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Apprehension about diagnosis and unknown

SabbyContributor

Apprehension about diagnosis and unknown

Hi there

I'm new here and wanted to share my all consuming thoughts about what could be wrong with me. There's a big story- childhood abuse, intense low self worth, 25 year DV relationship, rec drug use, anxiety and depression, when i have a friend i obsess over them, uncontrolled eating, unhealthy drinking but all alongside that is a drive to keep up a facade that I'm a strong sorted individual and held a career that has provided enough for my family. I'm a perfectionist, procrastinator and find relationships hard. Speaking words about all of these things is near impossible- my mouth just won't move. I feel lazy and sometimes a fraud.

My kids have ADHD and I am having that explored next month... but I can't help wonder if it's more.

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In response to: Apprehension about diagnosis and unknown

SabbyContributor

Re: Apprehension about diagnosis and unknown

@JBG

I guess my apprehension comes from knowing adhd symptoms cross over to other things.

I'd like to try medication if I get a diagnosis but have to consider high heart as I have heart disease in family.

Pleased to hear it all made sense for you. I'm.in my 40s too so late diagnosed.

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JBGContributor

Re: Apprehension about diagnosis and unknown

The best thing I ever did though for my mental health. I think if you speak to your GP about all your concerns there are options for you to be matched with the correct meds
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