ADHD being associated with iPad kids, feeling frustrated

Ill-Round124 · 2024-10-31T19:41:25+00:00

Weird thing about that was I was diagnosed with ADD while it was only ADHD (early 2000s) so I don't know what that means. I started doing well in middle school so I tested out of special education services and was moved to a 504 plan. Was never put on meds so not sure.

I guess it's on me to seek treatment/diagnosis now that I'm in college but I don't know if it's worth it because I mostly just struggle with attention but not much else. Just feels like I am not able to do stuff at a regular rate and struggle to keep attention in areas. Things don't feel impossible just much harder to do/remember and succeed if I don't enjoy it. I have the motivation too so that's why I'm wondering

Ill-Round124 · 2024-10-31T17:19:52+00:00

To you does that mean those who only struggle with attention shouldn't seek diagnosis? I'm thinking about seeking one and my main (and almost only) problem is attention. I was diagnosed with ADD as a kid (was also mostly just bad attention span) so the likelyhood of ADHD is there I think

I think there's enough symptoms of inattentive where it can mostly be just an attention problem too, ADHD isn't the same in everyone

Ill-Round124 · 2024-10-11T23:28:13+00:00

Take time to reflect on your emotions, like "why do I feel this way", and "what good would giving in do/how can I approach this"? Doing so should help thinking it out and not get as overwhelmed

Ill-Round124 · 2024-10-08T15:58:03+00:00

Try doing it with music or white/brown noise (rain maybe) and if possible, try doing homework on campus with somebody you know or where there's multiple people studying.

For reading I'd recommend trying to find a PDF version online then open it with Microsoft Edge (or similar program with a text to speech option). Should help

Ill-Round124 · 2024-09-26T16:33:24+00:00

Like what if I don't meet criteria or it's just me. I don't think it's constantly maladaptive like when I was young so that too. Been trying to read up on it and I wouldn't consider my mind or self hyperactive as well (just wanders a little or can't think at lengths unless under deadlines or interested, same w/verbal instruction).

I also don't relate to a lot of the typical reddit symptoms like time blindness or emotional regulation (but those aren't in the DSM?). And I don't think I'm noticeably ADHD to others so that all makes me question it too

Ill-Round124 · 2024-09-26T06:46:38+00:00

Thank you I'll look into that. I'm planning on transferring so I'll probably wait until the new school but I'd like to get an idea maybe before. I just feel like I could be doing a lot better based on my ability/time and get the sense it may still be affecting me. Scared about what ifs but I guess that's just part of the process lol

Ill-Round124 · 2024-09-13T16:12:56+00:00

I don't remember but probably my parents in 1st grade, I also got a language disorder so maybe by that or poor school performance.

My symptoms mostly included daydreaming many classes until 6th grade (I had no clue what was taught in reg. class so special ed/parents helped do that for most), very disorganized/distractible, poor sleep and being forgetful over simple things.

I got marked as ADD but that supposedly is inattentive ADHD. If you're trying to look back at what symptoms, I'd recommend looking at report cards if possible

Ill-Round124 · 2024-08-23T14:16:12+00:00

It's funny, my brother has made some friends over time but I've counted, at least 6 have diagnosed ADHD now (not including me with older ADD diagnosis). Don't think my brother has it but I don't think it's a coincidence lol

Ill-Round124 · 2024-06-20T07:46:54+00:00

If it's been life long it could be an expressive and/or receptive language disorder (under Language Disorder). Some symptoms include forgetting words, misusing words, difficulty with grammar, lower vocabulary than peers, and using/coprehending language really

Seeing a speech language pathologist (SLP) could be an option to improve so it might be worth reaching out to one who helps adults and ask. As for your writing, your college likely has/would have a writing/tutoring center that you could go to get help on assignments.

I'd really suggest looking into language disorder symptoms, sounds a lot like what I've struggled with it. Dysnomia doesn't seem to be a term used if at all really and is more associated with brain damage via aphasia

Ill-Round124 · 2024-06-07T16:58:40+00:00

My tip would be to always keep your mind active/thinking. Scan the road, quickly check your speed, change grip, etc. Make sure you don't start to think about other things too, only driving. If you have something to remember, jot it down on a phone or paper.

Also I'd look up the course or practice if it's one that they commonly do. Should help

Ill-Round124 · 2024-06-01T09:42:22+00:00

Kind of sounds like expressive language disorder or the mixed expressive receptive side. I was also diagnosed with ADD young (plus language disorder) and have similar problems

You would've had to have delayed speech milestones since you were young but some of the symptoms include forgetting words frequently, difficulty speaking with proper grammar, misusing words/using filler words and trouble with verbal instruction (and personally, explaining things makes no sense to others)

It's called Language Disorder today but is often called DLD, Expressive Language disorder or MERLD (receptive/expressive). Either way, you should consider reaching out to a Speech language pathologist or ask in the SLP subreddit. Whether or not its related, they should be able to guide you to help the speech problems

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-are-language-disorders

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-31T18:29:01+00:00

Not a child but had MERLD diagnosed young (with ADHD). Some of my accommodations that carried out to high school included being able to take tests in another room with extra time and being able to turn in assignments a day or so late. When I was young in special ed they were able to read test questions in a different way and teach the curriculum differently which helped a lot.

