10 Common ADHD Symptoms in Adults (with real-life examples)

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✨ Chapters:
0:43 Difficulty staying organized
1:06 Being easily distracted
1:31 Impulsiveness
2:02 Difficulty focusing
2:26 Forgetfulness
2:57 Lack of time awareness
3:30 Finding it difficult to relax
4:05 Struggling to stay motivated
4:35 Making mistakes
4:59 Hyperfocus
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After years of questioning, therapy, burnouts and chaotic career path changes I finally understood why I was struggling with so many things.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects people of all ages. ADHD can significantly impact one's personal and professional life. In this video, we will be discussing 10 common symptoms of Adult ADHD that can help you recognize if you or someone you know may be experiencing this disorder.
One of the hallmark symptoms of ADHD is difficulty with attention and concentration. You may find yourself getting distracted easily, having trouble focusing on tasks, and frequently losing or misplacing items. In addition, you may struggle with organization, time management, and completing tasks on time. These symptoms can lead to a feeling of overwhelm and frustration, making it difficult to manage daily responsibilities.
Impulsiveness is another common symptom of ADHD that can cause problems in personal and professional relationships. This can manifest as interrupting others during conversations, making impulsive decisions, and difficulty waiting for one's turn.
Additionally, forgetfulness is a symptom that can be frustrating, as it can lead to missed appointments, forgetfulness of important details, and difficulty recalling things.
Hyperactivity is a common symptom of ADHD that can manifest in various ways in adults. It can manifest as feeling constantly restless or fidgety, difficulty sitting still, and being always "on the go." This symptom can make it challenging to relax or feel calm, leading to feelings of anxiety or stress.
On the other hand, some people with ADHD may experience periods of intense focus or hyperfocus, which is not an official symptom of ADHD. Hyperfocus is when a person with ADHD becomes completely absorbed in a task or activity that they find interesting or enjoyable. This intense focus can lead to losing track of time and neglecting other responsibilities.
While the symptoms of ADHD may seem overwhelming, it's important to remember that help is available. There are strategies and techniques you can learn to manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life. However, it's important to note that this list of symptoms cannot be used as a diagnostic tool, and seeking professional assessment is essential if you suspect you have ADHD.
In conclusion, recognizing the symptoms of ADHD is an essential first step in managing this disorder. Remember to be kind to yourself and seek professional help if you suspect you have ADHD. With the right support and strategies, you can overcome the challenges of ADHD and lead a fulfilling life.

[@theminiadhdcoach]

What symptom do you experience the most 👀?

[@ayafrnndz28]

I had ADHD since I was a little baby, I've been fighting this disorder and struggles too much that i had anxiety/mental disorder or sometimes i disorganized my things and it was so hard and forgetting the thing that i needed to heal myself

[@maestaRz]

Every one of them. I guess I should see a professionnal for a diagnosis.

[@jameshamilton5902]

All of them

[@abelstrootmann5640]

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[@Nicole-fb6fr]

WOW! I have all of the above! I'm seeing my doctor next week for a follow up appointment. This explains the story of my life!

[@unqualifiedprofessortanuki1757]

The constant battle of being extremely focused versus incapable of focusing

[@hiramalik3818]

Wow what a description. That's how I m feeling

[@saravana3148]

Fellow ADHD wanderers here are the time stamps 1. Difficulty staying organized 0:44 2. Easily distracted 1:07 3. Impulsiveness 1:33 4. Difficulty focusing 2:02 5. Forgetfulness 2:27 6. Time blindness 2:58 7. Difficult to relax 3:31 8. Motivation struggle 4:06 9. Making mistakes 4:35 10. Hyperfocus 5:00

[@frencerenniermendoza5047]

Dang.10/10

[@abandonMe299]

time blindness is worse for me

[@saravana3148]

@@abandonMe299 object permanence for me, it really sucks

[@gracey5617]

Did anyone else have to rewind 20 times because you kept zoning out 😭 this video took me 30 minutes to watch hahaha

[@Lilyium]

Yes 😢

[@jamest8158]

I lost focus on the "focus" part. That was maddening! Had to rewind back.

[@kewlnibba]

yeah idk why this video is so hard to watch

[@bystandersarah]

This happens to me all the time. At the same time I will catch myself trying to play music, a podcast and have the tv on all at the same time. It’s bizarre 😅

[@ruvoodoo4862]

😂😂😂 Sad isn't it! Now I need to rewind because I'm posting a comment instead of watching the video first 😂😂😂

[@extraspace8475]

I do not have ADHD, but my "third eye" has just opened and I have seen and realised what people with it walkthrough in life. I feel for them, and will understand them from now on.

[@JHgth68]

What opened your third eye?

[@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU]

Psilocybin saved my life. I was addicted to heroin for 15 years and after Psilocybin treatment I will be 3 years clean in September. I have zero cravings. This is something that truly needs to be more broadly used in addiction treatment.

[@Jennifer-bw7ku]

A lot of people have testified about this and I really want to give it a shot. I put so much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels

[@elizabethwilliams6651]

The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well

[@patriaciasmith3499]

Shrooms was the best trip I had. It was an amazing experience.

[@patriaciasmith3499]

@@elizabethwilliams6651Dr.spores is the best, he's been my supplier for anything psychedelics.

