Getting Diagnosed with Inattentive ADHD Later in Life discussed by two family physicians

[@robertshowe2417]

Diagnosed at age 52 it filled in the reason why for so much. But it also points out so many bad habits I developed and struggle to break.

[@inattentiveadhdcoalition887]

Thank you. there is also a wealth of information about inattentive ADHD at www.iadhd.org and you can follow us on facebook.

[@VandyMas]

Thank you for this video. I was diagnosed at age 40. Much appreciation to the doctors on this panel.

[@chrisjeffrey4212]

WOW! This is the story of my life. I'm 63 & have not long realised I have ADHD. I'm waiting for an assessment & it can't come too soon. I've struggled \my whole life & numerous doctors, psychologists & a psychiatrist have never picked up on this. Most of the time I have been very high functioning, however I've had several breakdowns/burnouts in my life. I'm 18 months into the last one, and was seeing a psychologist, who was lovely but, she just didn't get it. KZbin has made me realise what has been wrong with me & caused problems my entire life. I'm so looking forward to getting the help I need and deserve. Thanks again.

[@willywagtail4182]

Hang there...& get that diagnosis it will really change your life....I was diagnosed at 57! best of luck

[@ana419]

You are not alone. Same here and we are the same generation. How can medical professionals be so under-trained in this prevalent and crippling area? How many geniuses have been stifled by a mere functional handicap that has so many solutions, once identified as such? Wonderful to hear you speak so empowered. Many blessings to you on your brighter path ahead.

[@questioneverything-rf3yf]

I'm literally listening to this thanks to my 37 y/o son suspecting he is ADHD. We'll be looking into it further together and hopefully getting better together. Thank you so much.

[@jimd.2683]

I am 59 and the light bulb just went off. I achieved in life as an attorney and owner of a construction company but it has been a struggle not with intelligence but with "anxiety" and always 'putting out fires" because I leave tasks until I have to do them. Also, I realized that whatever I do I am always thinking of something else. Even watching this video is a challenge as I now catch myself drifting off thinking of other things rather than stay focused on this video. As an adult I can say I have struggled with this beyond description thinking it was anxiety and not knowing what ADHD was. I thought ADHD was a learning disability. Thank you for this video and others.

[@seaturtle7777]

This is a very educational conversation for me! (Diagnosed in my 60s.) I can tell both men have ADHD - notice how they are quick to interject on one another, thoughts racing, impulses flying! They are speaking their own and my own truths.

[@pdacquisto15]

I was recently diagnosed with Inattentive ADHD at 48. I was originally diagnosed with anxiety and depression 20 years ago, but I always felt there was something else going on. At 48, I am learning so much about myself!

[@stacysaha1385]

Wow, this was so helpful. I am 69 and as yet undiagnosed ADHD. I have been obsessively educating myself on the condition since my sister and daughter told me i have it- but never managed to put 'get assessed for ADHD' on my to do list when i was in the US (i havent found anyone who can do it where i live). I was amazed when they first told me, but as i have been reading up so many light bulbs have been going off! This video has encouraged me to make the effort to get diagnosed even at my age.

[@jenwinter4355]

"chemical imbalance" in the 70s turned into Depression in the 90s turned into ADHD in 2023. Diagnosed in 2023.

[@tehgurl]

Thank you so much. I had a lot of anxiety watching this, and wanted to cry but at the same time felt vindicated too. I was diagnosed with ADHD May 2022 at just 42 years old. I'm now 43 and because of the lack of medication and that I was diagnosed right in the middle of it, I've had a very hard time on my journey because I haven't been on a medicine long enough to even see if that specific one works, or the dose of one that feels like it is and then it's not available the next month. I can say my, "Oh moments" are almost daily but then I'm not sure what to do with them. I have horrible ADHD Paralysis on the weekend when I don't have my go go go job life mon through fri. I used to be able to enjoy my wknd. Now I just feel like I'm always waiting for something but I don't know what. I want to do all the things and in a blink I don't "want to" anymore. I do, but I don't. It is so frustrating. I've tried meditation, I can't meditate. The more I try to shut my brain off to do so, the worse it gets. I have changed my diet. Nothing. I used to run 7 miles a day, never changed a thing. I did very well in college, I started college at 31, 2 months away from being 32 and graduated just as I turned 35. I had never done anything until that point that I could be proud of. Back then though if I felt like I do now with the paralysis I wonder if I would have done so well or if I would have been hindered. I used to always be not just on time but early to everything. Now I'm barely making it to my home office from the bedroom, I'm late to every family function, I'm late to almost everything. But there was a time where I wasn't. I am HIGHLY organized in my job like I was with school. But my home suffers where my home was so organized and clean people used to jokingly call me Monica from FRIENDS. Now, I look around and I hate that everything isn't in it's home but I also can't get up and make it better. It is the strangest turn of events for me... I will say that I have been finally lucky enough to be on the same medicine for 2 months straight and into my 3rd yet absolutely nothing has changed in the paralysis arena. But one day I did forget to take it in the am and I was finding myself so disorganized at work and I'm like what in the heck is wrong with me... Uhhhhhhhhhh whoops... So I guess I have issues with it now but prior to the meds I didn't so that's very confusing too. It's almost like I just switched from being on time everywhere, being so clean and organized, enjoying my weekends even if I did absolutely nothing to losing all of that to an issue I didn't have with work, school, paying bills, etc. It's like I just traded symptoms. Sigh. I think I'd rather be who I was before whatever this is, that happened. :(

