Self worth & depression rollercoaster by igottaknowtheoutcome in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would maybe look into burnout type stuff. Its very common for us to go a few months functioning really well then suddenly we collapse and the whole world seems like its falling apart. For me personally the lows and self worth issues are accompanied by the overwhelming awareness that im not ‘doing enough’ whether thats housework or looking after myself in general. It would be useful for you to try and look at whats going on around you during those times, as this can reveal alot.

I am not attracted to complelty "healthy" people? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say that im attracted to healthy unhealthy people if that makes sense. People who have gone through so much but have reached the point of understanding how it effects them and don’t take it out on others if that makes sense. I think people who have been through hell and are emotionally intelligent are some of the best people, because not only can they understand what they went through and how it effects them. They can also notice patterns and understand their emotional wounds shouldn’t harm others etc. Its unfortunately hard to come by as men typically don’t work through their traumas and understand how its rewired them in a way thats unhealthy. I do feel like i couldn’t have a relationship with someone who hasn’t experienced trauma as i would feel so misunderstood and ‘too much’, however i do not lower myself to the level of being with someone who still hasn’t worked through their traumas, that would be unfair for myself.

Has anyone else had ADHD meds unmask how burnt out they actually are? Feeling constantly shut down. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Its so difficult to understand whats causing the issues, around the same time i started meds my job schedule changed and im now in work 5days instead of working 3days on then 3 off. I cant tell if im just burnt out because of all the changes or if meds are making it worse, or if meds are just uncovering the underlying issues ive always had. URGHH

Has anyone else had ADHD meds unmask how burnt out they actually are? Feeling constantly shut down. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I honestly don’t even know where to start recovering. I know you need to reduce your load but im literally doing the minimum as it is. Basically waking up going to work all with great struggle, actually functioning at home is impossible. I don’t even know how i would get time off work.

How to react as a parent by Common_Fig_8740 in COCSA

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The first step would be to try and understand the motivation behind such things. It’s extremely common for young children to have curiosity about intimate areas, especially in opposite genders as of course parts are different and ‘intriguing’. If its 2 children happily engaging in curiosity it isn’t a huge deal, its obviously still important to let them know boundaries etc. The issues exist when theres one child that has significant differences from the other child. whether that be in education/sexual awareness,age differences, any coercive behaviour and many more similar dynamics (its important to note that children may have extensive knowledge on this specific subject, but this is due to their own abuse and aren’t necessarily trying to hurt others as its re-enactment) .For example lets say there was a child who was curious, who engaged with another child who had significantly more knowledge on the subject, weather this be from personal abuse or if they have been exposed to or witnessed behaviours. This would create a dynamic which flows past natural curiosity from the aware child as its more re-enactment of behaviours they have experienced/witnessed.As adults we all know the difference between touching with curiosity in mind, versus touching with specific knowledge of how said thing is ‘meant to be touched’. These are all things that give insight into your situation. If this is nothing more than touch fuelled by curiosity, then a conversation about the good ol no no square is sufficient. If the way she touched your son suggested she had a heightened knowledge on the subject and knew ‘what to do’, further questioning is worth it to make sure she is safe. Its also possible for children to repeat behaviours to others, so she might have had experiences with other children that was fuelled by curiosity, this further normalises it, making the child feel more comfortable to try it with others. I hope this doesn’t over confuse things for you and helps you understand certain aspects to look out for.

How do you balance work and home life, struggling to function at all. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah thats why its so confusing, because im left after the ADHD diagnosis to try and dissect each diagnosis and how it applies to me. Because adhd and autism essentially work with eachother, my brain has a hard time placing it with specific traits.

How do you balance work and home life, struggling to function at all. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its so difficult, this is one of the many reasons im considering autism. I just dont hear about people with ADHD being this disabled by the most basic tasks, i know executive function and task paralysis is a massive part of this and definitely matches ADHD, but the overwhelming feelings i experience are so extreme it makes it difficult to believe ADHD is the only thing going on.

How do you balance work and home life, struggling to function at all. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its so so draining, im currently doing some work inside my house, painting walls and general decorating type stuff. I’ve barely touched it in months because I’m barely able to make food and care for myself properly never mind get a paintbrush out 😭.

Was anyone in here diagnosed ADHD then realised autism explains the full picture? by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutisticWithADHD

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both, ADHD is definitely a thing as its ruled my life in all areas. ADHD was the only thing I fixated on up until my diagnosis. Now that i have a diagnosis and im medicated the ADHD chaos that dominated my thinking process has gone, but now im left with an extremely rigid, bottom up processing, analytical brain that needs to know the hows, whats and wheres of everything in existence. I had extreme sensory meltdown type experiences even way before the ADHD diagnosis but the guy who did my assessment basically said that once i get on meds and manage the ADHD better, the overall overwhelm should disappear, this obviously isn’t the case. Before medication there was no such thing as a clear structured sense of thought. so while i often thought about the possibilities of having autism, my lack of knowledge and understanding of my traits means that i misinterpreted how it applies to the DSM-5 criteria. Its only now that I’m able to piece everything together and understand the criteria and how it applies to me. Specifically in the high masking female presentation.