[@kadelouis9943]

All these comments in a span of 1 hour

[@opalchip340]

I am undiagnosed but am pursuing a diagnosis as I strongly believe I have ADHD due to having a vast number of its symptoms, and how detrimental and almost crippling they've become to me as of beginning my adult life the past few years (which is what formally makes something a disorder). I decided to make this video a game of Put a Finger Down, and ended the video with all 10 fingers down. I'm certainly not surprised in the slightest...

[@SimonGKing-hv2cc]

U prob❤ got i❤t man. ❤like me I got all the types. aits hard failing school and not caring bout the novel's n tasks.serious. nah if it db U have ADHD. If it smart and fail U have ADHD. If it a brat who hits the other kids and gets popular for it ADHD. If your "smart but lazy" ❤ / U got adhd. 20m/day

[@opalchip340]

@Simon G King Yeah the losing interest in things when the novelty factor wears off (or when they prove to be more intricate than I initially anticipated) and the "smart/talented/high potential but lazy" aspects of it really do hit home really hard for me. I've noticed that since I was a little kid, I've had the bad habit of starting things but not finishing them. Drawings, books, games, series/cartoons, new self-improving habits, new hobbies and strong interests/obsessions (which I've had PLENTY of throughout my life), chores, projects, financial endeavours, new skills, etc. It's so embarrassing how many hobbies, skills and projects I've started with so much hunger and hyperfocus, and then dropped not long after for no valid reason at all. It's gotten to the point where it's affected me financially, as I've invested money into buying things for said hobbies and projects, even paying for pricey courses, etc but never finished them and ended up losing/wasting the money invested in the process. Then I'm just stuck with a graveyard of unfinished projects and dreams just laying around the house to add onto the feeling of shame. But I can never get rid of them because in my mind I'll return to them one day, despite how unrealistic that truly is. It truly sucks man. 😓 Oh and btw, I'm a woman but don't worry, I'm not offended that you called me "man" because you had no way of knowing 😄

[@SimonGKing-hv2cc]

@@opalchip340 sword bro 5mg

[@opalchip340]

@Simon G King sorry what is that? Is that the name of some ADHD medicine? 😅

[@acrophis]

​@Simon G King sword bro i love scimitar

[@cristobalrojas7785]

I had to rewatch this like 3 times, because i got distracted, eventho this is very important for me

[@linaway76]

Yup, same here, I tuned out at symptom 3 🙄

[@emmanuellankrumah6750]

me toooo

[@liwaywaybartolome8607]

I'm not diagnosed with ADHD, but these are very relatable

[@Kierutale]

nah same :skull:

[@EddAteMyBacon]

Not all doctors are right

[@Kierutale]

@@EddAteMyBacon I haven’t even gotten a diagnosis yet-

[@shellshock3908]

Not diagnosed Yet

[@MommyToldMeImSpecial]

​@@EddAteMyBacon 14 year old girl

[@lra1095]

It's kinda funny how the type of voice this video's narrator has is the kind of thing that really triggers my ADHD. Something about the overly calm gaspy tone to it just makes it really hard to focus, sorta gets me jumpy and puts me on edge, and makes it harder to internalize what is being said. I had occasional teachers and a former therapist who had a voice like this, and it made it an extra struggle.

[@chrissyjoy08]

I was wondering if there was anyone else but me struggling with that. Her voice is sooooooo distracting and even makes my skin crawl, the way other things I have sensory issues with do, such as vibrations or microfiber for example.

[@Drak_Thedp]

I just x2 any slow speaking youtube video. Sadly, there's no x3 or x4 speed...

[@user-caramelly]

4:17 oh that's right ! I can be highly motivated but at some point i just hate what I'm doing and decide to stop it without thinking of the consequences

[@jjn6914]

Been binging ADHD materials since my therapist suggested we explore my ADHD tendencies, which have occurred since childhood. I feel almost vindicated that I'm not dumb or incompetent at my job or in school (albeit on paper, I'm high-achieving), but I could have a biological/medical reason as to why I procrastinate at every task or project that's boring or uninteresting, and why I struggle with minutiae, especially making careless mistakes.

[@sathyabhi4315]

I am new to this.Can you suggest that how can I confirm that i got ADHD or not ?

[@jaroslavstastny4400]

I’m very glad you included the hyperfocus. This symptom is often neglected and particularly hard to understand to many people (mostly because its counterintuitivity), but at least for me personally, it is one of the symptoms that causes me the most struggle in daily life.

[@kingskid5130]

Lost items that i dont really need right now that i know will turn up soon enough takes up most of my day.

[@Flopsi80]

My hyperfocus saved me. Because of it I could get a very good grade for my master of arts. When I was 17 I had no graduation at all, but then I went to evening school and got all the graduations to go to college. And now I am a freelancer doing creative stuff. And again my hyperfocus is helping me so much to get the best results that my clients love. So I know hyperfocus can be the best thing.

[@effervescentrelief]

What most don't get about hyperfocus is it may not even be on something special. It might just be reading the news, or reading up on a new gadget, or cooking, or any activity. Many people think that getting hyperfocused only applies to enjoyable activities and that's not true.

[@johnroekoek9864]

When I place her full name this comment will be removed. Her last name is marks, het first name is tracey. She is a professional with the best advice for brains as us. Short videos. Look her up. She made multiple videos about ADHD.

