apparently upwards of 50% of those living with ADD and related issues put off or decline to seek treatment. I've known for years that i have been revved up and more impulsive than the average human being, but have either been "too busy" or all geared up to seek treatment, even formulating and walking through how and where to get it only to back out or feel intimidated about it at the last minute. Forever I used the excuse that it was too expensive to visit a "head doc" but even after I got health insurance I still put off seeking help for fear that my undiagnosed ADHD since childhood wouldn't have treatment options now that I was well into adulthood. This apprehension was somewhat validated for me when several years ago I went to a shrink with "my story" and walked out of the office with a prescription to Lexapro(antidepressant) and a minor chip on my shoulder. This doc went on to prescribe me Xanax in an effort to calm my ever racing mind which succeeded only in rendering me comatose and certainly unable to perform any basic human function other than sleeping soundly. After a subsequent visit and yet another tranquilizer script I parted company with said physician.....

HOWEVER>>>>>

........this was several years ago and the subject of adult ADD/ADHD appears to have garnered a significant amount of attention and acceptance in the psychiatric community as of late and much research and clinical trials have been done exploring treatment options. I'm so encouraged by the web presence of add/adhd sites that I'm feeling ready to throw my hat back in the ring and make an appointment with a new doctor to discuss "my situation".

So........... I don't recommend quietly suffering forever. Open the yellow pages, look under physicians/psychologists/psychotherapists and pick up that 1000 pound telephone and make some inquiries and then an appointment. Give it a try, and if it doesn't feel right then just go your own way. Nothing ventured, nothing gained, though.

Also... a couple of ideas...

1. about those car keys, get a clip for your belt loop and attach a spare door key to avoid future mishaps. A spare house key might go well on that same ring.

2. Making lists with bullet points of important information can help remind you of that test, that appointment, or that website you have been meaning to visit.

3.Cut yourself some slack. Obsessing can compound your negative self image. You're a senior in college handling a challenging course of study. Acknowledge your accomplishments!

4. About you digestive woes, aim to consume 6 eight ounce glasses of water per day and avoid too much junk and pre-packaged foods. See a "head doc" as you say for the mental stuff and a nutritionist for the belly stuff.

P.S.
You're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darnit people like you.

Peace.