I have never really done anything like this before, in terms of "seeking" out advice or help in situations. I have always been a more independent person and tried never really to rely on anyone but myself, but over the last couple of years I have had serious trouble in a lot of areas that seem wrapped around ADD.
My brother has ADHD and as well does my aunt, so it seems like it is in my family. As a kid I was usually highly energetic and as an adult, it has translated to an "always on the go" attitude. In high school, I did not have trouble wiht work, only in certain areas where i found I could not really focus and my mind wandered, so i got by with the usual B's and C's. But when i got to college, things began to change. I became extremely uncomfortable in public situations where I did not feel comfortable (to the point that I would get nausea in my stomach, and hot flashes, which I would have to leave). Also, my focus had become almost completely absent and I could not pay attention to to things I had no interest in. My mind wandered frequently and little things around me were easily diverting my attention.
These things still persist today and are seemingly starting to affect my everyday life, be it work or pleasure. I find myself being completely silent in public situations, even when my best of friends are with me. I dont get involved in conversations and when I want to, i can never gather up a thought to include, or get flustered doing so. I still get the feelings of nausea on those situations, and have mood swings during the day that can go from a happy, excited state gradually to a more blah, complacent state.
The worst part of this is I am at an age (25) where I want to learn more each day,when it comes to my job or outside issues (news, reading books, etc). The major problem I am having is that I can read an entire chapter of a book, be totally encompassed in it while I am reading each word, and then when i am done, I couldnt even provide a summary of what I just read. It is as if I am reading the words on the page, but not "understanding" what they mean and the concept being conveyed. It is beginning to seriously affect my everyday life.
Could anyone out there possibly tell me if this would translate into something to the effect of ADD or, do I just have concentration issues? I would appreciate anybody's comments. Thank you all for listening....