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Originally Posted by wally
Recovery for me is compliant with meds, keeping appointments with my doctors and in between episodes of mania and depression. I am a 47 year old male currently unemployed (2 years) trying to get SSDI of which I have allsup representation. This is where I am at present. In grade 1, my teacher said that I was a leader and very intelligent. Thing is, I have had over 45 jobs in my life and have never accomplished true independence (meaning not self sufficient). Never did well in grammar, middle, or high school. Recently after speaking with my doc, I was also diagnosed with ADHD and told to try Ritalin. I have to admit it does help me focus but now I do not know where to turn my focus. In the last year, I have completed several training courses through NAMI and a course through VOCAL. I welcome any advice that anyone can give and would like to correspond with like individuals. Thanks, Wally
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Hi Wally,
I too have add but am not on ritalin, I try to go with what I take and hope that works for me. I understand you have done several things with nami, maybe volunteer or work with your community service board? To turn your focus towards something constructive, I mean.
I too have had a hard time with jobs, but being male has its own difficulties as expectations are different than for females.
Many of us are both intelligent and creative, perhaps volunteering as a mentor in an elementary school? There are many boys that need a good male role model in their lives and even with bp, you could be that person. I have a teacher's license and I am able to interact with the kids, but I am not able to work a full time job, per my own feelings about it. Subbing has been a way to work around it. I can go in if I'm feeling good and don't have to take a job if I'm feeling bad or anxious.
I hope this helps some,
Amy