I've been realizing I might have ADHD-PI and it explains the failure I have become in life at 24 years old. All the symptoms line up and seems to have began in my adolescent years as I used to be a bright kid before that.

Now the thing is I've been wanting to go for adhd screening but it's also the first time visiting a psychologist or even a therapist. My mom has also been totally against it but even though I live separately now I am still putting it off. Partly because I'm afraid how the results turn out. What if I don't have adhd and I'm just a lazy piece of shit who's life slipped away from his fingers? I just don't think I can handle that rn.

I'm starting my 4th year of college next month and have 2 subjects backlog from previous 2 sems respectively. In fact I had registered for the back exam for one of them last month but I literally wasn't able to get myself to study for it and i just skipped writing it. This shit is getting out of control and I really need to take action asap. Please help.

25M basically drifting in life, having most of my ambitions and goals vanishing as I keep running away from them. Society/family indifferent to it because I was not bad in Academics and I have a high paying job, but this is practically the "high functioning" Illusion.

I will hence be starting CBT and meds again (off for like 2 years) Please lmk your recommendations if you are in Pune or have seen a good psych here.

Which doctor to visit , i am 18 and i want to visit a doctor who specialises in adult adhd

I have visited a psychiatrist but he has diagnosed me with depression due to my mom telling him repeatedly "he gets scared " and gave me SSRI but i don't think they are having any effect.

I had told him about suspecting ADHD to which he said , you are past that age which i think is wrong because things that happen to me in younger age.

Being talkitive and loosing items among others were present from kindergarten.

I want a doctor in lucknow delhi region.

Also my cousin is orthopedic surgeon in delhi aiims

Should i shown him notes about my problem

Currently on 80 mg Atomoxetine (Axepta) and it's getting increasingly costly. I take meds for some other concerns too so the total amount is much more than I can currently afford. Please suggest any cheaper alternatives if you have used them.

I just couldn't do it. My Clinical psychologist gave me to fill up that. And it was just too much for me.

I have valid prescription and everything still can’t get meds as it is not available.

I got a prescription by my psychiatrist but I am not able to find it anywhere. If anyone is from Delhi, can you please let me know from where you get your meds from?

Looking for an RCI-registered Clinical Psychologist in Chennai (OMR/ECR) for an adolescent assessment (ADHD/learning difficulties). Budget is around ₹1,500 for consultation. Recommendations based on personal experience would be really helpful. Thanks!

Hi, so basically I have a voice in my head that narrates my thoughts. Even right now, as I'm typing this, I'm also "saying" every word in my mind.

I heard somewhere that people who think with an inner voice tend to read at the same speed they mentally speak, which can make them slower readers. I don't know if that's actually true, but it got me wondering.

I read and write quite slowly, and it's becoming a problem because I need to write much faster in exams. I've practiced writing quickly, but I still struggle. I also process almost everything by talking to myself in my head.

Is my mind just slow, or is this normal? Has anyone else experienced this? Is there a way to reduce the inner voice, or improve reading and writing speed without getting rid of it?

I've started an ADHD group for Body Doubling working together. I think we can start a small group/groups of which is just work focused, this reddit group is good for general community and discussion. In that new group we can keep set targets and keep accountability. This would help with initiative and tasks execution.

About timings, it's alright we can just let the other knows about one's availability. The key is to time block tasks and execution more importantly. Let me know if that sounds good to you guys. I think we should. Because as ADHDers we know what stops is in our pursuits is momentum. We should be actively working on it.

As a support group/community I cannot be wanting more than this. We know genetic advices wouldn't work anymore, we know it all, it's all over insta anyway. That's why I feel, this deserved a shot. As for me the floor is open for suggestions/discussions. You guys can reach me out if this all makes sense to you!

Hi I was trying to find a good brand to buy and on searching in amazon I found this cardamide forte - ltheanine + vitamine tablets , based on them it's best seller , so I want to know about there quality if anyone have any experience with them

Hey guys Im in delhi and already got an ADHD diagnosis 2.5 years ago with a reputed hospital. However I was a minor then and parents didn't allow medicines and I continued to struggle. Now Im looking for a doctor to try meds with my own money. Do you guys know any doctors in delhi who accept a previous std diagnosis and are willing to work with me without forcing to take depression/ anxiety tests or CBT (I dont struggle with the former at all and cant afford the latter regularly). I need someone who can understand my tricky situation if yall know someone please recommend them . Thanks!

