ADHD

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A casual community for people with ADHD

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How do you guys cope? (lemmy.world)

submitted 6 days ago by SassyRamen@lemmy.world to c/adhd@lemmy.world

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I'm 35, with diagnosed ADHD and brain scarring. My memory feels so fried and it's almost Impossible to finish a task. Where I live it's almost Impossible to get actual medication for something. Doc always gives herbal treatments and it helps nothing.

Is there a way to help myself without meds?

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[–] 18107@aussie.zone 24 points 6 days ago (1 children)

My partner has had to remind me many times that my disabilities are actually disabling. No matter how hard I try, I'll never be able to the same tasks as a neurotypical person.

Sometimes just slowing down and working within your limits can drastically improve your symptoms. I find that my symptoms are at their worst when I'm pushing myself too hard, and can go away almost completely if I've been resting properly for a few weeks. This is fairly rare because I still haven't learnt to actually rest.

I'm also seeking medication to help, but it could take a long time to get anything. I'm also prepared for the possibility that the medication isn't the single solution to all my problems.

I wish you the best in your endeavours. You're not alone.

[–] SassyRamen@lemmy.world 4 points 5 days ago

Thanks for the well wishes. I can't shake the feeling pf being embarassed about adhd.. when I was a kid the adults always said it was an excuse, kids just needed more spankings/punishments. I'm at an age where I understand myself more than back then, I want to be helped by my wife, but it for me is almost Impossible to bring myself to speak with her about it.