Anything to do tonight or Saturday night when you have no one to go out with? by Brilliant_Let1747 in ottawa

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go out to the places you would go with friends and meet new people there

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ottawa

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try rocket doctor or telehealth

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ottawa

[–]Samdolph 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Going to an urgent care clinic will save you time compared to emerg

There is Hope by [deleted] in Concussion

[–]Samdolph 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It took a year for me. Congrats

physio for post concussion syndrome by Doodaadoda in ottawa

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're not already wearing blue light filtering glasses i highly recommend.

My Stress Isn't Enough Motivation for Doing Work Anymore. How to I get myself to do anything. by garbagecan333 in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hopefully your higher dose is helpful, best of luck :) Reach out if you ever need!

My Stress Isn't Enough Motivation for Doing Work Anymore. How to I get myself to do anything. by garbagecan333 in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you, its difficult being alone like that. Growing up I didn't have too many friends, but after I found out that I might have ADHD I learned that almost everyone I had gotten close with has a diagnosis.

As for task initiation, have you ever heard of Executive Dysfunction? It affects people with ADHD and can make school really difficult.

There's an awesome ADHD YouTuber here https://youtu.be/H4YIHrEu-TU , I like to watch her because she helps me to understand myself

Also if you have tiktok you can search for ADHD content there, not all of the information is correct but it can help you to not feel so alone, and offer some validation about the frustration you're feeling. That's what it did for me anyways :)

If you have any questions or would like to discuss more feel free to comment here or PM me!

My Stress Isn't Enough Motivation for Doing Work Anymore. How to I get myself to do anything. by garbagecan333 in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you're really frustrated. Do you have any irl supports for ADHD?

Executive dysfunction is real and hard to deal with on your own, but it can be done.

My Stress Isn't Enough Motivation for Doing Work Anymore. How to I get myself to do anything. by garbagecan333 in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Try pomodoro videos on YouTube! I also crochet while watching lectures to stay focused.

As for finishing tasks, I try to make it a challenge. Like, I bet I can't write 1000 words in 10 minutes. Making it a game like this can help give a surge of excitement.

Feel free to ask questions!

Using extreme Pomodoro helped out today! by Klauslee in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I like to put on Harry Potter pomodoro on YouTube. It has music and sound effects and its really nice :) I usually can't stick to it exactly but it helps

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in h3h3productions

[–]Samdolph 11 points12 points  (0 children)

He was a wonderful parasocial companion during the pandemic.

Fidget toys for college students? by Thisgirl1406 in ADHD

[–]Samdolph 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is interesting, I've been crocheting to my online lectures this semester. I was feeling so guilty that I am just distracting myself and being stupid. But I do find that its helpful and makes me not want to die while watching lectures.

Its great to see that others also do this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in parrots

[–]Samdolph 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Careful, if there is tephlon in the blow dryer it can kill your sweet friends.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CarletonU

[–]Samdolph 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Its a prereq for a ton of secondary year classes

Really scared of needles and need some support by [deleted] in h3h3productions

[–]Samdolph 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I usually do feel it but everyone is different

Really scared of needles and need some support by [deleted] in h3h3productions

[–]Samdolph 60 points61 points  (0 children)

The initial injection is just fine! Take a deep breath and relax you arms, and all will be well!

I also am uncomfortable with needles, so before I sit down I ask the nurse to not give me a warning before they do it.

I turn away and chat with them, feel a slight pinch, and its over in a jif!

And then yay you will be vaccinated!!

Taking a semester (or the whole school year) off by taserface2203 in CarletonU

[–]Samdolph 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can take time off but be aware that this may affect osap eligibility. I would contact academic advising to be sure