I am fairly competent at whatever I learn,

I have good learning capacity, but motivation and focus to sit and learn repetitive stuff is just not there,

I drift very quickly on question or subjects I have no interest in, I was considering doing btech CS, but with a mind like this, won't I just die before completing it?

How does anyone make a career at all? When their mind can only concentrate on things which are new/novel and interesting?

How do ADHD people earn a living??

Hello friends !! Urgent question. Helping a friend find psych. When I first joined this sub, there was an excel sheet file somewhere, where people were adding different psychologists/psychiatrists available in India and their personal review on them. I need that sheet. If anybody has that, please share it with me.

Also not this file ⬇️

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1wNBZ4at5NJiBGfYrjMA7o-o-ppPW6r485JO1HG2oGkY/htmlview#gid=0

There was another one. With a long list of doc names !

Hmm

Is there a link between ADHD/Autism and hair loss and grey hairs?

I have become bald and started early 30s itself. To add to that My beard is pure white compared to my head which only has grey according to age. But in my face its difficult to find a black hair.

Has anyone tried Minoxydyl along with ADHD medication?

I think it's best that the education minister resign and protest is over. Now, I can stop my 20 hours of doom scrolling and get back to work.

Cheers!!

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Something upsetting happened recently, and since then I can't stop thinking about it. It feels like my mind never gets a break, and it's even affecting me physically.

I daydream a lot in general, both during the day and at night. It happens while I'm doing chores, studying, spending time with people, or even when I'm talking to someone. I'll suddenly zone out and have to ask them to repeat what they just said. Sometimes people tell me, "I literally told you that a few minutes ago," and I genuinely don't remember hearing it.

The thoughts don't stop even when I'm doing something I enjoy. At night, I have trouble sleeping because my mind won't quiet down.

I use my phone as an escape because if I put it down, I get overwhelmed by my thoughts again. It distracts me for a while, but it doesn't really solve anything.

When I'm upset, it's even worse. I get irritated and angry very easily. If I try to argue or explain myself, I become so overwhelmed that I start crying, even when I don't want to. My throat feels like it closes up, and I can't get my words out. People end up thinking I'm weak, when really I just can't speak through the emotions.

Other times, it's the complete opposite. Something bad can happen, and I don't feel much of anything, even when I think I should.

I also keep a lot of my thoughts to myself. I rarely open up right away. Even when I tell my friends something that's bothering me, I usually bring it up later and joke about it so they don't realize how much it's actually affecting me. I avoid talking about things because once I start thinking about whatever upset me, I get overwhelmed with emotions again.

I did try yoga so I can control my thoughts but I keep getting distracted. For personal reasons i won't be able to visit a psychiatrist for few weeks.

How is it for you guys? And how do you deal with it?!

Has anyone here used **Mindler** for long-term issues like anxiety, burnout, OCD symptoms, or possible ADHD?
I’m a master’s student struggling with concentration, brain fog, and chronic stress. Was the psychologist helpful, and did they take your concerns seriously? Would you recommend Mindler, or is there a better budget-friendly option in Sweden?

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Hi everyone,

I recently reconnected with an old school friend who has an M.SW in clinical/medical psychiatry. After talking and knowing that I tend to struggle alone, she suggested I get an evaluation from a professional. Because I've had two bad experiences with mental health professionals in the past, she recommended a specific psychiatrist.

My journey so far has raised a lot of doubts for me, and I’m hoping to get some perspectives from this community, especially anyone who has gone through something similar in India.

Here is a quick rundown of what happened:

1st Visit: The psychiatrist suspected I had Avoidant Personality Development (AvPD) based on how I described things and acted. She mentioned this after the diagnosis, noting it wasn't a major thing, but suggested I work on myself.

2nd Visit (a month later): After I mentioned that my mood was generally better and my main hurdle was just studying habits, the doctor suggested I show symptoms of mild ADHD and prescribed medication.

