[logan10]

Greetings to all,

Of course, just like the majority of you, I have ADD or ADHD. I was diagnosed at a young age and my parents was told that I would grow out of it. So, they put me on Ritalin and I was on that for majority of my elementary school years, but until I went to HS. That's were I started to struggle with school, but I managed to get it and go on to college to get a degree. I did go back on Rit my last semester for helping to stay focused and it sort of worked. I did graduate and it took awhile (2.5 years) to get a really good job.

But, in the past couple of years, I have been becoming more and more (mentally) disorganized. I would do or say things out of impulsive behaviour. I would be playing Rugby and one moment I would be having a stellar game and the next I'd wishing that I have didn't show up on the pitch. Work can be a struggle at times, but I try my best to stay on top of it (so far, so good).

On the other hand, I do have a wife and step sons (one on the way) that came into my life about 3 years ago. My wife and I struggle at times, because of me and my impulsiveness. She sort of belittles me in front of the kids about the ADHD. Well, I used to let it bother me and I'll leave and burn it off by running or weight lifting. But, now I just don't let it get to me and I go about my business.

I am excited to be a dada for the first time at 33 years. The wife and I are hoping that he will not go through the same problems that I have gone through. But, if it happens, it happens. We don't decide the genetic make up of anybody. I will just help the kid coax through his issues and teach how to evaulate things better than I did (a lot better).

One final thing. I have seen some post where the significant other is stressing over there spouse who has ADHD. They want to change them so badly, but causes a lot of headaches in the house. My suggestion is, don't try cage the individual . You can assist them in learning about there situation by reading into it. I do stress education on this matter, because it has helped me a little. But, sometimes I wish the wife would stop and assist me on my problem, instead of knocking all the time.

Anywho, I'm here and I like to see what others are doing about themselves with their ADHD.

Later

[Meta]

Hi,

I am also new to the site. I am newly diagnosed in my 40's with ADD. I am looking for additional coping mechanisms to use as well as the medication. I feel now with the medication I will be able to put my mind into organizing my life and my home, but I need some serious education. My depression, anxiety and ADD have created a lot of difficulties for my child, my husband and myself. I hope to start sorting things out by reading these posts, other internet sites, and working with my therapist. I definitely need my therapist as I think the right outside input is invaluable when you have an illness that affects your mind and therefore your thinking, perceptions, feelings etc.
Good luck to you and your family and congratulations on the pregnancy.

Meta

[logan10]

Educate, educate, educate and educate yourself on who are. Try to excercise, that is the ultimate release of anxiety and tension. Hang in there, because we are all here for the same reason, SUPPORT!!

[Meta]

Thanks (((Logan))))

I agree with everything you said. I appreciate the support.

Meta