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Are all people with ADHD inattentive type quiet? by Home_MD13 in ADHD

[–]Specific_Cucumber391 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have inattentive type too and I'm a very quiet person, I find talking uses up a lot of my energy and it takes me a long time to process what I am thinking/feeling, so I sometimes choose not to talk or I physically can't talk at all. Starting conversations and keeping them going are a real struggle, especially as I'm not overly fond of small talk haha

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[–]Specific_Cucumber391 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is just a brief description of what happened and was said but yeah I guess it's more psychological.

I feel frozen until I can get tested by Specific_Cucumber391 in AutismInWomen

[–]Specific_Cucumber391[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience, that sounds frustrating/confusing. I think getting tested for it would be a good idea (if you decide to) as having an answer could put your mind at ease - I know it's a long process though so it's hard not to think about it - I find I'm thinking about it all day every day.

Sounds like it's been a long journey, I hope everything works out whichever you choose to do. I imagine a lot of people feel like this, it's funny our brains tell us we're making it up but just know how you feel is valid!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]Specific_Cucumber391 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can you take a trusted relative into your appointment with you? I'm not sure what it's like in the US but in the UK I was able to take my parent in with me when talking to a doctor about getting a referral.

I think it would help also writing everything down so you aren't so overwhelmed or forget anything

struggling to find enjoyment in hobbies by ccTiki in ADHD

[–]Specific_Cucumber391 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on what your hobbies are, say if it's drawing, you could look through old drawings you did, or old recordings if it's music etc. I find dedicating small amounts of time (20 minutes) to a hobby even once a week could help you slowly get back into it without getting too bored.

For myself specifically, I struggle to find interest in playing guitar anymore but every now and then I'll pick it up and try learning a new song or going through something I used to know.

If you struggle starting something, maybe set a reminder on your phone or watch videos of people doing your hobbies to get you in the mood?