[@Drak_Thedp]

​@@effervescentrelief Actually, it differs, however for me hyperfocus only works on things I'm really excited about.

[@MH-bz4zd]

I was diagnosed at the age of 42. I had been misdiagnosed as Bi-Polar. My therapist asked me what medication I took for my ADHD. I said for my what? She said please tell me that at sometime in your life that your have been diagnosed with ADHD... I said I have not ADHD she said yeah you got it bad I'm really surprised nobody had diagnosed you before. She prescribed me ADHD Meds and it's like my life has taken a COMPLETE 180°... I'm soooooooooo much happier and am now able to focus and get things done!

[@woohunter1]

I’m curious as to what the meds do? Sound like they are helping which is great, just wondering if there’s any side effects.

[@jasminrodriguez5513]

I’m very curious too!

[@MH-bz4zd]

There aren't really any side effects now. But when I was adjusting to the meds my body was slightly confused because I'm used to being in go mode non-stop, I had been sleep deprived and that made me pass out when I took the meds. I told my doctor that I thought they were supposed to keep me up, but the doctor said if you're asleep deprived, they will make you sleep. That's about it for my side effects, I try to make sure over gotten sleep now before taking them.

[@stevejameson9324]

What is the name of the medication 💊?

[@MH-bz4zd]

Adderall... It's been life changing... Basically speeds up my body to match my brains speed. It signals my brain & body that everything is okay by helping me to focus and to be productive...

[@effervescentrelief]

One area I have excelled at (to the point of being somewhat overboard at times) is not being late to something. It's more of an anxiety thing and I'm prone to forget all sorts of stuff, but I make it a point to remember when to be somewhere, but with that I wind up scheduling far too much time to travel and get there which often leaves me hanging around for a good while until the appointment. My wife constantly reminds me of this and to chill out, but I'm just so fearful of not making it on time and having to deal with whatever consequences there are (definitely a fear and anxiety component there). And I will avoid starting things so as to not get tied up as I want to make sure I am able to leave to be on time. I do have time blindness in many other ways, but I'm never late.

[@krispysox]

Diagnosed at 52 and it's hard to explain what a relief it is to know. I just felt totally separate and alone for 52 years.

[@B4NGCH4NL0V3R]

as a 14 year old that is not diagnosed with ADHD, a lot of people think i have ADHD so ive been looking at symptoms and learning about it, ive realized i do have a lot of the symptoms, i will be seeing a doctor asap. but id just like to thank you because your channel has helped me learn about ADHD

[@HighBeanz]

As a guy in the same position, how did you approach your parents about it?

[@AK-yl5ve]

I’m in the same position but I’m kind of scared, I just don’t know how to bring it up to my parents. Any advice? Also I love your name

[@HighBeanz]

@@AK-yl5ve 😔 the struggle is real

[@realitypreferred7084]

You have perfectly described me. I am diagnosed. I'm 58 years old and therapy has helped. I have had a tremendous change in my life since starting therapy.

[@swegchikinaye6574]

not me losing focus during #4... note: been diagnosed for almost 3 years now.. but i still find it comfortable to watch these kinds of content whenever i feel frustrated at myself...

[@CrimsonKage]

It's amazing how you can cope with some of these when you've had ADHD for a long time. I've been diagnosed since I was 8 (at least) and I have habits now, for example, to accommodate the disorganization, I've got special places on my desk, or certain pockets for my daily items such as keys, wallet, phone, etc that cannot change. Then when I leave the house, I have to count the items in my pocket and do a little ritual song out-loud, 'keys, comb, lens cloth, phone, wallet, mask', and if someone talks to me or rushes me out the door before I'm late, I end up leaving the house in a right huff. (Anyone with ADHD family members, DO NOT rush them when they are trying to remember things, they confuse easily and will just have to turn the car around to come back then REALLY be late). Also, relying on hyperfocus, you can't control it, but I have found that if I open the programs, scripts, video editor etc on my PC and force myself to re-read a script, EVENTUALLY the hyperfocus may click in the direction you want. Doesn't stop me from losing control and converting a quick dog-mess cleanup into a soak-up, wipe, bristle brush scrub, furniture rearrange, tile steam clean, dog bed wash, dog wash and furniture rebuild when I have an unrelated deadline to meet, though.

[@23respectme]

Sounds amazing to this late diagnosed adult. At 38 I'm struggling to create coping mechanisms. I do ride the wave of hyperfocus a lot but I am always dead tired for days to weeks afterward.

[@CrimsonKage]

@@23respectme Oof, I did that back when I worked (terminated awhile back and trying the KZbin thing) but I used to go to my shift and pass out in my chair as soon as I got home. That tapered off after work ended, so I assume it was just the workload rather than ADD, though the meds might have masked it until they ran out at home.

[@arorabora]

I can relate! I was diagnosed in the 4th grade and was on meds for a little while, but my parents took me off of them because my behavior changed and it kinda scared them. Plus I had an allergic reaction to the patches. Haven't been on meds for it since, but I've found good ways to cope and keep my life organized. I mark down important dates asap on my calendar as well as my work schedule. I set reminders and alarms before I have to go do something important. I have notepads and pens around the house so I can make lists for shopping, tasks, and especially on hand for when I'm in an important phone call and may need to jot something down quickly. I also can't remember my passwords and usernames by heart, so I have them all written down and kept safe in one place for when I need them. I still struggle here and there of course, but I'm pretty proud of myself for staying as organized as I am. If only my child-self could see me now!

