ADHD’s 8 Surprising Signs You Need To Know!

[@Katimorton]

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[@GabrielMartinez-tt5qq]

In honor of my late mother who loved southern food. Today is the anniversary of her passing. We have mixed some of her ashes with the fried chicken batter for a memorial dinner tonight.

[@aBitSaltyRN]

Katie, these are spot on. If I may make a suggestion, what would be really helpful is going further in depth to show how ADHD symptoms tie together for a full picture perspective and the detrimental impact it has on getting tasks accomplished. As well as the effort that goes in to cope or overcome. For example, while stuck in Waiting Mode, the paralysis to get other things done during that time is fueled by time blindness (not knowing how long something will take to complete) combined with the excruciating effort to pull ourselves away from a task once we've finally got our brains locked in to do it and get it done. It's a vicious cycle that feels impossible to break, at least for me. The vast majority of ADHD videos simply list the symptoms, not how they actually tie together and overlap, which is what makes everything perpetually hard and exhausting.

[@tiptapkey]

I laughed out loud at #5 saying no because I'm really such a generous person who wants to help, but until I take a minute to truly process what a task might entail, almost everything feels like SO MUCH effort.

[@kreasiw]

I thought I was a selfish person. But once I thought about it I'd do the right and kind thing. So good to understand the reasons. Gives me a little more self compassion. 😊

[@SnickerDoodleBug05]

I don't have ADHD and am just watching this for fun but I can relate. I hate making pb and js cause they feel like they take so much effort

[@karmacat68]

OMG....you hit the nail on the head....I get it, I do it too

[@recoveringsoul755]

For me I like helping other people. And I'll usually drop everything to help them. Plus, helping someone else lets me avoid the unpleasant stuff that I am supposed to be doing At least it's a change of scenery

[@nikkikoz4720]

Every time I see a video on ADHD, I'm like at least 90% check marks. Sleep procrastination is the story of my life and so frustrating

[@ggram0551]

100% here, really frustrating. I feel that I am my diagnosis exclusively.

[@recoveringsoul755]

At one job in my 20's a coworker complained that they couldn't trust me because I was often late for work. (This person was living in some kind of halfway house and only allowed to leave for work, strict curfews etc. Drug problems I think, but sure, they think I am the untrustworthy one. ). Anyway I got another coworker to agree to give me a wake up call every morning. And knowing I would get the call motivated me to try to wake up before the call so I wouldn't sound groggy and half asleep

[@notme-fy7xe]

The “oversalting food” caught me off guard 💀💀… my partner always says I like my food rly “flavourful” but also I remember my grandma always oversalting everything so Def know where it comes from now 😂

[@lbierman21]

I didn't realize I was gonna be attacked today 😂😂 me to a T

[@lw8882]

Watching this at 1:15AM with a headache from being up all day and then binge watching youtube before bed makes the one about procrastinating sleep hit home real hard.

[@raven4090]

I can totally relate to this! I've done that before.

[@jangabel4051]

Not that Late but still 00:23AM

[@katherineh.9379]

I've been going to bed relatively early, but not actually sleeping before around 3:30/4am. And I need a lot of sleep, so... that ✨sucks✨ 😅

[@raven4090]

@@katherineh.9379 That's how it is lots of times when I try go to bed early. It does suck.

[@IttyBitty412]

5 am for me 😂

[@kenrickbautista6141]

"Sleep procrastination", "impulsivity & risk taking" and "asking people to repeat themselves" are things I can relate to. I always think of myself as neurodivergent because I show signs and traits as well as the fact I spent my school years in the special ed program.

[@yarnpower]

I hope this comment helps others. I was not diagnosed until I was past 50 years old but found ways to sort of cope with some of my ADHD quirks. On the topic of listening, I practiced repeating every word the other person was saying, in my head. This kept me focused on the conversation, otherwise my thoughts are all over the place, like trying to herd cats! This only worked for me in one-on- one conversations or listening to a teacher or speaker. When studying I would use a similar technique. I would read aloud in my head and stop and summarize the information, writing it down into one sentence if possible. This turned it into a challenge which added a bit of fun! I think because of those techniques I always got ‘ A’s ‘. In a group situation, like at a party or wedding reception where lots of folks are talking I am completely overwhelmed and too distracted! I find myself spacing out a lot. Good luck to all fellow ADHDers in mastering coping techniques! And don’t forget to appreciate the gifts that come along with the difficulties.

