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I grew up before they knew what ADHD was… Didn’t get diagnosed until after I was married. It’s all about getting thru the day. I found a support group in NYC, became involved, and now help run it: The Manhattan Adult ADD Support Group. Robert
Growing up, none believed my mum when she got me tested for ADHD because in class I was quiet and a girl. However people seemed to overlook the fact that when there any noise, I wouldn’t work because there were too many distractions, or that once I was out the class I was like a … Read more
When I was diagnosed with ADHD, it was nerve racking, but a good way to explain my focus and time management skills. It was the end of fourth grade when I received the diagnosis, but I was very insecure about it. I told one of my good friends about it, but she ended up telling … Read more
ADHD has been a challenge all my life. Finding ways to cope with it has been fun. At work I have so many distractions around me. However, using a noise canceling headset and jamming to the oldies but goodies has been ideal. Not only do it help me disregard distractions I also get to groove … Read more
It was not until junior year of college that I got diagnosed with ADHD. Medications after medications, one cognitive therapy after another, I uninhibitedly searched for explanations. I needed some closure for why I couldn’t help being late to everything no matter how hard I tried. I often wish I had gotten diagnosed earlier, so … Read more
I always struggled in school, just getting by in school as a child and as a teen. I never understood why. I just thought I didn’t have it in me. Even as I started working as an adult, job after job. Not being able to grasp anything further than what is needed to do the … Read more
At age 41, I have been diagnosed with adult ADHD and it has literally changed my life. For so long, particularly since a motor vehicle accident a decade ago (I bumped my head), I haven’t been able to get any control over my mood swings, attention, concentration and memory loss. I pushed as hard as … Read more
I am going to share my heart in hopes that I can make a difference to someone who is struggling or has struggled with a disability that is not visible to the eye but never-the-less very real. Growing up with a healthy self-esteem was very difficult when words such as hyper and clumsy were used … Read more
I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was in kindergarten. I was told throughout middle school and high school that I would be lucky to graduate, meaning nobody thought I would be able to do it. I’m happy to say I am now preparing to graduate college with a double major. I’m studying to work … Read more
Don’t let anyone shame you for having ADHD. All we can do is spread awareness and teach the world this frustrating struggle. I’ve had ADHD my whole life and my family, friends, and even teachers would shame me or make fun of me. That I’m “blonde,” annoying, frustrating because my brain doesn’t process as fast … Read more
