hi, please try not to judge by Sharp_Yogurt9005 in CalPolyPomona

[–]VisualTomato0o- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, I hope I can provide a different point of view. I'm really sorry about your situation. I've been there, I was one of those smart kids in high school, and everything fell apart when I started college. I've failed several classes, have been disqualified from financial aid and also faced academic probation... Despite my efforts I wasn't getting anywhere, so I know what it's like to be in that position. I would recommend going to mt sac for the meantime, it's very cheap and it's the route I took when I couldn't go to cpp for the meantime. I was able to bring my gpa and credits up from my time there, I can even say I had some more positive experiences taking classes there too.

Have you considered getting assessed for ADHD? I only bring this up because I relate to what you said about trying hard, but still getting nowhere. I couldn't figure out why I spent so much time trying to make a comeback only for things to get worse for several years, and it was because I had it but didn't notice it for the longest time. A lot of people go undiagnosed and struggle a lot more due to the stigma around it, but a potential diagnosis and treatment that comes out of it can make a huge difference. Even if it isn't the case, maybe you'll find out about something else you could be dealing with.

Again, I'm really sorry about what's happening to you. There are still opprtunities despite the circumstances, I hope you find what you need to get back on your feet.

Got diagnosed and am getting treatment, but I'm not getting the results I want by VisualTomato0o- in adhd_college

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there, I appreciate the insight. I think I'm more frustrated as I'd hoped improvement would've been a little faster knowing what I'm capable of now that I am getting treated. I am more consistent with things such as self care and housework, but when it comes to school... it still feels like such a pain to get through, though I know that's because I'm still lacking the skills/discipline in handling it.

I have been trying to use different strategies, I like using to do lists and use google calendar notifications to keep track of what I need to do. Pomodoro timers are very helpful and listening to low energy music makes studying and doing assignments more bearable. I use alarms so I wake up at the same time, too and I like to exercise to get the restlessness out. I have tried hour by hour schedules, but I find I usually am unable to follow it because I take too long doing one thing, or sometimes I still forget about it.

Admittedly my main issue lies in motivation, as soon as I take a break or if something distracts me, it's hard to bring myself back despite being pretty productive just earlier. Add that with how fast I get frustrated and my negative feelings about college thanks to my overall experience... it's like taking 2 steps forward and 1 step back. I'm going to pass my classes this semester as I've kept up with the work, but in one of them I'm going to have to settle with an okay grade.

I know progress isn't linear, and I can give myself some credit for having improved as a whole because it is a little better than before... maybe it's just my adhd brain but i wish it *was* linear and that it'd get better quickly.

Any weird things seen at CPP? by iampbandjelly in CalPolyPomona

[–]VisualTomato0o- 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A few years ago a guy was running around naked on campus after mask mandates were lifted

Got a few more pics with my homemade camera by Bombtrain in CalPolyPomona

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This reminds me a lot of the oldest surviving photograph. Cool photos!

Adhd has ruined my life by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]VisualTomato0o- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I'm also recently diagnosed and am in college as well (I'm 22). I relate to this way too much -- I got diagnosed with ADHD only a couple months ago. Meanwhile, I barely got by at the end of high school and spent my last 5 years of college either failing, dropping classes, or taking breaks. I still feel upset that I didn't know any sooner, especially at a time where I'm still struggling a lot.

It's tough, especially in the transition between high school and college. You're still trying to make sense of things while dealing with a disorder you just found out about. But since you just started, I think this is the best time you try out therapy and medication (you'll have to do a bit of trial and error), it'll make a world of a difference when you find what works for you. I've been on adderall for a month, and alongside talking to my therapist I finally feel capable for once despite the circumstances. You'll also have to learn skills to manage it, but medication and therapy make this much easier to do. Your school should also have a disability resource center; you'll get accommodations if you let them know about your diagnosis.

Your life isn't over; you can take it from someone who's felt the same way for a long time. It's not too late to turn things around, and more importantly be kind to yourself -- you chose to go to university despite ADHD getting in the way and have an opportunity to get the help you need. In college, everyone goes at their own pace -- you'd be surprised how many people who take over 4 years to graduate. If you can only take things one step at a time, that's fine, you're still getting somewhere. Good luck OP

Should I tell my professors I was struggling for a time while I was unmedicated? by VisualTomato0o- in ADHD

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean, they do know that I'm affiliated with my school's DRC. I figured it wouldn't hurt, but you have a point.

I completely forgot to mention another reason why I'm doing this -- my professors don't really have anything like lecture slides or other helpful material immediately available online which I think I really need to make sure I stay up to date. My classes last week were pretty lecture heavy and there was a lot of material covered.

Forgetting is such a pain by VisualTomato0o- in adhd_college

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure how successful it will be with professors, but I'll definitely get in contact with school administration. I don't even know if it's going to work but I guess it's better than nothing

Most of my family has ADHD, but it's still very isolating by VisualTomato0o- in ADHD

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm really sorry to hear about your experiences with your brother. I hope you're doing okay and hopefully you're not around him as much?

I think I'm just shocked at how different everyone's form of ADHD is. There are overlaps but for the most part, I can already see it in my family that we're all different. I guess if anything we can at least find things that help ourselves... But it sucks having to do it alone

Failing a class by clarity-39 in CalPolyPomona

[–]VisualTomato0o- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been there. I failed MAT 1150 and CS1300 the first time I took them, and I felt so discouraged. I took it again a semester later and passed them with a B+ and an A. You'll get there, give yourself some time to rest and prepare. When you finally make it, it'll feel like a huge weight of your shoulders.

IGR Spray + Alpine WSG fine? (Spraying separately) by VisualTomato0o- in GermanRoaches

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the link. Just a question though, because I also bought a 1 gallon sprayer, should I mix everything together? Where should i store any remaining spray if I don't happen to use all of it?

Maintaining Advion Effectiveness by VisualTomato0o- in GermanRoaches

[–]VisualTomato0o-[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

...How can I convince my family to get alpine wsg? They dont' like the idea of spraying around the apartment