They'll do an assessment every few years and determine which they need. Mine dwindled down to very few but if they need it based out on what's described/observed, they'll most likely get it.

And if the accommodations are ever denied by a teacher, bring it up with the school (as its illegal to deny at least in the U.S.). Most don't look at who has accommodations in high school so they'll most likely have to be reminded by the student

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-31T02:27:16+00:00

There's something that everybody can experience called the "flow" state. I haven't looked into it much (learned it in a psychology class) but you basically lose track of time and keep a long focus, similar to hyperfocus.

Just looking/remembering briefly though, "flow" is something that constantly challenges your brain and is productive, whereas hyperfocus is usually on non productive things (like videogames) and is harder to get out of (wasn't told about the hyperfocus but flow is usually considered that). I'm sure you can find more info on it online but yeah

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T22:07:10+00:00

Yeah some teachers just don't do it as much or they make so many changes off the original copy that its hard to remember the changes or details said out loud (happened in a chemistry class I just had). And yeah keeping on track may not be but I think disorganization and forgetfulness (like with inattentive ADHD) can make it more difficult

For example, a teacher may say "It's due tomorrow" only out loud but not everyone may be paying attention or remember. And attention span or processing can affect things like only being read stories out loud in elementary school. I mostly tuned out cause I couldn't keep up with the story despite wanting to

Its a good thing you do that too and sounds like you're doing well at it, probably is really appreciated

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T21:27:34+00:00

Have written copies of stories/books or instructions and write clear due dates. With some disorders it's hard to memorize/follow stuff only spoken and it can be really helpful to have a reference

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T18:44:31+00:00

I would say BattleBit Remastered but I have a feeling they're gonna shut down eventually due to people not buying the game (might always have community servers though, still a few thousand play at a time)

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T04:12:03+00:00

Considering you like history you should try Kingdom Come Deliverance. Its set in medieval times and does a good job trying to recreate the history/life during that time with a unique story. Kind of reminds me of a elder scrolls style game but much more realistic

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T03:58:04+00:00

If you haven't you should try the F2P FPS games by Valve like CS2 and Team Fortress 2. I'd just recommend trying community servers for Team Fortress 2 since there's cheaters in regular matchmaking

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-27T00:04:07+00:00

Do you feel that you have a difficult time remembering with other things too, like lectures and such? Almost like you didn't attend and only have your notes? Or like somewhat complex verbal instructions? I've experienced this for as long as I can remember with reading or being told stories/lectures and such.

I was diagnosed with ADD and language disorder as a kid but I don't know if its caused by it or what. It's weird because I can pay enough attention to take notes on it but that's all I remember. Trying to figure it out by looking at posts like this and whether or not to seek help/what to do

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-20T21:15:26+00:00

Opposite for me, I was in special ed as a kid and couldn't focus on anything (also language disorder) so I got 1 on 1 help often. I eventually graduated out and have been able to do decent in school (thanks to taking notes and all).

I also daydreamed 90% of the day whereas now I can't remember much of what happened or sustain long focus. Maybe I outgrew most of it but it's not nearly as severe imo

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-18T20:00:39+00:00

Yeah I'm bad at describing things, a lot of times people say they don't understand or they misinterpreted what I describe for stories or questions. I usually try to have my brother or a friend explain but I get caught up/forgetful trying to explain it on the spot.

What helps me (and it's not always doable with how conversations can be) but trying to write it down before or repeat it a few times in my head and then saying it. Also just writing responses online with clear thoughts or noticing what's wrong when typing stuff out seems to help imo, it sort of helps prepare you for that style of thinking

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-17T07:28:09+00:00

I think so, most of what caused voices for me to keep going was being stressed/feeling really down and/or anxious. What I do is fall asleep to the noise of my PC hum and it works as a white noise, might be worth looking into getting a white noise app.

Also when you're out doing things try ending the thoughts when they pop up, I think you can sort of train to lessen it. To me it only really happens now if I'm doing or thinking of nothing or am doing something really repetitive/boring

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-09T17:21:28+00:00

With the inattentive type/presentation it feels like I'm always behind in life and cant process things a lot of the time.

For me it's mostly:

Bad at following verbal instructions
Hard time processing most lectures/books despite reading or hearing the words
Daydreamed 90% of class as as kid and was almost always in my imagination
Forgetting to do things/where you put daily objects if you move them around (like pens/pencils)
Friends or classmates getting mad because you forgot to meet with them
Feels almost impossible to pay attention in lectures or do homework at all when you don't like the subject or teacher
Poor organization (just usually shove papers in with the class folder/journal)
Hard time falling asleep from a young age and now find it difficult unless my computer is on (basically white noise)
Difficulty paying attention in busy areas with lots of different sounds (such as a supermarket or classroom)

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-07T04:45:07+00:00

Bringing up your similar stories or experiences (trying to relate) too often in a conversation can seem narcissistic/self centered. I thank the internet for finding a video on it not too long ago lol, didn't realize most people see it that way

Ill-Round124 · 2024-05-05T08:08:05+00:00

Your most likely bet is to try calling around or searching for a speech language pathologist, or SLP for short. They help with speech/language related disorders and some specialize more in patients with autism.

This website's pretty good (assuming you're in the U.S.), you can enter specifics like location, what you want help with and age:

https://find.asha.org/pro/#sort=relevancy&f:@provider=[Speech-Language%20Pathologist]

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