Some Thoughts For Those Who “Know”
More than I would like, I encounter people who respond to hearing about ADHD, mine or ADHD in general, with “Oh, I do that.” implying that ADHD in adults is not really a problem because we do not behave like the archetype little boy bouncing off the walls. They also say, “This is nothing important. . .it is not like you have ” some dreadful disease”!. . . .You people are really smart… It is just A behavior disorder….you can deal with it. . .” All of these responses show that this person either does NOT know anything or is denying the realities of ADHD. They tell me in one way or another that it is no more than a character flaw or that I need to just get a grip or to work harder. It is a non- issue that can be easily altered with a little effort. … Continue reading
You Might Be ADHD IF
Lots of people have no idea what life is for an adult with ADD / ADHD. It is an invisible disability to the world because people who have it are labeled as lazy, irresponsible, spacey, clumsy, messy, poor communicators, dumb, tactless, and many other derogatory remarks. People with ADHD frequently feel that way about themselves even when we know that we have ADHD. Below are a few experiences that a person with ADHD might have relatively frequently. It is not a complete or exclusive list simply one that comes to mind from my own experience.
- You arrive at your appointments fifteen minutes early and one week late
- You put things in a safe place never to be seen again
- Your office, house, or car is messy twenty-four hours after you organize it
- You miss your exit and do not realize it for 100 miles
- You hand in your Probability and… Continue reading
You Mean I Am NOT A Weak Willed and Lazy Slob
I was 59 in August of this year. For many months I have seen a therapist (henceforth called the Witchdoctor) to help me deal with chronic anxiety and to help me find ways to establish and sustain better nutrition and exercise habits. I know what I should do but for several years I have been unsuccessful in completing many of the things that were needed. It was a matter of physical and mental well-being. I made some progress, gained new insights into my anxiety and even lost 40 pounds, normalized my cholesterol and blood pressure and improved my energy levels and physical stamina. All good but I still had chronic inertia. That is, I routinely find myself unable to get started with even basic tasks or undertakings. It sometimes overwhelms me and I cannot make myself begin even the simplest task. I know what I need to do or even… Continue reading
ADHD Brains Are Different
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