ADHD

outer, in Relationship between sleep and ADHD
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@kepic Thank you, @kepic , for the link to https://BrainClinics.com. They have links to a huge number of @Scientific studies on @Sleep, @ADHD, @depression, and various therapies.

kepic,
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Yeah. It's a new site for me, so I haven't had a proper look yet, but it seems to have pretty good resources.

avuko, in Relationship between sleep and ADHD

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  • AutisticAdam,

    @avuko @kepic I drink chamomile green tea before bed.

    From someone that's had sleeping problems for years.

    It's hard I know because our autistic brains won't switch off.

    I'm not saying it'll work for you, but maybe worth giving it a go.

    It's helped me.

    duringoverflow,

    I drink chamomile green tea before bed.

    green tea is different than chamomile. Green tea actually contains caffeine. I suppose you do take chamomile but I needed to clarify it in case someone goes try green tea without looking it up more.

    kepic,
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    There was a lot in there that was new to me, too. The greatest surprise was the connection with sight; I'm overly sensitive to bright light, and have trouble with blue light (nighttime neon signs are horrible). There was a lot I recognized in myself in this.

    Alcrabist, in I think this desktop can be very useful for ADHD people.
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    Looks very nice! I'll be glad to try it out. How are the Alpha builds so far?

    mathflakes, (edited ) in Relationship between sleep and ADHD

    I always have trouble with sleep. I feel like I have a routine and BOOM a week later I’m staying up until 3 a.m. This drives me crazy. My ADHD ass can’t hold on to self-imposed routines for very long.

    Edited to add: after reading (ok, skimming - It’s long!) the article, maybe I’ll have to try using my SAD therapy lamp year-round to get my sleep rhythms a bit more regulated.

    autumnplains, in Relationship between sleep and ADHD

    The issue I’ve always had is that I can’t sleep without noise. Without a show/podcast, my brain just won’t stop…wanting to think? But with something on, it’s like it goes into passive mode and falls asleep. It’s the difference between falling asleep in 15 minutes versus staying awake until 3AM 🤷🏻‍♀️

    hubblebug,

    The same for me, except it has to be white noise/a fan, something that's bland and blocks out all the things my brain could jump on board with thinking about. Falling asleep in a completely silent room is almost impossible...

    a_mac_and_con,
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    Are you me? XD I still have a lot of sleep problems, but I've noticed I can get to sleep a lot sooner if I put on a show or podcast that I've listened to before. If it's new, I'm paying too much attention to it. Otherwise, it's just good vibes into slumberland.

    miles, in Welcome dopamine/scrolling fans!
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    the spark to learn more about this place has been the most motivation ive had in months, it's been somewhat refreshing. definitely an overwhelming amount of information to navigate tho, id say im struggling too.

    cylon_jg,
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    I relate hard to this!

    peacecorn, in Welcome dopamine/scrolling fans!
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    Agreed. But I guess it just means a hyperfixation has been unlocked for me.

    TaleOfSam,
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    I’ve gone radio silence except for setting up my little spaces on the Fediverse >:3 My husband thinks I’ve been very understanding of his hobbies, and internally I’m* completely oblivious

    *Edit: spelling

    phantoms, in I think this desktop can be very useful for ADHD people.

    Interesting! This would have been a lifesaver in college. I'm curious if it functions well with non-web apps such as games.

    ProcrastinationLikely,

    from the FAQ's

    Does Kera Desktop only support web apps?
    For now, yes. Support for Linux apps is perfectly possible and on the roadmap. For other platforms, we will see what’s possible.

    duringoverflow,

    such as games

    ah yes, the distraction!

    nightauthor, in 30 Essential Ideas you should know about ADHD, 5A ADHD is Time Blindness
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    I got adhd and you want me to watch a 3 hour long lecture?!
    lmao, maybe I can pull this off in pieces.

    huckleberry,
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    There is a playlist on youtube in 10ish minute chunks if you need to break it down! this one was my favorite out of the playlist.

    nightauthor,
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    I ended up watching the whole thing, and then again with my wife. Really solid lecture. I'm now subscribed to his youtube channel and have his book on my kindle, though I've only read a chapter in the last month.

    nightauthor,
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    Didn't realize what you posted was just a clip.
    Definitely an interesting clip, he's actually a really engaging speaker, I'll give the 3hr bit a shot... while I'm also browsing kbin.

    Playlist link for anyone interested

    Ignacio, in 30 Essential Ideas you should know about ADHD, 5A ADHD is Time Blindness
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    This man also published a really good book to understand ADHD, both for people suffering and for people surrounding, which is called "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD".

    Volftrap, in Oh it won't?

    What annoys me the most about shit like this is people don't seem to understand how much more important it is that I just START the task, as opposed to doing the task efficiently. Like I don't care if it's not the absolute best way to do it, I just need to do it.

    ChillChillinChinchilla,
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    And if you stop me while I'm doing it, it's not getting done EITHER way...

    fedosyndicate, in 30 Essential Ideas you should know about ADHD, 5A ADHD is Time Blindness
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    Dr Barkley is awesome!

    s804, in I think this desktop can be very useful for ADHD people.
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    How safe is this?

    mrbigmouth502,
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    It's GPL3 and the source code is available on GitLab, so it's open source. That's usually a good sign as far as software safety goes, since it's harder to sneak nasty things in when your code is out in the open than it is with a closed-source app.

    trex, in What is the most annoying ADHD trait that you have?
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    Procastination for sure. It gives me so much stress, yet it's so hard not to do.

    Noki,
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    Second this - followed by my restless body... always moving/shaking doing something.....

    TaleOfSam,
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    I work at a desk and I have lots of pent up energy. I have a little set of pedals beneath my desk, labeled ‘My ADHD meds’ :3

    Shift_,
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    Damn that's a good idea. I need something similar to help me from bumping my leg all the time.

    s804,
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    preach

    princeofmar5, in What is the most annoying ADHD trait that you have?

    For me it’s probably forgetfulness. When it comes to events I’ve started telling people if it’s not in my calendar it doesn’t exist. Now I just need to start utilizing a to-do list so I don’t forget things I have to do.

    Shift_,
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    Same, my google calendar is always full of stuff I don't remember adding. I have to review it at least once a week.

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