http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/feed http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/feed en-us Copyright (C) MDJunction.com. All rights reserved. Fri, 24 May 2013 02:58:42 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10682744-add-bipolar-disorder#10682744 Greetings friends, I'm on a crazy mental health journey in a quest for some answers. My quick story: I'm a 42 year old woman who was diagnosed with an attention deficit when I was 8, then later with ADHD (when it became an actual diagnosis). I've suffered from depression my entire life but never sought treatment until 13 years ago. The past 3 years my episodes of depression has become MUCH worse and have been lasting longer than in the past. I've been on on a HOST of medications which work fo... Tue, 14 May 2013 20:18:17 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10636133-help-add-son-is-19-and-wont-work#10670588 I think that a great moodykim! I know this is a hard situation especially when you are dealing with your own mental health issues, but hang in there. Does your husband know how severely this affecting you? I know for myself I tend to shelter my boyfriend from my mental state as not to burden him. I know it's not the right thing to do, but it's hard to share that when you are used to stifling it. Anyhoo...maybe it's time to have that REALLY SCARY tough talk and let him know that your mental hea... Thu, 09 May 2013 06:28:06 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10668633-i-love-addadhd#10668633 It sounds crazy but it's true!!! I was diagnosed with ADD when I was 8, I'm now 42. I've lived with ADD my entire life. For some reason I attract or am attracted to other ADD/ADHD people. I think ADD/ADHD people are some of the most intelligent, creative, talented hilarious people I know. My closest dearest friends have ADD or ADHD, we misplace $h*t constantly and forget each other's birthdays until a week later..BUT WE DON'T MIND, WE TOTALLY UNDERSTAND EACH OTHER...IT'S GREAT! Anyone el... Wed, 08 May 2013 10:22:10 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10535475-new-to-this-group#10668624 brownshell....hello, My name is Michelle too! Anyhoo...housecleaning schedule huh?? Well, because of my ADD, I've become VERY regimented and organized. Without organization, I'm a TOTAL WRECK!!! I spend a lot of time organizing stuff, but I have to pace myself or I'd NEVER sleep and would just be up cleaning all the time. I try to pick one or two rooms to focus on at a time. Just try really hard to stay at it until they are done, and don't worry about the other rooms at that time. (unless of cou... Wed, 08 May 2013 10:13:01 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/introductions-personal-stories/2023421-adhd-with-violent-behavior#10668572 Hi tjs, I'm sorry to hear about this VERY stressful time your having right now. I know your pain, I have 4 sons, ALL with ADD/ADHD! My house has been like a WWF wrestling match at times...ADHD children often have an issue with impulse control. So, it sounds like when your son is angry or maybe just frustrated he reacts in the the most natural feeling manner and for a lot of children the first feeling that surfaces is anger. It's a VERY strong emotion. In addition, children with ADHD can have a ... Wed, 08 May 2013 09:43:06 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10661805-add-woman-sex-drive-#10668548 Hi Godsgal, I've learned from experience that ALL kinds of factors can lead to a stunted libido. I know how badly this totally sucks because I too, have the same problem right now. I'm 41 out of my childbearing years and am in a wonderful loving relationship with a gorgeous, sexy younger partner who I love deeply...BUT WHY AM I LIKE A COLD FISH...it's just not there....It's horrible and I feel very guilty OFTEN. I think it's time for you to talk to your doctor about it, because it's obviously af... Wed, 08 May 2013 09:29:29 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10074976-recently-diagnosed-and-a-bit-unsure#10600211 Blog: Add ... Natural ways to deal with it ,I'm 44 A little about me: Hi ,, it's been a long time. The dr. Said I'm add and put me on concerta 56 mg and Ritalin 20 mg a day . I had to have surgery on my pancreas and had to stop taking it for the big surgery . Well it's been crazy for me.. Don't don't if I'm going crazy or not, but it feels like it. Ups and downs , get mad very easy , stay in bed all day and not eat some days , I'm scared of everything, I see things And it goes on and on....:( I... Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:38:32 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10591518-desperately-seeking-coping-skills#10591518 I'm the mother of a 14-year-old boy with multiple behavior problems. At age two he was diagnosed with impulse control problems and anger management problems. By age 4, he was diagnosed with ADHD, impulse disorder, depression, and ODD. He was put on medication and placed in Emotional Support classes in school. Up to this point in time, we have also added borderline bipolar disorder and anxiety to his laundry list of issues. Now he's failing school, talking back, getting violent with his si... Tue, 02 Apr 2013 06:07:06 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10571517-add-havent-been-on-any-meds-since-i-was-17-#10571517 Hi my name is Melissa , Im 32 have lived with ADD my whole life .. Now growing up my family did not treat me any different because of my ADD , if anything , I had a wonderful family whom loved me didn't see my ADD as a bad thing .. I was not diagnosed with ADD until arround age 7-8 yrs old , I know back in the 1980's there wasn't alot of education out there about ADD / ADHD , however I was a lucky kid that I got one of the best Nero Dr's in the State of NC , Dr. Olison Huff wonderful man ... Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:08:36 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10525000-my-18-year-old-son-has-add-and-i-need-advice#10558162 Does anybody have any advice regarding my post? One thing I forgot to mention is that he stopped taking the Adderall when he graduated almost a year ago. We sent him to the doctor and convinced him to start taking it again, but he rarely takes it and it shows. His room is messy, he backed into his friend's car, he is moody, and he knows just what to say to shut us up, even if it is not true.... Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:45:46 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10483125-lecithin#10483125 Has anyone tried Lecithin for ADD to help memory or concentration?... Thu, 14 Feb 2013 07:46:04 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10437930-why-do-kids-with-adhd-and-odd-play-with-their-poopbladder-problems-2#10437930 I have been on a few sites lately not sure of who has seen the same problems....but why do kids with adhd and odd seem to play with their poop??? This has happened with my 8 yr old a few times and its just gross I know! I see a lot of other parents have had this same issue. Is there any ideas how to make this stop! :sick: I know we parents have to go through a tonne of hurtles but im tired and I need some new ideas!... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:50:44 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/lounge/3169166-game-the-person-below-me/limitstart/10#10437914 yes I DO LOL! I have a junk food meal sometimes its fun :-) The person below me does laundry everyday !... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:44:14 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10414780-new-adhd-blog#10414780 I'm a 69 year old retired scientist with lifelong ADHD. I didn't know I had it because when I was a boy it was just being a bad boy who couldn't behave. I was diagnosed 15 years ago, after a dozen years of suicidal depession, and have learned ways to control the negatives, value the positives, and leave the pain and negative self-image of childhood behind. In retrospect I see how my A.D.H.D. played a key role in my success as a research development scientist. I share my experiences, helpful in... Mon, 21 Jan 2013 05:28:09 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10120601-out-grow-add#10344134 Oh..also wanted to say....THAT'S GREAT that he does well without the meds....just play it by ear...as long as he continues to do well don't medicated him. If a time comes where he is really struggling you could always try him back on the meds for a period. In the mean time...your doing a great job. Have a wonderful holiday!... Fri, 21 Dec 2012 21:05:33 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10267289-add-meds#10267289 Is there any non-stimulant ADD meds out there besides Strattera ? the strattera is making me very anxious and depressed... Sun, 18 Nov 2012 14:00:25 -0800 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10101804-so-now-i-have-high-blood-pressure-wth#10102308 Colleen, They've always told me it was anxiety over going to the doctor too, but I don't mind going to the doctor and after so many visits over a couple years and it was high you have to start to wonder. thanks for responding , I am slowly working into a better diet and a little exercise at a time.... Tue, 18 Sep 2012 10:39:30 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/2634695-famous-people-with-add#10059304 My 13 yr old son ( we both have ADD) read this aloud and He thought it was awesome! I think it seemed to help him not to feel so bad about having ADD.... Sun, 02 Sep 2012 19:34:54 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10026866-kind-of-jealous#10026866 From i've started my master program i have only gotten one A. Other classmates are getting A's and it is not that i'm not happy for them or that i think they don't deserve it. It is really frustrating because i know i can do better but it is impossible for me to concentrate. I often daydream or zone out while in class and if i do manage to stay awake it is almost impossible for me to follow. sometimes i just become so exhausted i have to leave the class and wonder around for a bit. 3 hr classes ... Tue, 21 Aug 2012 18:14:31 -0700 http://www.mdjunction.com/forums/add-discussions/general-support/10015914-humiliated-by-my-add#10024992 Discussing you in that room was inexcusable. You didn't mention any meds; have you been properly diagnosed by a professional? If so, you may need to have your meds checked. Please don't let unthinking people get you down. Keeping a note book with me at all times helps me a lot. I find myself walking from my desk to the kitchen and the 10 steps it takes me to get there is just enough time for me to forget what I wanted. It is no fun and downright ridiculous, but I have learned to accept i... Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:50:05 -0700