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Old Sep 05, 2008, 10:15 AM
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I have found over time after being diagnosed with ADHD, and being treated somewhat successfully for it for around two years now--that I no longer connect with most people who have ADHD.

I think it's because most people with ADHD are not being successfully treated, and have a complete lack of insight into their negative behaviors and thought processes. Often I find that they aren't even aware of what is going on around them. Sometimes I get that way, but very seldom these days. I find that I am now sensitive to discussing the topic of ADHD with other "ADHD-ers" as well, as I find they often don't listen very well in support groups and don't contribute anything useful. I hope no one takes offense at this, as none is meant. I don't feel superior in any way, but rather-- sad that I cannot connect to other ADHD diagnosed adults and I would like to have their support and learn from them, and to also to help them from what I know as I am a fellow sufferer.

However, as evidenced by the lack of activity on this board and elsewhere in life, there isn't much transaction of ideas occurring about ADHD, and many random comments that constitute an entire subject. Most of the time I find questions about a specific medication only, or something from someone who thinks they have ADHD asking questions. I think that's great and all, but it's not enough to truly be a support group atmosphere, IMO.
I'm possibly not making sense right now because I didn't get any sleep last night.

Once again, these are just observations and are not meant in any insulting or arrogant way. I'm not even thinking along those lines.
Anyone else feel similarly?

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