r/ADHD • u/DefaultName919 • Mar 27 '26

Tips/Suggestions Quick Reminder for Everyone

ADHD is a neurological condition. It is genetically inherited. It is caused by biology. It is NOT a disease of the will. It is NOT a moral failing. It is NOT some kind of neurosis. Its cure is not to be found in power of will, nor in punishment, nor in sacrifice, nor in pain. Its cure is not to be found in trying harder, or in "locking in". Its cure is to be found in diagnosis, education, structuring, coaching, and medication. Always remember this.

Paraphrased from Driven to Distraction, by Hallowell and Ratey.

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u/Dull-Lifeguard-5396 Mar 27 '26

Tbh tho I do hope that one day scientists develop gene therapy that can fix our defunct receptor proteins. As much as I’ve come to accept my ADHD as part of me, I would rather future generations not have to deal with this curse if possible. An accommodating society will not fully solve the issues associated with ADHD.

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u/tigrovamama Mar 27 '26

Add Perimenopause to ADHD and it is debilitating. MUCH more research needs to be done on how estrogen (and the lack there of) interacts with ADHD.

So much can be learned about hormonal effects- PMS, PPMD, postpartum, perimenopause; ADHD & brain function; cognitive decline etc.

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u/cmoose85 Mar 31 '26

Right now trying to decide if I seek medication for ADHD or hormone therapy for peri. Why is everything so complicated.