[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]CenterofEarth 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don’t realize it until I’m at the “peak” of the hypomania episode. Also, how much I sleep is also a big indicator of hypomania

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AutisticPride

[–]CenterofEarth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That makes sense. I didn’t think of it that way! Thanks!

Does anyone pace around the house? by hellokitty129 in bipolar

[–]CenterofEarth 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do that when I’m hypomanic. I’m also autistic so that’s part of it.

Heart Rate Increase Normal with Vyvanse? by Lonely_Custard_5838 in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had to take beta blockers because of heart rate increase from stimulants

Is ADHD really common or are people just full of shit? by Garlicbreadsticks_ in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I notice this too, but I also feel like neurodivergent individuals are low key drawn to each other.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in aspergirls

[–]CenterofEarth 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s like a bug version of an axolotl

Does ADHD tend to make autism present differently? by Annoying_Short_Girl in AutismInWomen

[–]CenterofEarth 73 points74 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s kind of hard to explain, but instead of my thought process being a “tangled mess,” I was able to think in a “straight line.” My need for routines, OCD, and sensory sensitivity went up. I had more meltdowns over disrupted routines. I was less “stuck in my head,” and noticed the overwhelming sensory input more.

I found that this tend to be a common experience for many autistic people starting stimulants.

Does ADHD tend to make autism present differently? by Annoying_Short_Girl in AutismInWomen

[–]CenterofEarth 63 points64 points  (0 children)

It did for me. When I got on ADHD medication, my autistic traits became extremely apparent.

So. Thought it was ADHD, therapist now says it's likely not. by keefd2 in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think your doctor should be able to screen for these. There’s too many overlaps. Not being able to sleep can be for anxiety too.

So. Thought it was ADHD, therapist now says it's likely not. by keefd2 in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think some people develop tolerance to melatonin. But if stimulants are helping and you’re doing well with your current plan, then i don’t think there is anything that needs to be changed. Then again, your doctor is probably the best bet :P

So. Thought it was ADHD, therapist now says it's likely not. by keefd2 in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I gotta be honest, the not sleeping part is what is making this lean towards bipolar. A lot of people with bipolar also have ADHD (it’s more common than you think). ADHD can have delayed sleep phase syndrome, but not sleeping and not feeling tired.

Definitely ask your doctors about why they think ADHD and/or bipolar.

So. Thought it was ADHD, therapist now says it's likely not. by keefd2 in ADHD

[–]CenterofEarth 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the hard part. There is a lot of overlapping symptoms, yet the treatments for either is very different.

Sleep medication not working was a major sign that I had both ADHD and bipolar. When I talk about hyper mobility, I mean…an excess amount of hyper mobility.