[@ZNIR777]

IT HELPS. THANK YOU.

[@calestaiezu214]

I recently found out I might have ADHD because I was excessively tired all the time. I was even tested for narcolepsy, and all of my labs came back as normal. We tried a therapeutic dose of ADHD medication and it worked wonders. I was at my wits end trying to figure this out. It was affecting my life in so many ways.

[@karmacat68]

That's really interesting, also another thing you could look into is Sleep Apnea. It really can affect your fatigue levels.

[@calestaiezu214]

@@karmacat68 I was also tested for sleep apnea when I went in for the narcolepsy, and I didn’t have either. I would only stay in a very shallow sleep cycle. The doctor said I went into REM sleep for only a few minutes, then I would wake up and the cycle would repeat. I woke up something like 9 or more times. My brain just won’t shut off. :(

[@niharikasoni1976]

I struggle with extreme tiredness too, and I recently got diagnosed with adhd. But I struggle with hypersomnia as well. Sometimes sleeping 18 hours a day. It sucks. (My mom makes me feel like it’s my fault and I can control it if I wanted to. It has been so difficult I swear). Can I ask what medication helped you with your tiredness? I’m on dex right now and I can’t see that much difference, maybe I need a higher dose or something.

[@calestaiezu214]

@@niharikasoni1976 My PC prescribed Modafinil. I’m still trying to find something that works for me to help me sleep that doesn’t have the side effect of making me groggy all day. We’re trying hydroxyzine which is pretty much Benadryl, but so far no luck. I got a lot of crap from my family about how much I sleep. I’m finding that not everyone gets the same quality of sleep as others. When I started tracking my sleep with my Apple Watch, I was able to show my husband how often I woke up at night and how little sleep I actually get. I may be in bed for 12 hours, but I may have only spent 5 hours of that getting the restful sleep I need. I am also finding out that some people with ADHD have different circadian rhythms. Some people are up with the sun and very active during the mornings. Some people with ADHD are more active toward the afternoons or evenings and sleep better in the mornings. The way things are set up in our society and is normalized is geared toward people that have a certain type of circadian rhythm and punishes those that don’t. You shouldn’t be made to feel ashamed by how your body just naturally functions. I bring up me waking someone up at 1 in the morning and asking them to be fully functional. That’s essentially what is expected of us.

[@peterchuck4077]

At some age I resigned to my odd behaviors of misusing time, daydreaming in meetings, interrupting, looking for the smartest way to put something, starting and quitting hobbies followed by months of depression, “what’s the use” thoughts, and one to add to the list is trying to control how other people drive.

[@michaelthompson4949]

I thought this was common. Isn't that where the expression "backseat driver" comes from.

[@Pick-N-Sell]

I just recently (within the last year or so) discovered that I was ADHD and it has answered so many questions about me. Thanks for this video as I am still learning so much about myself and ADHD. The point about appointments is spot on, I never understood why I could not get much done when I had an appointment in the afternoon and now it makes sense. Thanks again!

[@katiescave]

watching at 3am as a chronic sleep procrastinator… The irony of having to rewind the video to hear #7 again because my mind wandered off and I missed what was said! 😂🫣

[@paulyberk]

In the book "Driven to Distraction" by Halowell and Ratey they have a chapter with a few pages of ADHD/ADD trends. Some of them are incredibly specific and amazingly accurate reflections of my own inner monologue. It's the strangest feeling that someone is literally in your head and reading your exact thoughts.

[@IncandescentFlame]

The salt thing explains SO MUCH about why my spouse has difficulty refraining from eating cheese. And why she's more depressed while on a whole foods diet (mostly uncooked cause convenience). Very big eureka there.

