If you are seeing this you or a loved one may have just been diagnosed with ADHD, you may think you have ADHD, or you are just trying to educate yourself more! In any case Welcome!
ADHD
As told by someone with a formal diagnosis
So I tried to make this as ADHD friendly as possible. I know that it can be a bit rough to get through so I tried to make it fun and cute.
I also want to add that I have done my research on this, and I have done a formal paper on adhd in girls and researched emotional responses to rejection in people with adhd. and all my info is coming from cdc, additude mag, and chaad
What is ADHD
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorder that causes inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and persists into adulthood. Though it is not uncommon for adults to be diagnosed
Do I have ADHD
sadly that is not something I can say for sure. You need a formal diagnosis to know for sure! But if you experience symptoms and feel as though you might I highly recommend talking to a doctor if you can
Types of ADHD
Inattentive
This is basically ADD. People with inattentive type ADHD are usually more reserved and quiet, very forgetful. Often misdiagnosed with depression, most often seen in girls
Hyperactive
This is the type of ADHD that you are probably most familiar with. Hyperactive, impulsive, tends to interrupt, constantly in motion. Fidgets or stims. Most often seen in boys
Combined
People with combined type basically have a mixture of both. they are quite yet impulsive. have trouble with executive function, and are fidgety.
ADHD vs ADD
This one grinds my gears
ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADD
Attention Deficit Disorder. Later renamed inattentative type ADHD. It's ADHD without the hyper
You are not Alone!
Ok so I know at times it can feel like there are things that only you do, but you would be surprised that its not!
Also feel free to shoot me a dm if there is anything you want to add
Experiencing time differently
Stimming or fidgeting to destress or release energy
Hyperfixations!
Having to constantly be in motion
Weird eating habits, like overeating or not eating at all
Trouble with change
Not picking up on hints or things that are implied
ADHD Symptoms
Short Attention Span
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity
Fidgeting
Restlessness
Disorganization
Poor time management
Emotional Dysregulation
Forgetfulness
Poor working memory
Executive Dysfunction
Anger/ Frustration issues
Trouble completing tasks
Trouble starting tasks
Procrastination
Distractibility
Difficulty Waiting turn
Comorbidity
ADHD when AFAB
Hey Y'all! So lucky us we are commonly misdiagnosed with depression because ADHD usually manifests itself as inattentive in us. We also are more likely to be diagnosed later in life. This is because our symptoms are more internal rather than external
ADHD when AMAB
Hello Friends! Boys for the most part manifest ADHD in the way you expect ADHD to look. They are often hyperactive, disruptive, "trouble makers". Since they are what people assume to be the poster children of ADHD they can either be overdiagnosed or not receive a diagnosis because people assume they are just "boys being boys". They often get negative feedback, and joke around to hide the fact that they re actually struggling.
Rejection sensitive Dysphoria
We love her.
it is when slightest hint of rejection or even the thought of being rejected causes a spiral of anxiety and fear. It feels like the world is falling apart around you and everything you do is wrong. It can be physically painful. And can lead to people becoming withdrawn And quiet because they are too scared to speak up and have what they say be rejected.
Treatment
All I really have to say here is that behavioral therapy and getting evaluated so that you can get on medication is the best bet.
Stimulants
Most commonly used medications. here is where you will find Ritalin and Adderall
Non Stimulants
Not as fast working as Stimulants but last longer. medications like Strattera,Clonidine, and Guanfacine
Usefull and Fun Links
Omg yay you made it to the end!! im so proud! Here i have some funny ADHD memes and links to youtube channels I like and links to buy fidget toys, relaxing vids, and stuff like that! and you are loved, important, soso strong, you matter, and you are doing so great! im so proud of you!
About me
So I was Diagnosed with ADHD when I was in first grade and i have spent a lot of my adult life learning about it so I can educate others! Feel free to come talk to me on twitter! I am down to talk about anything and everything or to just be a friend if you need one!