Humbling ADHD experience
Kind of a downer post, my bad.
I think one of the most humbling parts about transitioning into an adult with ADHD is the sharp realization that nobody cares. Nobody cares that your brain is working different than everyone else in the room.
As a child, I had systems in place to help me with my ADHD, even when I didn't realize I needed the help. Looking back, I have much more respect for those systems than I ever did. All those people were trying to help me. Doctor's, parents, teachers.
But growing up, I take a new mindset. You must overcome, even with your disability.
Your boss doesnt care that you have ADHD. Your date doesn't care you forgot about your dinner plans. Your bank doesn't care you didn't respond to their important email.
Expectations shift as you mature, you are expected to do more, and more, and more. But I think that it only worsens for people with ADHD.
Most unmedicated adults with moderate ADHD are train wrecks. If you're reading this and you're not one, you're impressive. I think that's why medication is so important when you are an adult, you can get away with your unmedicated actions as a child, but not as an adult.
It depresses me. It does. I guess the sharp realization that the world hurts isn't for everyone.
Sorry for the bummer post, this is how I feel.
@Rackson
It is hard growing up with ADHD. No one understands that you function differently. The world is not set up for people who have ADHD. You will get better at managing it with time as you learn how you best function. If I could suggest, read up on the subject as much a possible. Some people who have it refer to it as their superpower.
@caringShoulder1357
Thank you, you're right.
@Rackson Every bad experience is humbleness and focus.
@Rackson
I'm the other end of the age scale and was only diagnosed with ADHD this month. I'm unmedicated and will remain so due to another health issue but why let others opinions bother you.