[@jennifer3962]

The salt thing is soo odd, but I 100% randomly crave salty food, especially once my adderall wears off toward the evening. Sugar, candy, bread, fruit, ect, will not satisfy the craving. I’m not even hungry, I just need that taste and texture. So strange.

[@Jedi120]

Many of these were quite surprising, and explained why I do things that I wasn’t aware of. Thank you for making this video!

[@Saraflowerk]

I don't have ADHD but #4 and #7 hit home for me. I feel so dysregulated when I'm interrupted in the middle of a task & I often miss what people say if I'm not totally focused on what they are saying. I heard them fine but my brain isn't focused on the detail of what they are saying. This puts into perspective how overwhelming ADHD must be for people. #8 is so interesting! That makes sense.

[@gabriella_z]

The oversalting one blew my mind!!! I’ve been doing that for yeaaaaars!!!! I check all the boxes and am confident I have undiagnosed ADHD🙈

[@jrr2045]

I have ADHD and I have done extensive research for several years learning about ADHD and additionally done in person courses about: ADHD, neurodevelopmental disorders in general, neuroscience etc. The sodium -dopamine connection is something I long suspected (because EVERYONE I know who has ADHD is seriously dependent on salty snacks to be able to worl or sit down and study) but never found any info or explanation for. So that was really cool to geet it confirmed: my adhd IS the cause of my constant salt-cravings. 😮

[@Matty-oc8db]

What’sthe opposite of sleep procrastination? My parents always laughed because they said I was the only baby they’d ever known who put himself to bed when he was tired, which has carried on through life. I love your channel, Kati!

[@kaymandy1]

Same!!! My mom said I always went to sleep when she put me to bed. Then starting as early as kindergarten I put myself to bed regularly.

[@Tilly236]

I'm literally sleep procrastinating right now 😄😴 I'm enjoying crocheting and listening to KZbin too much! When 'over salting food' came up, I literally gaped at the screen! I've always craved salt, even as a kid. That really blew my mind 🤯

[@gizmowashere]

I was surprised by the salt one but it actually makes a lot of sense!

[@Ma93nta174]

Though never diagnosed with ADHD officially I know I have it. Was diagnosed A.S in 2002 but after reading the book Asperger's children I prefer the term neurodiverse... Bipolar is the dark side to ADHD which I've also battled with along with chronic PTSD which I recovered from the worst of but took nearly 20 years... hyper vigilance of PTSD can mimic ADHD... pacing would be common. I still do this but generally slower with less anxiety nowadays... sound healing helped A LOT but it's still challenging. Impulsively spending, risk taking and sleep procrastination can also affect me... getting blue light glasses helps ease over stimulation from strip lights and blue light especially at night. Thankfully I have normal lighting in my room. A liking for salt I can also relate to but wasn't aware of it's link with dopamine. I take Abilify which although is a dopamine blocker, I heard the brain makes more dopamine receptors to make up for that.

[@jennykathe5789]

My therapist just recently mentioned to me that I display many symptoms of adhd and I initially thought she was wayy off base. But the more research I do, the more I think she might be on to something. I related to every single one of the things you touched on in this video, even down to the salt intake! I think I'm going to pursue trying to get an actual diagnosis soon.

[@gomanda]

I checked all the boxes! That means I'm doing a good job, right? #8! I put salt on everything! Sometimes I even salt beverages. I'm understanding my ADHD-related actions/behaviors better, and that gives me so much peace.

[@lourdesgarcia2969]

Hmm, congratulations Katy! Another great vid. Thank u.

[@User-qn1gs1ig4q62]

I'm autistic and a lot of these apply to me but I've been wondering if I have both or if its autism causing these issues for me maybe that's another video for the future autism ADHD or both

[@michaelthompson4949]

ADHD is a spectrum disorder, along with all the comorbidities invariably following. I have severe ADHD and at least 5 or so comorbidities. It's understandable that everyone is different so as not to pretend that a direct solution is possible. Medicine and coping mechanisms can help. Speaking of medicine, to exacerbate an already unpleasant situation apparently someone (Gov.) has deemed it necessary to reduce my prescription of over 20 years by 1/3. Just another reason to put our faith in Jesus Christ and not government. ( Isaiah 55:6) (Matt. 6:33)

[@yogaforlyme9841]

What I find most interesting, is that these are all signs/symptoms of Autism as well.