[@loveneivs]

it is so sad that almost every symptom can cause relationship issues. I think other people should also make an effort to understand us and not making us feel guilty for being the way we are (this applies to everything, not just adhd. I think we're lacking of empathy these days)

[@SaRa-rc6sc]

All the above from very young age . Learned many ways to keep myself organized 55 years now I have learned to keep my life as simple as possible. Dealing with the depression & anxiety. Not easy however just being honest with people helps me understand were I will be safe and understood in work environment etc. Keeping a small social circle helps . This video is helpful especially considering many people go many years without getting a solid diagnosis really important for self care and self esteem. 💛✌️Thank You

[@butterscotch1484]

nice to see another upload :) both educational and relatable as always x) 0:23 i think thats an important point which gets often brushed over

[@PuerileAccismus]

I recently have been researching adhd symptoms and will be seeing a doctor soon. I have a feeling I may have inattentive adhd because some of my family members have adhd, and people Ive talked to who have diagnosed ADHD have said that I probably have it too. Plus, autistic people often have adhd as well (I’m autistic). These videos have been helpful for me to understand both myself and others who may have adhd.

[@w0nuluvx_602]

As a 13 year old Im diagnosed with ADHD i cant focus on anything,even at school and all of the 10 things youve mentioned in this video i rlly needed this video tysm for sharing this video with us❤❤my teacher also had ADHD

[@BriannaGlenn7]

I am currently 23 and have been diagnosed since I was 9 years old and I’ll tell you if you’re not educated on how to accommodate being neurodivergent then it’s very similar to being undiagnosed….hard to fix a problem if you don’t know how. I would suggest workbooks that you can do from time to time to help you appreciate and love yourself for who you are. We are not malfunctioning parts that need to be fixed just live life differently is all.

[@donnerblitzen1388]

I am going to mention that many people who deal with addiction also suffer with ADHD as well. I know, I’m a recovering addict myself who fits 9 of the 10 criteria here. I also have depression and anxiety, epilepsy too. So, I have things to talk about with either my therapist or my neurologist. Contrary to other people’s comments, mental health is important to maintain.

[@kael1821]

Just found your channel by accident, it's SOOOOO well explained and EXACTLY what I needed to understand my lil adhd brain. Thank you so much and please keep doing your amazing work!

[@wendyhannan2454]

It’s spot on, I answered 10 /10 Thank you .

[@5canwalk]

I got diagnosed with ADHD and mild anxiety just this month at age 52. There is relief and loss. Glad we have a community here.❤🎉

[@twitchster77]

Lack of motivation even includes really fun things. When I wasn't medicated, I had to be really hyped up to do something or else it was like climbing a mountain or running through knee high mud to get me to do it. I've dropped so many hobbies over the years...hobbies that meant the absolute world to me while I was hyped up about them.

[@jameshamilton5902]

I know i need to be accountable, but how have i gone 28 years without knowing this is one of the main sources of why life as an adult has been so hard for me. Ironic that a kid with a parent with a major in child development went undiagnosed for so long

[@JanetteFay]

Yeah for years the Doctors told me l had PMT!!! 😜 but l have realised throughout my life ADHD people are truly Blessed! They cannot be controlled!! They have a mind of there own! They don’t fit into the Matrix! Have other Great attributes! ADHD people! are in a class of there own!! These are the Positive Sides, which out weigh the Negative 👎 it’s just Great that Now we have a Diagnosis! Be Kind to yourself!! 🌹🙋🏼‍♀️🇬🇧

[@madrazz8888]

I have all of these, pretty much. Not diagnosed, but it runs in the family. I thought I didn't have forgetfulness, but I've already been compensating for that. Repeating things people say right after so I don't forget and writing everything down, like bills. About focus, that purely depends on my interest. I've always had this, that when I'm not interested, I can't get myself to absorb the information (exams were hell that way). But I can spend days and days working on my interests, which tends to shift to another one after a few months.

[@gloriarabanal7286]

ty for posting this. I have ADHD and sometimes it's sooo hard to voice what's going on in my brain

[@rhiannhywel7403]

I was diagnosed as ADHD-Inattentive a few months ago, and to be honest I'm still struggling to accept it, like I can't seem to accept it in myself but at the same time it answers some things about me. Sometimes I watch videos like these but I'm not sure if I'm looking for something to prove me right or wrong and I don't really know which one I want

[@randomhk8634]

Watching this video helped me help my students with ADHD.

[@stefyguereschi]

THANK FOR CLEAR EXPLANATION 💥

[@Daavrr]

Lack of time awareness and being unable to focus. Story of my life. I really need to start overestimating time and follow the playlist suggestion.

[@railwayadventures266]

I'm on the waiting list to be tested for ADHD but I am 100 per cent certain I have it and probably had most of my life... it explains so much and all of those symptoms I have... 😢

[@SimonGKing-hv2cc]

Just tell em the truth man that youve read about it to explain possible difficulties in your history or behaviour and yeah it deserves a look. Tell em heaps of what you have read gives at worst a practicable way Forward Don't settle for you can achieve anything if you try your best ifya brain based on history shows otherwise.

