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[–] [email protected] 75 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) (2 children)

And ADHD just means "you're too lazy, and just need to focus."

Things that make me want to hurt people.

[–] [email protected] 29 points 2 days ago (1 children)

It really sucks being a parent with ADHD having a kid with ADHD understanding the struggles while also having to say "You need to figure out what will work for you to focus on this stuff. Also, just try some of these suggestions to see if they work instead of refusing to try at all."

Like I understand the struggle and still end up sounding like that just because figuring out something to improve the situation is necessary although it isn't quite the same thing as 'try harder'. Just keep trying until you figure out something that improves the situation.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

For me, it's all about someone trying to help me, together.

I'm lucky that a few of my coworkers understand the feeling that working on a thing together (even if it's separate tasks) can achieve the larger goal. It's much better than going alone, or with someone who tries to play director/boss.

[–] [email protected] 21 points 2 days ago (1 children)

ADHD sucks. It's a pain in the ass to get my meds, the meds help, but I still have good days and bad days. I don't think it's nearly as debilitating as a crushed hand, I don't even put it on the same level as depression. That said everyone has a different toolbox for their issues, and some people are better equipped than others.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 days ago (2 children)

I've got a lovely cocktail of ADHD, C-PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. And people are upset when it takes me an hour to get out of bed.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago

I have adhd, anxiety, and depression. My spouse has anxiety, cpsd, and depression. We really enjoyed remote work before we were called back to the office.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 day ago

If it takes you an hour to get out of bed, so be it. I like to go to bed early (I'm old) that way it feels like I've slept in every day.