[@stephy369]

I just watched a video with 63 autism traits and I had 42 of them. I have only been diagnosed with ADHD but don't ever relate to anyone with autism and many people with autism make me so angry and frustrated. Idk what that means.

[@michaelthompson4949]

​@@stephy369Your frustration is quite understandable, ADHD can be VERY COMPLEX. When I say "very" and "complex" I mean everything about ADHD is on a spectrum, along with the multiple comorbidities that invariably follow. so it stands to reason that you are not simply dealing with ADHD but also it's comorbidities and severity thus mimicking a variety of maladies. That being said medicine and coping mechanisms can help. Not to be morbid but realistic. We all die to await either Heaven or Hell. ( Isaiah 55:6) ( Matt. 6:33) BTW I'm over 60 with severe ADHD and comorbidities. Without Jesus Christ we have NOTHING!

[@catherinecastle8576]

​@@michaelthompson4949I agree about Jesus! He helps us find the silver lining in every dark cloud. Dark clouds abound, that's life, and knowledge is good and helpful, but, if we approach life and people with humility, honesty (with wisdom and kindness ), a desire to serve (without being a doormat to evil), and a genuine desire to be forgiving, gracious and ,merciful to the undeserving, as immortal Jesus is to us mortal humans, even not knowing about things like CPTSD ADHD Autism Spectrum Synethetism Head Injury, etc, means we can still navigate our way through life and be glad of being alive. No matter how many times and ways 'unkind' people intrude into our lives. I'm 68 and married 33 years, only recently learned about neurodivergence, etc and I can see how my life could have been easier had I learned sooner... but... if so, I wouldnt be me, would I? I've known Jesus over 40 years and, if He didn't bring this knowledge to me sooner, then I believe I was meant to go through most of life and a marriage as "me" ... if only to learn to surf the waves rather than drown in them. Now I have bern given a surfboard (of knowledge) and it does indeed make surfing easier... but I also know that with Jesus I can surf on water without a surfboard! How many people can say that? Not many, sadly, not many. Thanks again... besides your wise knowledge it's always a joy to see the name of Jesus uplifted ❤

[@dabbler1166]

Total side-note for Kati: You're current way you did your eye-makeup and hair when your KZbin site comes up looks very nice. Your yellow/orange-yellow outfit is a good color for you! .....but I'd say thin-material solid white, or lt.powder blue, or lt. beige- not so much. Thinking deeep shades may also look good on you (dk. red, emerald green). Keep on rollin' with your informative and clear content! You are helping many. Rock on!

[@erikal1593]

Love your shirt! Also! Thank you for this as I have had a partner with ADHD

[@Yamikaiba123]

I didn't need to do research to be deeply familiar with almost all of these. That salt one took me for a spin, though! I have low blood pressure and yet I can have a high craving for salt.

[@CheeseParachute]

My doctor told me to increase my salt intake to combat low blood pressure -it goes against the common "salt is bad" narrative!

[@kayceefarrell6758]

2 that were totally new to me: asking people to repeat themselves and overeating. I had never connected the two to my ADHD brain!

[@anuanu-si4py]

It would be great if you have made video on how to overcome the things,like actionable point's to mitigate to some extent

[@ClementineShmementine]

I wanna send you a video of my office- when you were talking my office matched your words

[@stephy369]

I struggled to pay attention to this video and had to fast forward to the next sign a bunch 😅😂

[@kayliemcintosh7841]

Yes to all of these. My dad... textbook example. I can think of 10 examples for each symptom. I didnt know the reason behind the salt thing thats interesting... he takes a tortilla chip, dips it in his salsa then salts it again. Dude. You have hypertension. STAP!!! Lol - pass the soy sauce!