[@jamlemon]

Watching this again after getting my diagnosis a few days ago!

[@a_921]

Good video. It's sad that there is still a negative stigma to ADHD. I once told one of my friends that I suspected he had ADHD... he got SO mad at me! as if I had insulted him. :/ Maybe people still think it just means "kid who gets angry easily"? :( To all those who have been treated as if the diagnosis (or the symptoms) make you bad or stupid. Remember the words of Aibeleen (The Help, Kathryn Stockett.): "You is kind. You is smart. You is beautiful"

[@vladislavkaras491]

Thanks for the video!

[@susivioletta7600]

Not me realizing I completely zoned out till the video was half done🙃😂 I am not diagnosed but lately I have a growing suspicion… it would make a lot of sense

[@mthano]

as an adult with adhd, I have had hyperfocus since 13 years old, maybe younger as it went undiagnosed until I was an adult. I can work days and nights in projects sometimes for 9-10 days consecutively with little rest. It is exhausting the body but I am under treatment and have to make a pact with my psychiatrist to go to bed before 1 am, unless I need to finish projects. The by-products are an excellence in many achievements and unbelievable track records of success in whatever need no human interaction.

[@recetassuculentaspostresin5833]

I get what you're trying to do here, and thank you for that. But not every ADHD person will solve their issues with calendars, schedules and alarms. We have problems remembering to set the alarm, we lose interest in the agenda no matter how pretty or easy to access. This video just places the ADHD as an easy solving issue instead of making aware others of how difficult it's to live with it. I will appreciate if when making videos you research farther than Google common symptoms for ADHD. For more information there are several KZbin channels run by ADHDers. Thank you!

[@MelloAzz2310]

And the cool power we have that lets us picture what ever we think about 😵‍💫

[@user-caramelly]

2:31 i always forget things .. that's just a daily struggle .. and that's when i feel different from others .. but i still use constant alarms that reminds me of things that i have to do .. otherwise I can forget about important stuff and get in trouble

[@bibbedyboo3532]

My school told my parents I had it early. Impulsiveness was a big thing and focus. Trouble with phone reminders is remembering to put reminders in without getting distracted, or constantly losing my phone and being to stressed with brain noise to find it. I have trained myself to recall via writing and actually have an excellent long term memory, its short term that is an issue and this makes it seem solvable or easy to live with, but its very draining and at times impossible to think in small steps.

[@bibbedyboo3532]

Self esteem takes such a hit over time because you just cant excellerate long term at anything, have difficulty growing up. Im 39 and always was told I was just dumb and lazy, not true. Ive learned im smarter than your average bear, and over exert myself daily to the point i completely forget to look after myself. The stigma and knowledge of ADHD was so strong in the nineties and pre 90's that my parents chose to blame me instead of get help, the damage by this point was done and long term. It runs on my mothers side of the family, so she was and has been ashamed of me my whole life. Our relationship now, is ruined.

[@bibbedyboo3532]

I meant the stigma was strong "ADHD kids are bad" and the knowledge was scant. I tried ritalin once years ago and realised I could have and still will achieve far greater than anyone who kicked me down

[@thekathrynwest]

I'm super unorganized and planners and calenders do almost nothing for me. I have a calendar at work on my desk where I write down doctor's appointments and birthdays more for my coworkers. It helps them if I don't get to work and they don't know why, if it's on my calendar I may have told them and forgot to remind them. Plus I work with teenagers who have grown up in the foster care system and some of them don't handle not knowing where their people are, so it also helps them if they know what's going on, plus they like getting their birthdays and important dates on my calendar, it makes them feel important

[@Museque_421]

I’m not sure if I’m having ADHD, though I really did got all the symptoms 😢😅

[@odayp]

I experienced all of this growing up, I thought the usual things I do ever since was normal. Until I realize some things I did was bothering me when I become an adult and have researched about ADHD. I’m still undiagnosed because it’s expensive to get a treatment here.. I’m struggling so bad.

[@twitchster77]

01:01 lol I once spent over a week hyper focusing on planners and ended up spending a TON of money on one with a bunch of cool extra inserts and tapes and stuff for it. Got it in the mail, used it for less than a week before I got bored of it haha. I still have it somewhere...at least I have a really cool planner! :D

[@mayramarmolejo4915]

I resonated with all symptoms😭🤞

[@non6129]

I got very emotional watching this video everytime i come across something about adhd ..... I feel so bad about myselh how i was struggling how i was dealing with overwhelm constantly for the simplest thing ... How it was hard for me , my heart aches and breaks for everything i went through.....and still going through....

[@drikadrika8257]

Great Vídeo! Thank u❤

[@twitchster77]

Lack of time awareness... And it's like I never seem to learn. Time after time I under/over estimate. I've gotten a heck of a lot better at this over the years. especially after getting put on meds...but still, this is a big struggle of mine and I think it frustrates some people (I don't blame them!). But I'm not really a 'late' person anymore...I'm usually able to get to places on time now...I'm just a "exactly on time' kind of person now. I use to be late so often though that the stress would make me sick and it'd just compound everything. I'd be running late, and then my stomach would knot up, so then I'd have to use the bathroom, but by that point I was super late so I just wouldn't show up at all >.