[@user-ti1xn9kt4e]

Do u mean that the medication made u worse??

[@anneross5362]

I was diagnosed with IAdHD at age 62 last year. When I look back at my childhood, I see nothing that looks like ADHD symptoms. I know that there have been several studies done that revealed that this is not that uncommon. I would really like to see a video discussing other adults like me who were diagnosed late in life and never had any symptoms when they were children.

[@jayehum5019]

Hi. Have you found the diagnosis has helped you? I've been wondering if a diagnosis for me (63) is even worthwhile. 🤔

[@anthonylamport4558]

​@@jayehum5019I have been diagnosed when I was 58 , I used to be hard with myself and felt inferior,but now I'ma more gentle with myself less worried of what people think of me

[@yasminhabibti721]

It is definitely a crisis that brought me here. This video is probably the most helpful thing I've found on my lack of focus when I was in law school. Now, I'm studying for the bar and feel utterly hopeless. No matter what I say, my dr. does not think it is ADHD bc the Adderall didn't work for me.

[@zaghlool25]

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom. It resonates a lot with me. Being 41 years old in an African country where we don't have those stimulating medications, your talk however, gave me validation and hope that I can have a better life. So, thank you again ❤

[@pjackson8322]

The distinction between finishingbat the lat minute and starting at the last minute is a good one.

[@ytseman9617]

Thanks for this video. I am a new subscriber and currently awaiting an ADHD diagnosis at 45. I live in the UK. I can relate to so much of what was said here👏

[@Judymontel]

This is a very helpful conversation. One note - the stock images interspersed were annoying and distracting. I prefer to see the people speaking. Thank you!!

[@inattentiveadhdcoalition887]

Thank you. there is also a wealth of information about inattentive ADHD at www.iadhd.org and you can follow us on facebook.

[@tehgurl]

I agree. I can do without the visuals. Because it pulled me away from the conversation trying to figure out what was going to be prompted from them. ADHD at its finest huh?

[@ninag8-43-55]

At age 59 I realized I had add and was soon diagnosed. This after taking antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds for 30 yrs. I have been fortunate with some symptoms in that I developed coping strategies when I was young. However, there are other symptoms that I cannot ever control. I have a Ph.D in psychiatric epidemiology and do not agree with these speakers on a major point. I believe depression/anxiety can be comorbid with adhd, not caused by sxs of adhd.

[@thehighpriestess8431]

At age 46 I decided to accept my doctor’s suggestion in taking Vyvanse. I did. On the 3rd day on it I noticed a strange sense of calm and quietness inside of me! Wow! I thought “oh! This is how feeling like an adult feel likes” Everything was so tranquil.

[@Truerealism747]

My sin starts tomorrow ime awaiting my ADHD test already have autism heds migraine etc

[@Lynee5290]

Definitely one of the most validating videos I’ve watched, thankyou! 🙏🏻

[@tamhaye3114]

Thank you! This discussion has changed my life 😜

[@YOUAreTheSecretToLife]

I've needed hand holding my entire life. Never found it. Now at 37 I've burnt myself out holding my childrens (and everyone else') hands. Homeless and really desperately defeated. Theres no help in my little town. And I have 0 income. I was misdiagnosed with bpd when I was 15. Lots of self sabotage, cptsd, depression, anxiety later, at 30 I was finally diagnosed with adhd. I believe I have autism also. My life has been a series of unfortunate events, and controlled chaos 😢 i don't know how to fix any of it. I've felt paralyzed for the last few years. Lost my voice.

[@SylviaHershkowitz]

Very validating 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@inattentiveadhdcoalition887]

Thank you. there is also a wealth of information about inattentive ADHD at www.iadhd.org and you can follow us on facebook.