[@samslife8891]

The over salting surprised me but it is true I tend to over salt my food all the time

[@IcylinMalcolm-Fort-ws7up]

The sensory one for me is crazy. I cant stand walking on a bare floor, i have to have soccs or something on or i will walk on the sides of my feet, and i hate repeated noises or when people repeat themselves...and sometimes i cant get my mind to focus or i feel like im forgetting something but there was nothing i had to do, weird. It just got really bad now that im out of work and in a rough place in life.

[@larissabarros9793]

Yes, i would say everything check apart from the salt one... But if you think about it when i was a kid a was so obsessed with salt, There was a decorative vase full of coarse salt in my Aunt's house (idk why) and i would constantly pick one from there and lick it for a few minutes. Also not me getting salt-based culinary seasoning from the fridge every now and then, these were SALTY even my mom would get super worried when she caught me eating it, because of how salty it was. Also i remember just picking up normal salt some times in the day. Now that i am older i know salty things can make us very sick so i despise things with too much salt in it. Not that i don't think it's tasty but i don't wanna have kidney stones or worse.

[@ISquishWorms]

I don't know much about ADHD so this video was interesting. I do have a couple of those symtoms like staying up late wanting to get things done. Although now days I try to get to bed at a better time and most nights I am successful at that.

[@sithu01]

the oversalting food one is something interesting

[@TheSkippy1842]

Loved this. Nice to know I'm not alone. I was diagnosed a few years ago after a messy divorce. unfortunately my ex has used all of these traits against me and turned my now 10 year old daughter against me resulting in me not seeing her for 2 years and counting

[@kathythureen9341]

I HAD ADHD AS A CHILD AND I STILL HAVE IT INTO MY ADULT YEARS.

[@americasariesson1862]

💯 on all 8.

[@KisDraga]

Along w Sensory Processing issues some w adhd have an auditory processing delay. That's why we ask to repeat. Not necessarily that we're not interested ..often .We just don't hear/ digest what's being said the first time around depending on the environment or even anxiety:)

[@anyaroz8619]

I have ALL of these. Except maybe oversalting... I wonder if I can assume I have ADHD just from these symptoms. My daughter has been diagnosed with ADHD, and I long have suspected I might have it too, but never went to check myself with a real specialist

[@AK-vx4dy]

I almost don't use salt, but binge eating happens, but my most affected son... oh boy, he is salting seriously.

[@andreaarias2085]

The oversalting of food surprised me.

[@milk060690]

Oh, the last point was really a surprise to me!!!!!

[@AM-zg1fk]

Didn't know a lot of these, the salt one was surprising!! I may now keep a salty snack handy for when I'm struggling...

[@ouchpaw3518]

I have yet to watch the video but your shirt is so cool! You look like a mermaid 💙🐋

[@morganrobertson3721]

Thanks so much, I have that condition and continue to try and find better ways to manage and cope with it. Any chance you can do a video on steps to taking negative thoughts captive and releasing them? I've struggled with understanding how to do that. Thanks and God bless 😊

[@louiseyoung1231]

Wow...had no clue about salt. I've always been a salt fiend!!! Now I know! Thank you

[@rgfs71]

I was surprised to hear the connection to salt, but it makes sense when you consider how rewarding sugar is. Both would be rare finds to make the most of. Not so rare today, of course 🤤

[@Greenrivers14]

Yup I do these things, didn't know its was ADHD.

[@cheesebreadgo]

I have to ask people to repeat themselves all the time, but it's because my Windows 95 brain takes forever to process what the other person said to me. So, in reality, I actually did hear them, but my brain had no idea what they said until twenty seconds later. It's exhausting, but that's how I operate. 😅

[@gregoryjgarcia3862]

Same here, I listen to people but sometimes have to process the sound for 20 seconds as to the words they say.

[@umalazoff5905]

I can relate to 1-5 and 8. I had no idea #8!!! Explains why I prefer salt over sugar lol i was diagnosed with ADHD last may when i was 21 and i turned 22 two weeks ago. I'm also autistic

[@jammadamma]

The salt bit was surprising. The others are pretty textbook, IMO?

