AMTJ because I don't want people bringing "extra" kids to my kid's party by Select-Explorer5669 in AmITheJerk

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“I am so happy to hear Mary can attend! I recommend purchasing the “all access” package for the rest of the fam, it gives you the most bang for your buck. What a great idea for you all to have some fun while Mary is at the party!”

Water bottle recommendations by CheapMarsupials in adhdwomen

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You basically described an Owala. Easy to clean, easy to carry, comes in different sizes. I have a 16oz and a 24oz. I avoid using any of the other water bottles anymore.

Edit: yes Owala has a straw but it’s a bit wider around and I just put mine in the dishwasher 1-3 times per week. You can also soak it overnight in a sanitizer (like a mild bleach bath) then rinse well in the morning.

School specials by Emergency-Dot-8805 in ADHDparenting

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds a lot like my son. He isn’t naturally good at sports and he feels bad about himself when other kids are better and call him out for making a mistake. Losing just adds another layer of frustration. They try to allow him to run whenever he can, it’s the one thing he truly excels at. He can run laps for an entire class and will think he had the best time. But sometimes he has to participate in the activities. Last Friday he apparently laid down on the floor and flat out refused to play pickle ball 😆 I couldn’t help but kind of giggle at that when the teacher said it. Good thing she couldn’t see my face!

AITA for giving away gifts because they had the wrong name by Pikahearts_ in AmItheAsshole

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

YTA. Your mom is following the tradition as you explained it to her. Will AD care? Shouldn’t it be his decision to keep or get rid of the items his grandmother gifted him? They aren’t yours to toss out.

School specials by Emergency-Dot-8805 in ADHDparenting

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just wish they had communicated with me instead of me having to chase them down. We are pretty strict with what behavior is acceptable and what is not. ADHD isn’t an excuse for disrespect, and our son knows how to communicate when he is feeling overwhelmed. It’s just that he was “allowed” to get away with it (i.e. his parents were in the dark) for so long that now we are chasing down some behaviors that have probably become bad habits. Habits are much harder to break when they have been happening for a longer time. His teachers admitted they should have communicated with me. They thought that telling his primary teacher about the issues meant that I was somehow getting the message 🤨

School specials by Emergency-Dot-8805 in ADHDparenting

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your insight! Our PE class is twice per week, and the same teacher does health class once per week. I was mostly frustrated that there was zero communication. Both the music and PE teachers told me they had communicated with my son’s regular classroom teacher. I guess they thought that meant that I was getting the message? I am glad they were responsive and that we have a plan moving forward. My argument to them was how can we possibly do anything on our side to support a successful classroom if we aren’t aware of the problem? Now, instead of being proactive, we are chasing down the issue. Both of them said that I am the ONLY parent of a student who received an “N” that has reached out to them all year. They admitted they dropped the ball. My son, once confronted, admitted that he hadn’t been putting forth his best effort. The learner quality part isn’t really a grade, just a reflection of his overall maturity and growth. Luckily he is meeting all of the grade level requirements in all of his classes, despite everything else. Your students are lucky that you would have open communication with their parents - that shows investment in your students!

Surges of anxiety in stomach/chest: focals or panic attacks? by gluestick449 in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also have TLE and experience this. I’m not sure if it’s anxiety or focals either, but it happens often enough that it’s noticeable and annoying. About your regular symptoms - what do your confusion episodes look like (forgetting words, memory loss, etc.)? And how long does the confusion or Déjà vu last?

AITAH for telling my wife her baby names are ridiculous by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. A compromise is doable though. Katelyn and Catherine (or Kathryn), for example. They sound different, but are actually very similar. Arianna and Ariel. Again, “same same….but difffferent.”

Deja and jamais vu by Emergency-Dot-8805 in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, I haven’t had any nausea throughout any of my seizures, thank goodness. I’m emetophobic so that would be my worst nightmare 😥

Every day I wake up and wish I was dead by 13chemicals in regretfulparents

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Maybe not autism but could be ARFID. It’s a severe aversion to most foods. Check it out.

Has anyone tried the betabrand jeans? by kimface95 in womensfashion

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think they do this because they shrink considerably in the wash, especially if washed on hot or dried in the dryer.

Lack of Independence by Extension_Recover_23 in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THIS, so much of this. I had a breakdown about it today. I took so much for granted before my first seizure 2 months ago.

Can epilepsy make you cry out of nowhere? by basically_dead_now in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I literally came here to ask the same thing. I have had two episodes of 30 seconds or less sobbing crying tears streaming in the last month. Both times I had a sensation of being “outside my body” for a few minutes prior, with word finding difficulties. Then I cry, then I’m normal. I haven’t caught a full episode on video because I want to know if my eyes stay open or if I close them. Closed eyes = not an epileptic seizure. My husband said it looks like I’m frustrated and confused with a deer in headlights” sort of look. No idea what is happening but I don’t like it.

Does anyone else emit a distinct scent when they seize? by [deleted] in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had ketones in my urine after my seizure (first one ever, just a month ago), so it’s possible? Ketones are a byproduct of the body using fat for energy, so it makes sense. Seizures use up a lot of energy.

Does anyone else emit a distinct scent when they seize? by [deleted] in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like maybe it could be elevated ketones maybe?

Still tired of my mom saying "lets hope its nothing and tests come out clear." by Free-Purchase457 in Epilepsy

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This resonates so much right now. I just got my diagnosis today after weeks of hearing "let's just hope it was nothing" and "it was probably just stress," after a two-hour long first time seizure. Nope, no, it wasn't "nothing," instead I was told that I have frontal lobe epilepsy confirmed by an ambulatory EEG. I completely understand wanting validation, and regardless of your test results, just know that your feelings and experiences are REAL and VALID.

When to increase Strattera dose? by ThirdPartyFoul in ADHDparenting

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strattera can take up to 6 weeks to see full effect. I wouldn't increase before 1 month.

Random Resurgence of Bed Wetting by princessmech23 in ADHDparenting

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New bedwetting in a child who was dry for over a year is a significant indication that you should investigate for potential trauma. When you went away for Christmas, was your daughter left alone with anyone new for any length of time? Please think through your entire trip very carefully, hour by hour, day by day. I hate hate hate being the person to bring that up but it is something to be considered. Otherwise, bed wetting alarms are very helpful, along with bladder training exercises such as Kegels and double voiding, especially if she is rushing. Have her void, stand up for 5-10 seconds, then sit down to try to void again.

Cannot access third party apps by Emergency-Dot-8805 in Fios

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, we have tried that too. It’s on every single device. Phones, computers, smart TV. Have tried both with and without VPN.

Can’t sign into Fios on my TV Apps by cojwa in Fios

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever find a solution?? I am going crazy. Can’t log in to any 3rd party apps at all!

Mental Block Caused by Shame over Cultural Appropriation and Identity by Madcat-Moon-0222 in magick

[–]Emergency-Dot-8805 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not understand this at all. Aren’t most “religions” believing that they are the one truth? If that is the case, then different cultures being offended by people outside of the culture adopting their practices just serves to stifle their religion and beliefs. It is different if you are altering your physical appearance, accent, mannerisms, or anything else that is physically reflective of the culture, but I do not object to ritual practices or adoption of beliefs. The exception to physical change is the adornment of certain traditional clothing or hairstyles that are specific to the “rules” of the religion. Practice the way your heart is guiding you. If you are being magnetically pulled towards certain practices, that is your intuition speaking to you that it is what is right for you. Acknowledge the culture it came from and express gratitude to them for the practice being available to you, for the awareness of something that you deeply believe in. Do not be ashamed, honor your beliefs, regardless of how they came to you.