[@transboricua]

I am 54 and in process of getting diagnoses for inattentive adhd. I have cardiomyopathy and my cardio looked at me and said “ no stimulant for you!” He also dismissed my concerns and symptoms . I felt like he thought I was just making it up and felt pretty sad as I sat in the parking lot. I cried . I am now fully aware and I know i need help. I am a psychotherapist in practice and feel so emotional upon this I unveiling. I know there are non stimulant meds. Are they as good?

[@karinturkington2455]

Very informative.

[@markfinster1256]

This was a wonderful discussion and helped me realize that I need help. I'm in my late 50s and have basically given up - constantly looking for a job and I have alienated friends. I'm super, hyper social but I can't keep friends. Where can I find help and resources? I'm in Orlando wasting away but I have so much to give.

[@robinsteinweg5767]

There's good content here. Oh my, though--the subtitles run far in advance of the spoken word--incredibly distracting! I finally played solitaire on the laptop so I couldn't see them, lol. At 66, I learned I'm ADHD (inattentive with a splash of hyper) just two weeks ago. My daughter-in-law was diagnosed recently, and to understand and be of encouragement to her, I've been binge-watching videos and reading articles to educate myself. I was shocked to recognize myself over and over. She had mentioned the possibility to me some time ago, and I rejected the idea instantly. It turns out she was right. I've found ways to function over the years in spite of not knowing I had it (though I need more coping tips!). Thank you so much for the encouragement, information, and validation of this video!!!! I often discount medication. But your comment about taking off the glasses, putting them on again, and asking if you're addicted to them--that was a huge aHa! moment for me.

[@hdg0pc70]

I was diagnosed in my early 50s, in the UK. I was awarded a 2:2 for my BSc (Hons) degree. I had been awarded 2 PG Diplomas. I my marks for both were in a 2:1 territory. In all 3 cases I couldn't focus enough to submit a dissertation. The support of a friend allowed me to explore why. After some research, I was diagnosed with Dyslexia, and ADHD ( hyperactive/ inattentive) sub type.

[@tracicastellon4504]

😊

[@AdassaNelsonEdwards]

Linda Roggli from adhd diva and palooza are a life saver for yearly up to date research - like a round up of Neuro science and research annually, give it a look.

[@NormaBowron]

I’m 73 and I would like to know if I have ADHD as a senior adult. Recent incidents have made this relevant and proper meds for anxiety is needed. Do I start with my current PCP? Or do I find someone who specializes in adhd as Dr Mason from GR Mich. I live in Holland, Mi.

[@michelewhite1900s]

Diagnosed at 65! Misdiagnosed over 30 years ago.

[@michellebowler265]

I'm awaiting on my drs records to see if while in foster care did I get assessed and/or diagnosed for ADHD or autism since my younger brother I assume was assessed not sure what diagnosis he got but my older brother of 39 has just been diagnosed with ADHD his 3 children all have autism and my younger daughter seems she may have ADHD the hyperactive type fingers crossed for some answers so I know and soon as I know I can get the support needed if not for me but my daughter my mum said it may be genetic as it seems on her side of the family they've all just gone under diagnosed I'm keeping in mind it's not a label it's so we can find the right support for the individuals needs

[@DreamaBradly]

Oh my God, you are absolutely right.Guys.Absolutely, right.Oh my god help me please

[@DreamaBradly]

That would be my question.Would it hurt me more than help me at my age?Oh my god I would be in the library twenty 47 if I got to where I could read and spell

[@DreamaBradly]

Yeah yeah you're exactly how I feel for shame

[@sasquatch3945]

This video series is absolutely wonderful - except for 1 thing: The way it is edited completely triggers my ADHD. The unnatural cuts so that there are no breaths and sentences are chopped up - it quite literally makes me sick to my stomach. I don't mean that as an insult, it just literally makes me sick because it throws off my enjoyment of naturally flowing prose conversation. I am not sure if it is edited this way to appeal to ADHD folks...but as someone who has serious struggles with it, this kind of editing makes it difficult for me to pay attention. But...I listen anyway because the content is great and I feel less alone.

[@DreamaBradly]

Yeah, I have a disability and it's affected me a lot.Now that I'm older cause I'm getting more aggravated.Let's stuff that I cannot read and understand in the right way

[@DreamaBradly]

Oh my God, you guis.Ice.I am so scared

[@DreamaBradly]

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮

[@DreamaBradly]

Yeah, that's true, very shameful disk.I'm not i'm not worth anything really

[@DreamaBradly]

❤❤❤❤❤6o

[@DreamaBradly]

This shit , I forgot what I was gonna say