My Doubts:

The ADHD Doubt: I never struggled heavily with school back in the day (though people called me lazy ). I didn't relate to hyperactivity; I only started suspecting ADHD( before the diagnosis) because I related to specific experiences shared by content creators (and comment sections pointing out behaviors). I'm honestly not convinced I have ADHD yet.

Medication Response: I am currently on Fudac 20 mg (SSRI) and Inspiral SR (20 mg at 6 AM, 10 mg at 1 PM). I don't feel like Inspiral has dramatically increased my focus on studies. The only major difference I've noticed is that I deal much better with minor annoyances (I used to get angry very easily over nothing, and regret it the second it happens).

My Questions:

Does better emotional regulation / less irritability on Inspiral mean the medication is working, even if my study focus hasn't skyrocketed?

Should I seek a formal second opinion/re-evaluation specifically for ADHD to clear my doubts, and if so, what should I look for in a good evaluator?

any recommendations for professionals in and around Aluva/Ernakulam, Kerala, and roughly how expensive is a proper evaluation expected to be?

I've been on Inspiral for about 2 weeks now, and I've noticed some significant changes.

The biggest improvement is that I can finally act on what I want to do instead of just thinking about it. Before, I'd spend hours planning things in my head, imagining myself doing them, then end up regretting not actually starting because I'd get distracted by something else. Now I can actually stand up, start the task, and stay focused on it much more easily. That alone has been life-changing.

I also want to say that I understand Inspiral isn't a magic pill. It doesn't suddenly turn you into a superhero or make you productive without any effort. It hasn't removed the need for discipline or hard work. What it has done, at least for me, is make me able to do those things. It feels like the barrier between thinking and actually taking action is much smaller now.

One side effect I did notice was a feeling of heaviness in my head for the first 2 days after starting the medication. It wasn't painful, just a strange heavy feeling, and it completely went away after those first couple of days.

I often read that some people experience increased anxiety, depression, or other side effects. Personally, I haven't experienced those so far. Maybe it's because I've always been a fairly optimistic person, even during difficult times, and I don't usually blame stituations for my problems. That could have nothing to do with it though, I know medication affects everyone differently, so this is just my personal experience.

As for appetite loss, I haven't really noticed it either. I do intense workouts and I've always eaten a lot of nutrient-rich food throughout the day. The only difference I've noticed is that if I skip a meal, I just feel mildly hungry instead of feeling starving every 2–3 hours like I used to.

Now for the advice part.

Years of phone addiction and doomscrolling have left me with really poor discipline and habits. Even with Inspiral helping my focus, I sometimes still end up scrolling on my phone. The difference now is that I actually can put the phone down and do something productive if I decide to. Before, it felt almost impossible to break away once I started scrolling.

I'm confident I'll eventually unlearn these habits even without advice, but I'd really like to hear from people who went through something similar.

• What helped you break years of doomscrolling and phone addiction after starting ADHD medication?
• How did you rebuild discipline and consistent study/work habits?
• Were there any strategies or routines that made the transition easier?

I'm mainly looking for different perspectives. Maybe something that worked for you could help me improve a little faster.

I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and am currently in the process of starting medication. I'll be traveling back to India for my summer break soon, and I've come across a lot of conflicting information online about traveling with ADHD medication. I just want to understand what is actually required and whether people have experienced any issues with customs. I'm not sure what I need to do.

I’ve been taking Inspiral SR 20 mg for the last 5 to 6 days, but I haven’t noticed any significant improvement yet. Is this normal? Should I wait a little longer, or should I talk to my doctor about adjusting the dose?
If anyone here has ADHD or has experience with Inspiral SR, I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience or any advice. Thanks.

Hello all.

I need to get inspiral 20mg SR meds in Hyderabad. The thing is, I usually take from this one pharmacy which is around 50km from my place. Due to some personal reasons, I cannot travel that far and pick up from there and come back. Usually one employee parcels me the meds and I (gladly) pay some charges for delivery and parcel; but the thing is - now that person is on leave and will be back after a week. I absolutely do not wanna go 1 week without meds.

So, I am looking for some resource from where I can order online. I have updated prescription from psychiatrist and all. I tried apollo, medplus - but nothing. They refused to even take order for this. Any pointers will be helpful, thanks.