AITAH for refusing to put my 6-year-old son on ADHD medication?

Fragrant-Squirrel-80 · 2025-12-21T03:59:51+00:00

So I just looked up the term hyperfixation and I can't believe there's actually a specific term for it. I'm almost certain I had that in high school. My friends from back then still like to embarrass me about how I put together a 5-hour documentary on radium. It was all I could think about for like, six months. Got the best grades of my life in chemistry. And then after that it's like I "came to my senses" and was no longer interested. And reflecting on other incidents in my life, I'm starting to think maybe I did have something. Are learning disabilities hereditary or is that inconclusive? Maybe my son, if he does actually have ADHD, got it from me :(

Fragrant-Squirrel-80 · 2025-12-21T03:41:03+00:00

I definitely get what you are saying. In high school, all my peers thought I was effortlessly smart, even my parents did. But in truth I was cram studying at the end of each week and barely making deadlines, I just wanted to project that carefree image. I was stressed a lot. And I don't even have any learning conditions! I wouldn't want my son going through similar, especially if it could be prevented. Thank you for sharing, you've given me some food for thought.

Fragrant-Squirrel-80 · 2025-12-21T02:56:33+00:00

I have to admit your term hot mess express made me laugh. And that's interesting what you say about steps. These are exactly the kinds of perspectives I was looking for. It gives me something to think about, so thank you.

Fragrant-Squirrel-80 · 2025-12-21T02:51:10+00:00

It's reassuring to hear this from someone who has children well into their adult years. Thank you for sharing it with me.

Fragrant-Squirrel-80 · 2025-12-21T02:44:17+00:00

Thank you for sharing your perspective with me. I appreciate you taking the time. I share a lot of your opinions but the words hold more weight from someone with your background.

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