[@RubtRubtish]

ADHD prevented me from making friends and not having a relationship, not able to drive, spending 13 hours on the computer playing video games, and another 3 hours on the phone. And scared of the dark

[@fresnoniiji]

Bro! This is me all day! Crazy

[@Jamiey-]

That's one way to alleviate any form of responsibility I guess

[@kendravoracek3636]

Yeah i relate to the sensory stuff & anxiety stuff . What about caffeine? I kinda relate to the tv and salt thing .

[@desperate1982]

No one tells you about the dopamine benefits of salt! Thanks for letting us know ❤

[@slr4092]

I have ADHD I never knew about the salt fact.. that makes soo much sense now

[@riturao6565]

Omg....oversalting Our food ....so trur

[@AK-vx4dy]

#1 ✅ #2 ✅ #3 ✅ #4 ✅ #5 ✅ #6 ✅ #7 ☑ #8 ✅ (binge eating)

[@amberd3181]

well all of these things ring true and I still don't have a diagnosis yet...

[@anjask8626]

except for the salt, that's me. Very interesting, thank you ❤

[@chernagast6754]

The salt one explains why I would just suck on rock salt as a child. I didn't want candy, I wanted salt.

[@Karen-ie1pr]

Wow! I never knew the salt link. I have craved salt on and off my whole life!!!

[@Goaddichnixan]

The salt thing I did not know. Very interesting! I can't stand if food misses salt. And prefer salty snacks over sweets. Years ago I explained someone that instead of an expected negative impact of salt on a tiny health problem the opposite was true. Maybe it is only my imagination but I feel that my system needs a bit more salt. :D

[@RiddleMrs]

I feel called out by number 3. I’m fighting the urge to pass out as I’m writing this. Edit: And by number 8… I’m glad I now have an idea about why I randomly just have the need to lick salt.

[@Gwenx]

Does this also apply for Autism? Because I recognize almost all of these in myself :o I thought the impulsivity wasn't applying to me, but it is, but my impulses are with smaller tings, I also have a lot of hobbies that I never pick up again :(

[@riturao6565]

Can BPD and ADHD occur Together , i was initially diagnosed with BPD. But after Doing several Research and Reading books, I am Sure I have ADHD.

[@ClementineShmementine]

So this is why I obsess over fries???? And soda

[@dancingram79]

Oversakting our food? I thought it was just a me thing. Cool!

[@jilyyyyy.]

the last one HWUAUAHAHAHAAHHAHAHAHAAHHAAH. i have uti though, but yes 😔 that's actually a signs for me to binge salt eating foods, just kidding. i also realized that's why i feel happy or something when i eat salty foods like junk foods and even dishes with soy sauce. and yes, these signs helps me to be kinder with myself because i didn't chose to have this, ads it's okay.

[@YourMom-iy6cv]

And caffeine as well ,I reckon energy drinks are what gave me adhd in the first placen

[@fitcoachmedina]

@katiemortin Hi, hope all is well! Quick question, should meds like adderall resolve a lot of these? It helps focus but i feel i still have a lot of these even when medicated. Thanks!

[@michaelthompson4949]

You are exactly right it does help in many ways but not all. I am over 60 and have concluded that there is no direct answer to this with so many variables and comorbidities constantly in a state of flux. This is further complicated by everyone being so different in the first place. The most solid advice would be put your faith in God more then man. In some cases more or different medicines may help but trusting God more and relying on him all the time is even more critical to your eternal soul.

[@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz]

i can't get help for ADHD. it's too hard.

[@DanGoodShotHD]

That explains why i'm such a salty old man!!

