Help me get uninsane with prioritizing, please. I have a list of projects that would thank you for it. [more inside]
posted on Sep 27, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm having what I believe are awful side effects from Vyvanse, and I need some advice from adults with ADHD regarding other drugs to consider, and how to deal until I can see my doctor. [more inside]
posted on Sep 26, 2008 - 5 answers

I've plenty in touch with my inner child. How can I get in touch with my inner adult? I just want to be more disciplined and do the things a grownup needs to get done. [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2008 - 15 answers

Any positive (or at least relatively benign) experiences with short-term usage of non-prescribed dex-amphetamine as a study aid and appetite suppressant? [more inside]
posted on Aug 28, 2008 - 15 answers

I'm looking for a support group for partners/spouses of people with ADD/ADHD. I recognize some codependent tendencies in myself and I need to learn how to empower myself and unconditionally love my spouse. [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2008 - 3 answers

What are the potential longterm effects of regular amphetamine (i.e., adderall, ritalin) use? Does anyone really know? [more inside]
posted on Jul 22, 2008 - 18 answers

I've stopped taking Adderall and have been tired, tired, tired. How long will this last? [more inside]
posted on Jul 2, 2008 - 5 answers

Choosing between ADHD meds for a child. [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2008 - 24 answers

What should I look for in the IEP and what should I ask the child study team during the IEP meeting? [more inside]
posted on Jun 5, 2008 - 15 answers

Please help me with oganization of daily tasks at home and at work. [more inside]
posted on May 8, 2008 - 10 answers

Grand Rapids DoctorFilter: I need to find a (cheap) psychiatrist/doctor in or near Grand Rapids, Michigan. Have you or someone you know been to one that you could recommend? [more inside]
posted on Apr 28, 2008 - 1 answers

I'm kind of interested in learning to play chess. I have ADD. How's that gonna go? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2008 - 11 answers

I don't have a history of ADD but things became fairly complicated lately and I'm certain after doing hours of research that that I have some form of adult ADD. My doctor is refusing to prescribe anything and believes the only reason I am stressed is because of work/school/family. He suggested taking vitamins and getting more sleep. What gives? What are my options besides switching to a different doctor?
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 20 answers

Background: I am 41 years old. I am 16 credits shy of graduating with a BS in Mathemathics. my GPA is 2.79, I have over 250 hours of attempted coursework, 144 of that is being counted towards my degree. I program and design software systems for a living. The Problem: I really love math and computer science but I am lousy at learning. when I say lousy I mean slow. [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2008 - 24 answers

Give me your recommendations for a child psychologist who does ADD/ADHD evaluations in Northern Virginia. [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2008 - 2 answers

[AdultADHDMedicineFilter] What to do about Vyvanse-induced mood swings? [more inside]
posted on Mar 23, 2008 - 5 answers

My partner has ADHD and I need ways of understanding/coping with his behavior so I can maintain my sanity. [more inside]
posted on Mar 11, 2008 - 30 answers

I am trying to figure out how to get treatment for my ADHD, but I am afraid that if I see a doctor now then I won't be able to afford treatment in the future... please help me understand my options, and how co-pays work! It's a bit long inside, sorry! [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 7 answers

My girlfriend and I need to find a doctor! We are in Vancouver (core) and we would like to find a doctor who will help us take maximum advantage of the health care resources available to us. And they should be ADD-friendly... [more inside]
posted on Dec 29, 2007 - 6 answers

A woman i met off a dating site once told me I didnt have much ego. Looking on the internet I found something called "lack of ego mastery" in relation to "understanding psychological assessment" [more inside]
posted on Oct 28, 2007 - 24 answers

Help controlling ADHD? [more inside]
posted on Oct 13, 2007 - 14 answers

Ways to improve working memory in humans that doesn't cost a whole chunk of money? [more inside]
posted on Oct 12, 2007 - 6 answers

Questions about mindfulness CBT and biofeedback. [more inside]
posted on Oct 5, 2007 - 9 answers

I'm convinced I have ADHD. Where do I go from here? [more inside]
posted on Sep 23, 2007 - 38 answers

Recommendations for a Seattle area doctor/psych/counselor who specialize in adult ADD/ADHD? [more inside]
posted on Sep 11, 2007 - 2 answers

I have adult ADD. I've been on Strattera for 5 years. My new doc wants me to switch to Adderall. Anyone else done this switch? What are the differences/effects between the two?
posted on Aug 8, 2007 - 8 answers

How do I improve work performance of a staff member with ADHD? He needs a lot of coaching and support, which does help him get the basics done. But he doesn't seem to be improving. Can anyone suggest resources to help me help him strengthen his skills and the quality of his work? [more inside]
posted on Aug 5, 2007 - 16 answers

Recommended therapists and/or ADD evaluations in the Washington DC area? [more inside]
posted on Jul 25, 2007 - 2 answers

I believe I might have adult ADHD. How is this diagnosed? How do I approach my doctor about this? [more inside]
posted on Jul 12, 2007 - 19 answers

