The main reason I think I might have it other than fitting a lot of symptoms generally is that my daughter has it and I would not be surprised if there were a genetic component.
Now that you mention family relations, I think about my mom and my dad. My mom presents some of the stereotypical ADHD traits very very strongly, and my father doesn’t at all. And I’ve never noticed my dad stuck in this cycle, but I think I’ve seen my mom. I will show this figure to my parents and ask both of them if they relate at all. Although I need to translate this into spanish, or find a spanish version…
This is really interesting. One of my family members has ADHD and I was about to say “huh I have this cycle and I don’t have ADHD.” I guess it’s possible I have it but never got it diagnosed because it’s mild enough that I’m functioning without medication/support, but at the same time I wonder if this is actually truly unique to ADHD or a behavior that’s just commonly classified with it.
I’m a little reticent to get genetic testing done because most of the companies doing it are selling the data they collect. I don’t know of a reputable one in the U.S. at the moment. Please do share if you do.
Oh, that is not what I meant; sorry, I am on a lot of painkillers right now lol. The word I was looking for is hereditary! 😆 CHADD is where you want to start for the USA. They are super reputable and do good work. https://chadd.org/for-adults/overview/ There’s also a good book for adults by Dr. Russell A. Barkley called “Taking Charge of Adult ADHD” - this guy is considered the guy as far as ADHD research is concerned and the book can be found pretty easily via Anna’s Archive. He puts out a lot of the modern guidelines. He is pretty good, but he has a very particular approach and don’t worry if you don’t jive with him. Also, check out this channel if video is more your format of choice: How to ADHD - she has a 101 playlist an explains everything very well in easy-to-understand language. @sal@mander.xyz - you might want to check these out too.
Honestly, at this point in my life, if I do have ADHD, I’ve developed enough coping strategies that it is not an impediment. My main concern is for my daughter, but she is on some excellent medication that works well and isn’t a scheduled substance and she has accommodations in school, so we’re on a good path there.
I combo the stimulants and non-stimulants. Sometimes I think the non-stimulants help better. It’s really a game of trying to find what works best for you, you know! Definitely check out that channel, though. They have some great videos on girls and women with ADHD that your daughter may appreciate. I know when I first figured it out they made me cry haha.
The main reason I think I might have it other than fitting a lot of symptoms generally is that my daughter has it and I would not be surprised if there were a genetic component.
Now that you mention family relations, I think about my mom and my dad. My mom presents some of the stereotypical ADHD traits very very strongly, and my father doesn’t at all. And I’ve never noticed my dad stuck in this cycle, but I think I’ve seen my mom. I will show this figure to my parents and ask both of them if they relate at all. Although I need to translate this into spanish, or find a spanish version…
This is really interesting. One of my family members has ADHD and I was about to say “huh I have this cycle and I don’t have ADHD.” I guess it’s possible I have it but never got it diagnosed because it’s mild enough that I’m functioning without medication/support, but at the same time I wonder if this is actually truly unique to ADHD or a behavior that’s just commonly classified with it.
It’s hereditary. ;) Get checked.
There is. Get checked, let me know your region if you want a resource.
I’m a little reticent to get genetic testing done because most of the companies doing it are selling the data they collect. I don’t know of a reputable one in the U.S. at the moment. Please do share if you do.
Oh, that is not what I meant; sorry, I am on a lot of painkillers right now lol. The word I was looking for is hereditary! 😆 CHADD is where you want to start for the USA. They are super reputable and do good work. https://chadd.org/for-adults/overview/ There’s also a good book for adults by Dr. Russell A. Barkley called “Taking Charge of Adult ADHD” - this guy is considered the guy as far as ADHD research is concerned and the book can be found pretty easily via Anna’s Archive. He puts out a lot of the modern guidelines. He is pretty good, but he has a very particular approach and don’t worry if you don’t jive with him. Also, check out this channel if video is more your format of choice: How to ADHD - she has a 101 playlist an explains everything very well in easy-to-understand language. @sal@mander.xyz - you might want to check these out too.
Honestly, at this point in my life, if I do have ADHD, I’ve developed enough coping strategies that it is not an impediment. My main concern is for my daughter, but she is on some excellent medication that works well and isn’t a scheduled substance and she has accommodations in school, so we’re on a good path there.
But I appreciate it, thank you.
I combo the stimulants and non-stimulants. Sometimes I think the non-stimulants help better. It’s really a game of trying to find what works best for you, you know! Definitely check out that channel, though. They have some great videos on girls and women with ADHD that your daughter may appreciate. I know when I first figured it out they made me cry haha.