[@fatimaabdool7529]

Awesome....I read the messages and did some colouring in while listening... couldn't focus on watching

[@sajidrebellious7296]

I do experience almost all the symptoms but still I am not sure cause i have not been able to visit doctor because of financial issues and my society is a whole different world it doesn't even know about such issues. Since childhood i have always struggled in every aspect of my life . I will mention some Like not being able to control my emotions . I'm 23 i can't ride a bicycle one reason i know for sure is fear but other reasons are related to focus and and shifting focus from one thing to another. I can't multitask at all and sadly I m helpless first of all I will have to earn then dealing with issues but even earning is hardest thing for me. If you read it tell the end and tolerate my poor English. I am thankful to you❤

[@milanaisms]

some of these symptoms have overlap with social media dependency and mineral deficiencies; ADHD disrupts your life in major ways so if these things only cause minor issues but nothing that harms your livelihood, you may have some other issue that can be remedied.

[@SmallLikeAFox]

Exactly! I feel like maybe some of the people saying it’s reliable, “I have all the symptoms I think I may have ADHD” might not understand to the extent how major these symptoms are or how damaging ADHD really is. The symptoms listed aren’t even the worse ones.

[@imitationsofmyself]

I was misdiagnosed with ADHD as a child. Apparently, in the 90s only boys got autism diagnosis and girls got ADHD misdiagnosis. I went in for adult autism testing two weeks ago and part of my testing was to rule out ADHD. The psychologist said some of the symptoms overlap which makes the ADHD misdiagnosis make sense now.

[@Imnotsure762]

It’s common to have both

[@imitationsofmyself]

@@Imnotsure762 I was tested for ADHD along with my autism test and there was no traits of ADHD. I was solely autistic but you are right!

[@Dancestar1981]

You can have both I have both

[@levirouse501]

I had to rewatch the “easily distracted” part because i got distracted. 😮

[@Mossboss44]

Crazy how on point this video was smh.

[@recordlabeldao7820]

Im 25 been diagnosed with combined adhd at age 6 and stil used meds for it till this day

[@katielarsen2630]

I've always started school in the morning and then worked in the afternoon or evening (when I'm exhausted), but I think I'm going to start working in the mornings instead, even though I'm not usually able to wake up before my kids. Even getting a few minutes of work done before school makes me feel less rushed and "behind"

[@cranma0125]

I very much relate to 8 out of these ten. If making mistakes is one of the criteria for an ADHD diagnosis, then what happens if I experience almost everything else, but that one thing not as much?

[@cherriberri8373]

Some people with ADHD are able to work harder through the symptoms to "function normally", or appear to at least. It's much more important if you think you might have ADHD to see a doctor and get the concern heard by a professional

[@black5170]

As an adult I am very hyperactive when I get excited and I'm not talking about happy excited I just get really aggressive and hyperactive and then I have very little patience an extreme poor concentration and I really can't control my emotions

[@user-caramelly]

1:17 the thing is I can force my self while studying and stay focused for a long period .. but when someone is telling me a story , I found it really hard so i constantly aske for repetition .. but in case I'm afraid of the reaction I can get i just pretend understanding bur it's very awkward

[@l1berowastaken648]

The fact that in more than the half of the video i was zoned out

[@Shah66666]

Thanks ma’am

[@Soul_panda3]

I'm now hyper focused on ADHD, I was constantly researching for it from last 1 hour 😅😂

[@mr.plasma.c3455]

Bro I have been researching/binge watching adhd content for atleast a full week

[@ramblingrahema2125]

I experience all of these except for 1 and 9...I thought I hated work and was a daydreamer lol. Time to look into this more

[@mikearisbrocken8507]

Don't say trackers help, it doesn't help everyone. I FORGET to check them and people at work or my therapist saying "use a tracker" is infuriating because I have tried to use trackers ALL my life and it just doesn't work. I have to do SOMETHING to force me to check it. People who are like me, if you have a tracker in excel, put it in the startup folder so it pops up when you start your PC. THIS MIGHT help you, it might not. Believe me it is frustrating because I even bought whiteboards to "check it" and never did properly.

[@vibingreverbs613]

I zoned out so many times watching it😭

[@Chemistryisart]

Oh my god i have those symptoms since for ever

[@raziashoaib3757]

Though I'm not diagnosed with ADHD but I have every similar symptoms like I'm always forgetting the due date like me forgetting my families birthdays (1 day before or after) though I'm aware of the event but forgetting on which day and I'm always get distracted by everything like if you tell me something important to do which gives me the profits and you tell me on which day I have to finish, you will be expected by "I'm sorry I was busy the following days" or "I didn't finish the work give me few more days". And this symtom was happening when I was selling bracelets to my school when i was a fifth grader and one student gave me lots of money and gave me a big order (probably 7 brackets ) and I wasted the money to buy more accessories and I didn't make it on time and I still owe him the money he gave to this day. What I'm trying to say is I have the same symptoms but never got checked by Doctor because who would give a fu-- I meant who would care so I never got checked by doctors because my family doesn't know and I don't tell because they would say "oh no need for this, it will be a waste of time and you are just being lazy that's it" so tell me do you think I have the symptoms or not cause I just found out a week ago so pls comment and bye (dang the comment I made is long) also I have a severe cases of PROCRASTINATING so does that make sense or not (T~T pls help)

[@lilyfoor7490]

Who else with ADHD having a hard time watching this to the end 😭

[@vickifarmer8752]

I have adhd and I’m on 100mg adhd medication. I’m a train wreck even the pills stop working. My doctor told me she didn’t know if pills would even help. they do for a while then it stops. I can’t sleep I’m up and down all nite. I move all nite in my sleep right along talking. I forget everything. Which drives me insane. I’ve tore my fingers to pieces. I would give anything to not have it. It’s so awful. I stubble over my words and forget what I’m about to say, because my mind wonders off to somewhere else.