Tufte didn't cover this one: How do I display quantitative information to ADHD users? [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2007 - 8 answers

Help me find an ADD-friendly physical activity. Looks like there's [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2007 - 22 answers

I think thirteen years of surfing the internet has ruined my brain. [more inside]
posted on May 21, 2007 - 34 answers

What's it like to be a kid with ADHD? [more inside]
posted on May 10, 2007 - 18 answers

Two questions about ADD medication, especially Adderall: 1) How dangerous is it (for me)? 2) Can it be taken "as needed"? [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2007 - 18 answers

Ok, so I am now willing to admit I may have ADHD, but I have no health insurance. Now what? [more inside]
posted on Apr 26, 2007 - 16 answers

Please help me figure out my options for treatment of adult ADHD in South Korea. [more inside]
posted on Apr 12, 2007 - 4 answers

How to (if at all) come out of the ADD closet? [more inside]
posted on Mar 15, 2007 - 15 answers

[AmIWeirdFilter] I can't do any serious reading or writing without background noise. Am I weird? [more inside]
posted on Dec 5, 2006 - 12 answers

Screw doctors, I have diagnosed myself with adult attention deficit disorder. I can keep it in control by limiting my exposure to distracting stimuli, but occasionally I need a place to retreat. [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2006 - 16 answers

ADD + Alcohol = ? [more inside]
posted on Aug 11, 2006 - 11 answers

So I'm an undergrad working on my honors thesis, and the deadline is disconcertingly soon. (less than a month!) and I still can't get my sample size large enough! How can I recruit children ages 8-18 with ADHD with school out? I've already asked all the kids at the practice I'm associated with. Any suggestions, especially ones that would work quickly are much appreciated. I'd like to begin data analysis within a week to be able to start writing. Target number of kids: 10-15 more [more inside]
posted on Jul 28, 2006 - 18 answers

How can I help my boyfriend relate with people better? [more inside]
posted on Mar 28, 2006 - 15 answers

Has anyone had experience coming off of ADD/ADHD medications? How did you cope with the return of all the negative ADD/ADHD symptoms, and the nagging feeling that you were a better person on the meds? [more inside]
posted on Oct 24, 2005 - 14 answers

Hello all, My doctor prescribed Paxil for me last night due to my heavy case of anxiety and seasonal depression. I took it about 2 hours ago (one pill, 20mg) after my breakfast and I am experiencing some nausea and shakiness in my hands. From what I understand, Paxil can take up to two weeks to 'kick in' but considering my past with other chemicals, things always affected me differently than most people. For example, whenever I took any cough syrup that had Dextromethorphan chemical inside of it (cough supressant), it would make me feel like I was completely out of it for at least a week, even if I only took two recommended doses per day. I suppose it's just my body and the way it reacts to certain things. I am just wondering if there are any Paxil users on this site who could tell me a thing or two about what it was like for them the first time they took it, or maybe anything else that I need to know. Thank you kindly.
posted on Oct 19, 2005 - 24 answers

After toiling in freelance obscurity for the past 3.5 years, where I have been working from home 90% of the time, I have FINALLY landed a significant long-term gig working at a large company (technical product manager for a large financial data/systems provider). How on earth do I break my bad work habits developed during this time? E.g.: checking email 20x per minute, posting on MeFi all day long? Are there any tricks to getting back that heads-down focus, any exercises, any advice?
posted on Feb 22, 2005 - 13 answers

What side effects of medication for adult ADHD have you experienced? I'm interested in discussion on both stimulants and non-stimulants (Strattera). I'm particularly interested in any sexual side effects you may have experienced.
posted on Feb 21, 2005 - 11 answers

Do you have any experience in dealing with smart, energetic kids with impulse problems and oppositional attitudes, with or without ADHD diagnosis? We're looking for dietary, behavioral modification or even meds suggestions. [MI]
posted on Jan 23, 2005 - 27 answers

Straterra and ADHD. My 13 year old son has just been diagnosed with ADHD and the dr. is recommending Straterra. Does anyone have any experience with young adolescents and Straterra, especially side effects, good, bad experiences? Any helpful hints on young adolescents and ADHD in general? Thanks.
posted on Dec 9, 2004 - 15 answers

I've just been diagnosed with Adult ADHD. (No, this isn't the person who inquired earlier, although it inspired me to get it checked.) I'm going to be getting therapy to get better, but I wanted to know how you would view a person who admitted he had ADHD to you? It's apparent to me now that I've messed up a lot of things in my life because of it (Failing out of college, frequent job changes, crappy social life). I want to be able to say, "Hey, I messed up because of this, but I'm changing for the better." If you were an employer or even a guy/girl I was asking out, would you accept this as an excuse for my prior mistakes? Should I even mention it at all?
posted on Dec 8, 2004 - 24 answers

Does anyone have experience with tests required for a diagnosis of ADHD in adults? [MI]
posted on Feb 29, 2004 - 10 answers