I'm in my late twenties and feel like it has altered my life completely since 5-6 years old. I also think I have some ADD, and borderline traits have been confirmed.

I feel like I'd have my PhD by now if it weren't for the disorder, yet I'm struggling just to get an MS.

I don't date--too unstable for that. I STILL live with parents.

But, in my family, I'm still doing "well." Genetics :-/

I still try. Even in this depressive state, I'm still trying. I have no doubt that I'll have problems in the past.

It was a bit depressing reading stories here. I thought it'd get easier as I approached middle age, but that's not my experience and seems to not be many of yours either.

Damn :/