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creative_writerSenior Contributor
How do people function while living with ADHD? I’m pretty much non-functional, it’s taking a toil on my mental health, I’m stuck in constant rumination. I try to look for a reasonable solution, but I see the unreasonable
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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rav3nSenior Contributor
hey @creative_writer just catching up on how things have been for you today.
just to clarify - was it your psychologist that you have limited sessions with (and the one you'll be seeing next week)?
are you still able to reach out to your psychiatrist soon? or are your psychiatrist sessions also limited?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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rav3nSenior Contributor
oh yep, that makes sense - thanks for clarifying that for me @creative_writer. do you reckon it would be possible to request an earlier session with your psychiatrist, especially with how overwhelmed you've been feeling?
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
Hello @creative_writer,
I am glad to see a shower and some prayers have helped. That really does sound so grounding for you.
If you put a hand on your heart and another on your stomach, then take a few deep breaths, what do you notice this anxious feeling is trying to tell you? 🩷
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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AuntGlowModerator
I totally understand loud thoughts making it hard to function @creative_writer.
Honestly though, toilet and shower musings are always the best.
It seems like there's a lot of internal and external pressure around achieving or being productive? No wonder you're feeling so stressed! You're not lazy or stupid, but I understand why you might be thinking you are - this is very common in those who experience ADHD. But to me, it sounds like you're needing something more to feel more supported and regulated whilst trying to achieve all that you have to do - do you know what that might be?
I am glad to know you are safe tonight. 💕
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