[@zttz]

I didn’t make it to the end 😭

[@Slechy_Lesh]

2:44

[@ladyluck3984]

I'm diagnosed with ADHD and I hate salt 😂

[@RosheenQuynh]

Oh wow, I didn't realize the sleep procrastination is tied to my ADHD, thought it was OCD... Also, about the salt one... 🤯 I crave fries regularly, and other salty things... insane

[@rasamasala]

Oop, #3 was me last night

[@vulgartrendkill]

just been diagnosed with inattentive type and waiting for titration. Thanks for this

[@kidwolfman]

SLEEP PROCRASTINATION! Literally have been fighting this one lately (or maybe for years, but finally recognizing it) and eventually I just tell myself ,”just go to bed dumdum. You can do this when you wake up and it will be even more productive.” Thanks Kati! ❤

[@amynanos7756]

“Waiting mode”!?!? That’s what it’s called! That is so me, which really sux because I’m an “end of lifer” with all kinds of doc appointments! Some weeks I’m held hostage by doctors appointments four out of the seven days 🙄 I will literally be waiting for my own funeral to start 😂

[@hazelsalminen1448]

Maybe try to book morning appointments so that you then have the rest of the day free from waiting mode? 👍🏻

[@Linda-ic1il]

I cannot thank you enough for addressing this. I just turned 55 yrs. old and OMG my life has sucked!!! I feel better knowing why and I look forward to making the rest of my life better :) xo

[@karmacat68]

Hi Linda, I get it...same vintage...that was a very good year... lol. I was diagnosed 2 years ago, certainly been interesting and life has been a challenging journey so far, to say the least. Good luck and be gentle on your self 🫂

[@SulSpeed]

Trying to concentrate on what Kati is saying but distracted by her shirt. Nice colour…I wonder what what it feels like…what was the video about again?

[@kreasiw]

😂 Spot on Kati, spot on. I loved hearing about the scientific reasons behind all my ADHD quirks. This made me giggle. ❤

[@jayl1712]

I just watched this 4x times , because of my adhd 😂

[@bellaluce7088]

The Catch-22 of ADHD is having to monitor executive function tasks with a glitchy executive function system. I appreciate content like this that gets that. That's why pre-committing to routines and reminders that offload EF duties can help, e.g. a get ready for bed alarm or TV shut off timer, a written schedule for the day in direct line of sight and an alarm for when to start preparing for an appointment later in the day, a switch tasks alarm *across the room* so I'm forced to break momentum by physically moving (otherwise I can snooze an alarm within reach for hours). I have a visual timer that also helps hugely by reducing my Time Blindness and gamifying otherwise uninspiring tasks. It has a little slot on top to put a reminder of WHAT I'm focusing on and WHY (the big picture goal a task is moving me towards and/or an immediate reward I get to have as soon as I'm done).

[@DemoKade]

So Sleep Procrastination. This has happened today, and it is in fact 3 in the morning.

[@sounddilemma6474]

Late diagnosed here. Yes. Yes. Yes.

[@alexpeterson9468]

You are amazing! Thank you so much!

[@marna_li]

I have autism, and I can relate to many of the things. I crave salt sometimes. Like popcorn. I love salty liquorice candy!

[@grinninggirl4257]

Yum salty licorice

[@andreyv116]

Tangential to eating salt: extra spicy food, sometimes to the point of stomach disagreement

[@wolfdreams2000]

I'm 62 and was recently diagnosed 😮 This video is my entire life, but spoken by you. 😅 Thanks! 💜 I'm also going to be evaluated for ASD soon. Thanks so much for all that you do, Kati!

[@lisaheffley7134]

The oversalting food hit weird. I hate adding salt to my food but I binge eat and I love to binge sweet and follow with salty. So interesting!

[@ohayo-888]

When I was little, I used to put salt on the palm of my hand and lick it off. Later in life I used to salt my food reeeealy heavily. Even now I put a little extra salt on food most of the time. Other symptoms sound accurate as well. Thank you for the food for thought!

[@jonathassilva5484]

I am a psychologist with ADHD! You are great! Grretings form Brasil!!

[@jagkanlagapasta]

Caugh myself swiping the timeline under the video to see if any headlines was applying to me

[@FatimaMalla]

Dr please answer I don’t have access to mental health care in a third world country. does dpdr make you feel like family are strangers? I would feel convinced then ignore it or genuinely confused as to if it’s true or not. Could that be a part of dpdr?