[@DojaMatt]

My Hyperfocusing really helped me push through and graduate with a masters degree, i was leaving almost everything last minute including my dissertation but something just clicked for a solid 4 weeks and got myself over the line , i often wonder if i was actually able to focus and be organised would i have done better but i cant help it

[@Julii9989]

Hi, I struggle with diagnosed Depression and Anxiety, And im starting to think that I may also have ADHD, I mentioned this to my psychiatrist and now i need to do a test..

[@josegarza7719]

Racing mind is definitely me. I spent so many years in mental health. I’ve only ever been diagnosed with major depression. I left mental health treatment years ago since I felt pills didn’t help. I’m currently in the process of considering going back to services to get a rediagnosis of either autism or adhd. The reason is because I noticed I don’t socialize with people. I was an outcast in social situations a good percent of my life. I eat alone at work because my coworkers constantly bully me and talk shit. I take it so personal. I don’t know why I can’t loosen up. I can’t start a conversation worth shit and talk more than 5 minutes. I see others talk for long times and I wonder how they can do that lol. I want to have meaningful conversations but I lose interest sometimes half way. I talk too fast and move too fast and a coworker who just quit would tell me to slow down or chill. I believe I have another issue other than just depression that was left undiagnosed. I’m going back into treatment to see what it is. Oh and drugs are ruled out. I’ve been sober from alcohol for 7 years and 4 months, 3 months from cannabis, and I don’t drink coffee or energy drinks. Sometimes people at work joke I’m on meth because of how fast I move lol. I can’t tell but all this negativity they tell me makes me feel bad about my self but the saying in AA goes “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change (mental challenges) and courage to change the things I can (exercise for mental health, stop drugs for mental health, be around positive people etc) and the wisdom to know the difference.” Long rant lol

[@iamthefiremanjj]

Racing mind is anxiety

[@stevejameson9324]

I am really sorry to hear about your mental health condition . I am a professional counsellor, that works in a holistic approach, spirit , soul and body. I would like to congratulate you for overcoming your alcohol and drugs addiction. Those addictions would have opened spiritual doors which can affect your mental health. You mentioned earlier that you suffered with depression. I am wondering if your life has been absent from trauma in your infant development stages, or whether there is a inherited family predisposition for depression symptoms?

[@Lucas45567]

I was trying to do school work while listening to this and I had to start the video over 3 times cause I kept getting distracted

[@bakhodirjonkakhkharov344]

Who was diagnosed at very young are very lucky people. I got diagnosed at 28 and this is not easy now.

[@Takenhandle07]

What you mean

[@AldatraSam]

I've been trying to clean my room for days 😅

[@johnhoover8952]

When I was diagnosed back around 1979-1980, I remember my parents took me to a doctor visit and all I remember is afterwards sitting in the doctors office and the doctors telling my parents that I am just a slow learner. And than every school I went to after I would have to leave my regular class and go sit in a room with two to three other kids and work on worksheet packets for about an hour a day. I have no clue how that helped me in anyway I still did terribly in school no matter how hard I worked at it I'd mess something up so once I turned 18 I just dropped out of highschool because I had already been there four years and only had accumulated 10 credits and I think I needed 30 or more to graduate. I figured at that rate it would take me another eight years to get all those so I dropped out and got a job. Yeah so there was nothing done when I was diagnosed but they did not know much about ADHD back than they did not even have the name ADHD for it yet you were just labled as a slow learner.

[@slicedtopieces]

I know exactly what you're talking about. I repeated twice so I ended up graduating as a God damned 20 year old... 8 years later I'm still struggling to get life going. When I see people who have jobs and families and houses and say their ADHD is such a struggle, I hope people can excuse me when I'm less than impressed when I can't seem to even get a single foot on life's ladder.

[@stevejameson9324]

I hope your life has turned out great in-spite of your early challenges

[@hosanafernandes2433]

WHAT? How come i have all of those and didnt realize it could be a symptom of adhd. That explains so much...

[@Shaphat]

Ah, I wish I had been diagnosed when I was young. I always felt I had a problem but didn't understand why.

[@MetaFootballTV]

I went to specialists through the health service to be diagnosed ( or not ) and the result was inconclusive. Depending on my mood, I had it or not. This raised more questions than answers.

