How many of you believe...
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Hey Richard, do you think you do?
Yeah, I even went to the pscho doc and took their tests. They had me sit down at a computer and answer about 500 questions (similar to the SF psych test) where many were the same but worded differently.
The irony is that forcing myself to sit still and focus on something (like 500 frikkin questions) is almost the most uncomfortable thing in the world for me.
Anyhow, they've started me on Concerta. Don't really feel the effects yet. Maybe it's because of all of the Espresso I drink.
Yeah, I even went to the pscho doc and took their tests. They had me sit down at a computer and answer about 500 questions (similar to the SF psych test) where many were the same but worded differently.
The irony is that forcing myself to sit still and focus on something (like 500 frikkin questions) is almost the most uncomfortable thing in the world for me.
Anyhow, they've started me on Concerta. Don't really feel the effects yet. Maybe it's because of all of the Espresso I drink.
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Re: How many of you believe...
Originally posted by gpatmac
...That you've got ADD/ADHD, and why?
...That you've got ADD/ADHD, and why?
just messing with you pat...it's great that you actually took the time and initiative to get yourself tested, as well as seek treatment for it...most people are very reluctant to seek treatment due to the social stigma of it...and to come out on a open forum, even took more courage...good for you!
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Originally posted by markpaco
take a TEST
I think I am because my mind tends to wander a lot when I should pay attention. But according to the test I don't show signs of ADD. Maybe I just don't care about what people have to say so I daydream.
take a TEST
I think I am because my mind tends to wander a lot when I should pay attention. But according to the test I don't show signs of ADD. Maybe I just don't care about what people have to say so I daydream.
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Re: Re: How many of you believe...
Originally posted by poser
just messing with you pat...it's great that you actually took the time and initiative to get yourself tested, as well as seek treatment for it...most people are very reluctant to seek treatment due to the social stigma of it...and to come out on a open forum, even took more courage...good for you!
just messing with you pat...it's great that you actually took the time and initiative to get yourself tested, as well as seek treatment for it...most people are very reluctant to seek treatment due to the social stigma of it...and to come out on a open forum, even took more courage...good for you!
Nah, my first inclination was to wonder if this was like some sort of skeleton or secret. I think if someone has ADD, they should probably consider theirself lucky. There are so many other things I'm thankful I don't have. On the other hand, even though you can read about it, to me I'm still very curious about it. Was wondering what some others' thoughts might be.
Anyhow, just so everyone knows, this is why when you talk to me, it's hard for me to keep eye contact. There's just to many other things that catch my attention. Actually I'm listening to every word you say, it's just that I'm trying to process every sensory stimulation that my eyes and ears are picking up on.
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Im just overly obsessive compulsive. I could words and letters in everything I see. When driving down the highway I will slow so I can count how many words are in the signs "before driving under them", thats the key. I panic if I cant count them before I drive under or past them. I also have an ongoing argument in my head as to how many words are in a sign like this:
Speed Limit 75 M.P.H.
Are there only 3 or 4 or 6?
3 - Speed, Limit, 75 M.P.H.
4 - Speed, Limit, 75, M.P.H.
6 - Speed, Limit, 75, Miles, Per, Hour
I go through this argument daily and its tiring. Also if I have captions turned on on the tv I have to count all the words in a sentence before it goes away or I freak. I actually stress watching tv and movies since I am worried I wont be able to count all the words.
Its a disease or whatever, I cant help it. I am going to go to a doc and see about Paxil or something that can help with it since it does effect me a lot.
Speed Limit 75 M.P.H.
Are there only 3 or 4 or 6?
3 - Speed, Limit, 75 M.P.H.
4 - Speed, Limit, 75, M.P.H.
6 - Speed, Limit, 75, Miles, Per, Hour
I go through this argument daily and its tiring. Also if I have captions turned on on the tv I have to count all the words in a sentence before it goes away or I freak. I actually stress watching tv and movies since I am worried I wont be able to count all the words.
Its a disease or whatever, I cant help it. I am going to go to a doc and see about Paxil or something that can help with it since it does effect me a lot.