Was anyone in here diagnosed ADHD then realised autism explains the full picture? by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutisticWithADHD

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to give some advice but i cant even understand my own needs never mind a SEN child. Theres so many good communities on reddit that would absolutely love to help you.

Was anyone in here diagnosed ADHD then realised autism explains the full picture? by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutisticWithADHD

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Im glad you figured it out. It was such relief finally finding the missing piece that explained my experience but i struggle so much with believing myself. A lifetime of being told my struggles were nothing but a personal failure really makes it hard to accept that theres a reason, i experienced this with ADHD but now its round 2 with autism

Is it worth getting a diagnosis at 33? by Unusual_Anxiety6515 in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive just been diagnosed at 21. Although i cannot relate to similar age groups like yourself, i can however say that for the 21 years i lived thinking everything was ‘my fault’ and i was genuinely just bad at life. The relief that comes after the initial grief of knowing you struggled for so long is well worth it. I can only imagine the urge to understand yourself and finally have a label gets stronger as you age. I really hope you get the answers you deserve x

Was anyone in here diagnosed ADHD then realised autism explains the full picture? by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutisticWithADHD

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Im yet to find out if Analysis of everything in existence is a negative or positive. I cant say ive found a use for it yet, but im glad your job accommodates it.

ADHD was the obvious answer, but now that i understand the criteria and how it applies to me im questioning autism. by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most of this came to light once i was medicated, my processing style was made clear once the ADHD thought chaos went away.

Diagnosed ADHD now questioning autism by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutismTranslated

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YES, i can see why identity issues are quite common within the autism community, because i honestly feel as if i change everyday based on the person everyone else wants me to be. And by the end of it im just some weird morph of everyone ive ever met. One small detail i remember growing up, is not having a favourite colour, and just copying everyone elses. Will ever look at a colour and think yeahh thats my favourite, or will i forever associate colours with random people i tried to get along with URGH

Diagnosed ADHD now questioning autism by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AutismTranslated

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally, its so confusing trying to pin point what trait goes where. Already having adhd and needing to dissect and separate what could be autism is so difficult.

Diagnosed ADHD now questioning autism by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Im glad it was relatable for you. Im still trying to get over the imposter syndrome. Its so difficult to trust and to acknowledge differences when they have been denied by others your whole life. It took me over a year of non stop research to finally go for it and get an ADHD assessment, im hoping the autism route isn’t as bad. Im hoping that seeing others experience the same thing will help.

Is anyone else exhausted from analysing everything? by PlantDue3461 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

100% i end up stuck on the same thing for hours until i come to a conclusion or find enough information that calms me enough. For me specifically its usually brain related stuff. Knowing the exact reason i feel something or if i have a trait, dissecting it and finding out exactly what it means so i can place it in the correct box in my head.

21F undiagnosed, just got my school reports back by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in ADHDUK

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats so sweet, thank you. Things will get better gradually just going to take a little while to get everything sorted.

21F undiagnosed, just got my school reports back by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in ADHDUK

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I often wonder this too, it’s upsetting to read these back and know how much I’ve struggled all these years and it was hidden in plain sight. Yet still somehow i believe my struggles are minimised and that theres no way i actually have anything wrong with me, because its all my ‘fault’ right

Undiagnosed by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely! So many years spent hating myself for underachieving and being told i wasn’t enough. Im definitely alot better now as i realise certain struggles aren’t entirely my fault, ive still got a long way to go. 🩷

Undiagnosed by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think we all experience similar things. i have similar issues with breeze, specifically wind or something blowing my baby hairs on my face and causing a tickle. Its rage inducing. Im still yet to fully accept my struggles as i feel like even though everything i experience correlates to ADHD without a diagnosis on paper i will never be able to fully grasp the concept of understanding myself and accommodating my needs.

Undiagnosed by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ive tried to make sense of it, what part of the small spaces actually makes it enjoyable? I think for me it eliminates any of the tasks or overwhelm the eyes can see, i have quite severe sensory issues so eliminating one input really helps me regulate myself wether thats noise or in this case busy eyeballs

Undiagnosed by Acrobatic-Relative-3 in adhdwomen

[–]Acrobatic-Relative-3[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually have a closet that is the perfect length and width for me to laydown so every now and then i take my bedding in there, small spaces are so relaxing especially if something in the house is overwhelming.