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What struggles do people with ADHD face?

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Anonymous on Oct 25, 2016
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Being able to stay on track and can't keep a thought for more then 2 seconds. Because I was a kid who struggled with ADHD
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Anonymous on Oct 26, 2016
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Focusing on homework, reading , writing. Undertaking projects. And working in a job or in line. Really hard.
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confidentbruce17 on Oct 29, 2016
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They struggle with hard learning AKA Slow learning they can not focus on school work or mostly anything they can not stay seated in there seats for a long periods of time they can talk alot and talk alot to there self they cannot stay organized and can be messy and they are hard listeners they do not listen to people well and they dont care about alot of things in life they have a hard time starting something and not finishing it or they will not do something untill the last minute they will do it they have bad anger issues they will get mad and throw things/break things/yell loud over little things that happen around them or to them and it affects there life alot and can lead to serious health issues in the future
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PoolOfBrokenMemories on Nov 10, 2016
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In the end, the finer details that people with ADHD face will be personal to the individual. In general ADHD is defined issues are listed as "problems concentrating, impulsive behaviour, very active behaviour, etc...". Yes it is an attention disorder and people who have ADHD might act hyperactive but this is due to a chemical imbalance. People with ADHD need to receive more impulses to get to a state of satisfaction and that explains the hyperactivity. Sitting still for a person with ADHD feels a bit like being locked up for people who do not have ADHD. The good news is that there are working treatments (both therapeutic, medicinal or combined) and it usually diminishes with age it still can create struggles. On a social level it can be difficult to maintain friendships and relationships. At work and school (environment that can really limit neurological impulses) it can be really difficult for people with ADHD to maintain a steady level of achievement. A course that interest them and gives them the impulses they need may allow them to get amazing results while another subject that bore them might be the reason they abandon the road towards getting a degree. One of my best friends has ADHD and I have the outmost respect for him, he only got diagnosed at age 24 after he left college without a degree and while he is a very friendly guy he had difficulty maintaining relationships. While he is successful in general he tells me (and I truly believe him) that not getting diagnosed and treated at a younger age affected his life as a whole. Getting a proper diagnose (the sooner the better) and the right treatment while at the same time accepting a long term psycholical issue is a hard pill to swallow.
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Anonymous on Nov 10, 2016
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Some struggles people with ADHD have are sitting still, constantly fidgeting, have a hard time paying attention. They have a constant need to move around.
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Bonnie1 on Nov 18, 2016
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ADHD symptoms include limited attention span, and hyperactivity. Some individuals have trouble with focusing, concentrating, and remaining still for long periods of time.
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Hannah578 on Feb 17, 2017
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One of the many struggles that people with ADHD face is other people not understanding the condition. This could be anyone. They will take one look at the person with ADHD, and instead of understanding that that person can't help what they are doing, that person will treat them like they are stupid and disrespectful, when they are the complete opposite.
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Anonymous on Feb 22, 2017
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People struggles with concentration. They get distracted easily. They tend to forget things, ( like appointments, keys etc..) They overthink constantly and they're always on the move. They have so many ideas in their mind that they don't know which one to take first so they change their mind. They can be misunderstood often too.
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avanef on Apr 6, 2017
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ADD (ADHD) may affect all aspects of life for many adults, typically leading to significant problems in daily functioning. Adults with ADD (ADHD) often struggle with issues such as: Poor time management and chronic lateness Disorganization Difficulty with planning and prioritizing Difficulty with paperwork and record-keeping Forgetfulness Inconsistency Impulsive decision-making All of these patterns can contribute to many daily difficulties that combine to create a chronic high stress level for many adults with ADD (ADHD). Other problems associated with ADD (ADHD) In addition to problems in daily life management, there are many more serious risks that have been associated with ADD (ADHD), including: Substance Abuse Divorce Child Abuse Family Conflicts Under-employment/unemployment Smoking Obesity/Eating Disorders Poor Driving Record Unplanned pregnancy Sexually transmitted diseases Other psychiatric conditions Sleep disorders Learning disabilities
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Tranquilshadows on Apr 14, 2017
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ADHD Stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder... and can have a range of problems. Sometimes it's as simple as not being able to concentrate on boring things for any length of time... and other times they can have behavioral difficulties, which can make them feel like outcasts.
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