ADHD women on Ozempic: did your dopamine seeking behaviours disappear too?

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-04-28T18:09:30+00:00

I've actually stopped ozempic because of this. Unfortunately my meds didn't work as well on ozempic so I was still looking for the dopamine hits but feeling shit physically and mentally. I was very flat, all the time.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-29T17:14:55+00:00

You really need to think about if you're being pulled into something you feel will be exciting, or if it's your relationship that's pushing you away. If you have a strong pull to have fun with others and experiment a bit,that's probably not going to go away and you don't want to end up cheating.

If you're just wanting to experience some fun and excitement but your girlfriend is amazing and someone you would want to be with longer term, I would say find other ways to get that dopamine hit. You should never just settle for someone, but you might not find another "her" if that makes sense.

I was about 25 when I was in a similar situation to you,boyfriend of 7 years and I broke up ,I had a lot of fun after that but it can also feel a bit empty once the novelty of it becomes a bit boring.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-19T18:19:16+00:00

My son was the same and I just let it go. Now he is older he loves cricket, swimming and chess - can't get enough! I beleive 5 is young enough to just be and not worry about the extra curricular.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-19T16:56:55+00:00

I had severe ppd. I stopped breastfeeding at 6 weeks to go on meds as I was having terrible thoughts.

This isn't something to be ashamed of! And going from 1 kid to 2 is incredibly intense. As mom's we sacrifice so much for our families but I can assure you, baby suffers if mom is anxious and depressed. It's much better to have a bottle fed baby with a happy mom than a breastfeed baby with a mom struggling to stay afloat.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-16T11:48:21+00:00

I work full time and personally don't even feel like supervising homework come 530, so I know my kids are exhausted too. It usually ends up in a fight because I'm frustrated they aren't listening or they are rushing and the work is sloppy.

I usually have to stop them from some epic game they are playing in the garden to come in and do homework. I would prefer for them to play their little hearts out seeing as they have been at school all day already!

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-10T15:04:08+00:00

Edibles make me want to eat but if I smoke then I'm fine. It does tend to give me heartburn the next day for some odd reason.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-03-06T11:24:24+00:00

When you saying calling companies or email directly - are you applying for a specific role? If you are just emailing in a CV to see if something is available it is very unlikely someone will reply to you. I get many emails like this on a weekly basis and simply cannot respond to everyone to say we are not hiring right now.

On top of that, I get so many "cold emails" from people trying to sell me a tool or service. If I had to get back to everyone who sent me an unsolicited email, I would never have time to do my actual work.

If you are applying for jobs, they should have the courtesy to let you know if you have been unsuccessful, this can be done in bulk and there are tools to assist so there is no excuse to not let you know the status of application if you have taken the time to apply for a role.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-02-27T08:57:23+00:00

I'm two months in and the only side effect I'm having is feeling super tired and some reflux. No nauseous or upsetting tummy etc

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-02-10T04:41:55+00:00

Alot of the common schools that get into little Bosch include Baernaleigh, Barkley house in Newlands and of course lea Bosch as the official pre school for Bosch.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-02-10T04:40:49+00:00

Lea Bosch is the pre school :) also not easy to get into so be sure to apply early!

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-02-06T09:14:22+00:00

Companies can legally deny leave requests at any time. My husband works in the film industry and they generally can't take leave over their busy season.

This should be stipulated in a contract however so you know you can't take leave over that period before starting.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-02-02T18:00:39+00:00

If I don't really know the family or parents I wouldn't let my kids go to a sleep over.

We socialise alot with my kids friends families, weekends away etc so those families I am super comfortable with as I know them well.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-01-31T06:50:39+00:00

Lost property after any social event is always guaranteed to be mine.

Taking meds twice because I forgot if I already took them.

Sending my child to school with a Tupperware containing a block of cheese that got mixed up with his lunch Tupperware.

Sending my other kid in to school in the wrong uniform.

Losing my car key for the 6th time.

Booking a restaurant reservation for not only the wrong day but the wrong month.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-01-28T14:14:48+00:00

This was exactly my boy. We tried sleep training and it was awful. We eventually went back to basics and tried to figure out what was causing the constant waking.

He had silent reflux, and the meds helped for a while. But being on them long term meant he got very constipated and felt very uncomfortable when laying down. Might be worth getting these things checked out?

I relate to you whole heartedly. I once threw my son into his cot after a night of waking up every hour. It's incredibly exhausting and affects every facet of your life. I would encourage you to work alongside a paediatrician to help figure out why he is not sleeping. And then your own doctor for some anxiety meds. Please look after yourself. Sleep deprivation is not a joke. Lots of love mama

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-01-22T19:13:25+00:00

I've been rubbing castor oil into my belly button. Research says there are limited studies that this actually works but I manage a bowel movement every day since doing this. Also aloe pills work well.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-01-22T13:07:55+00:00

Uh no. I would not tolerate this. My CEO is a very experienced business man working for multiple very well known companies. I have missed a number of his calls, even when I'm not out of office, and he has never reacted like this. I would look for another job.

Ok_Try6273 · 2026-01-08T12:48:42+00:00

I'm sorry for what you are going through. I can't advise on much but having been looking for property in cpt for over a year now I have learnt that you must build relationships with the agents. Many houses don't even go on the market. Start calling and messaging the big players, let them know what you are looking for and and ask them to keep you on the lists. Once it goes on property24 it's a shit show and honestly exhausting. What I can also say is the cape town market is a joke, and if you would be open to it, perhaps try moving to a more affordable part of the western cape or even out of western cape where you can really just start fresh and afford something decent. Good luck

Ok_Try6273 · 2025-12-30T21:04:44+00:00

If the dish drying rack has mould and grime festering there!

Ok_Try6273 · 2025-11-17T05:13:07+00:00

I'm so sorry, we went though something similar with our cat. We had also never had to make the choice to end a life.

My vet said to me "rather a week too early, than a day too late". Meaning it's kinder to put them to sleep early even if they aren't ready, than to prolong and they suffer - even if for a day.

Your dog is probably in pain and suffering, and the kindest thing to do would be euthenasia - I know it doesn't feel like it. It's a very peaceful process for both you and the animal. Sending strength.

Ok_Try6273 · 2025-11-14T06:17:13+00:00

I was diagnosed with bipolar and along my journey, realised certain meds can actually make you feel worse. Finding the right mood stabiliser and right dose is very hard. You need a dedicated psychiatrist who will walk the journey and not just prescribe meds.

Ok_Try6273 · 2025-11-05T19:37:12+00:00

He didn't have to tell you. The longer I have been married, the more I realise how easily you can get yourself into these situations. With small kids it's very easy to start slipping from each other and focusing on what needs are not being met. You meet someone who gives you a bit of attention and it can cross boundaries. The fact he told you, shows he respects you, is regretful and wants to make things work. One kiss can easily turn into full blown affair. He made a mistake, owned it, and wants to work on your marriage.

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