[@iamabitsketchy_2004]

i dont know what to say but that i have all of those syptoms, hopefully i will look into a doctor soon

[@crimsonrose2417]

I've been diagnosed with ADHD since preschool

[@PandaHead602]

I love hearing ppl talk I’m not forgetful at all but I never do my tasks this happen to me once I started using pill 💊 for. Pain and for. High on oxys my room dirty I have hard time sleeping and showering etc but that’s really it. but I always think a lot . But after the drugs I been clean 2015 I used for 7 years i never was same person again I hav no motivation I was put on lexapro and it hasn’t helped me

[@oddjob7821]

Got most of these indicators. Never been diagnosed though

[@asmr5912]

I couldn't even keep my focus on this video. I had to keep rewinding 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@NuhUh371]

It feels so bad knowing that even if i have adhd, i cant help myself cause theres no way my parents would believe me. I once told them about adhd and told them that i might have adhd but they didnt believe me. I never got diagnosed adhd but the symptoms are really relatable that gives me a strong feeling that i might have. I guess Ill have to find it on my own when ill be able to take care of myself.... until then, ill have to wait for that day to come...

[@asmrizzy1574]

same situation here

[@onelittledropintheocean]

I just realised I have ADHD at 52 yrs of age and now because of that, we are realising my 26 yr old son has it too as it's genetic. Don't let their ignorance stop you from exploring the truth about yourself because parents are ordinary people and therefore often wrong about the real truth about many things.

[@NuhUh371]

@@onelittledropintheocean i wish mine were that ordinary. They dont even wanna believe that i might have a psychological or whatever problem. They keep repeating the same thing that my child is healthy. Im not gonna say they dont care about me. They do. They works so hard for me sometimes i feel bad. But there are some things that they dont know and hard to make them believe. I once told my mom to take me to the doctor. And she did take me, i told the doctor that i might have adhd but i was so unfortunate that the doctor said i overthink too much. He said its happening because of my migraine. I struggle MOSTLY while im studying. I keep getting distracted. Its so annoying i wanna cry sometimes that why im like this. Whats my future if i keep doing the same thing. My academic results were always so bad. I can only focus on things i like. So at last, doctor told me to worry not. Its funny that my mom said that its the proof that im not ill. And when i came back home and my dad explained me theres nothing to worry about. The symptoms that just happen to me is just so annoying. Sometimes i feel like im just a teen and at this age, we do overthink due to certain changes in our brain chemistry but then, why am i struggling with the given symptoms as adhd?

[@onelittledropintheocean]

@@NuhUh371 It sounds like your parents are distracted also ... Distracted with paying the bills & providing basic needs in life and keeping up the facade of normal that seems so important ... Little do they know that meanwhile their children are not really having their emotional needs met. You sound very considerate of your parents, to the point of suffering in silence. Migraines are another ADHD sign by the way & I get them too. Being so emotionally driven (ADHD) can be exhausting, as can being unseen & unheard by your loved ones. Please keep persisting. The psychologist that noticed it in me has ADHD herself which would've helped her to see it in me. Parents don't know everything and neither do the doctors. What matters most is you because who is really listening to you & who really knows your heart? Only you. Be considerate of yourself, respect yourself & love yourself above all else ... Because people will always let you down without meaning to as we all have our own perspectives. As for the 'normal' teenager angst, well I don't believe that is health either, just because it's normal. That's how I didn't pick up on it with my own son.

[@NuhUh371]

@@onelittledropintheocean thank you so much. :) I really appreciate it.

[@shadowmystery5613]

Many kinds of help are available - I have to LOL hard at these statements when roughly 80% of these strategies are either forbidden or can get you fired at work, either by "acting strange" or having to disclose the reason why you do things in a certain way and in my country doing small breaks without the consent of your employer is a crime.

[@buddymacbuddington]

I never even thought i mught have this till my wife was diagnosed with it i thought I'd resarch it to see if i could help her with it only to realise ive probably had this all my life

[@Star_Jewel_Realm]

Interesting. When I was diagnosed, I had all these symptoms. My doctor prescribed ritalin (metaphenate). For awhile it worked. But after he retired and the medication stopped, these symptoms came back. Maybe it's time I talk to my family doctor again. 🤔

[@guppy0536]

Damn it got called out again. 😂😢😂 knew had this my whole life without a doc telling me. Officially wasnt told had this till my late 40's 55 now. Being told your lazy,screw up,whole life messes you up.

[@SidraFatima-js3bk]

I have experienced all this …but i dont think i have adhd …i just cant stay sill or focused …my teacher said its hard to understand me and she will tie me up just so that i can stay still

[@csiko_7900]

My attention actually drifted away in the middle of the video🥲 started thinking about other things then realized i was watching a video. I guess it kinda says it all

[@twixie__5651]

I can always hyperfocus on other things especially when i like to do something, my hobbies and what truly interests me but when it comes to studying, i get bored and snooze :/ need help. My mind wanders even if i do pomodoro.

[@rachaelw2988]

Same!!

[@djrockstar9398]

Same

[@m3kbeatz]

Isn't this normal for 99 percent of ppl?

[@mornevanheerden4742]

I'm 47 years old male 😢and all of what is been said in this video relate to what I experienced. It affect my relationship with my family in a negative way, als socialy and at work. I'm reaching out and ask what should I do to help myself?

[@stevejameson9324]

It sounds like you are able to hold down a job, which is a good indicator that with the right therapeutic support you could improve on the dynamics of your other relationships. I am a professional Counsellor