I HAVE ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) This explains EVERYTHING!!

[@gerofiore9695]

I HAVE ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) This explains EVERYTHING!! Buy me a Coffee www.buymeacoffee.com/GeraldFiore My Amazon Wishlist www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3MB72FR08A7I7?ref_=wl_share

[@Ian24s]

With a thin-framed, round pair of spectacles, you'd be Alf Garnett.

[@Ian24s]

Wearing the colour of West Ham n'all.

[@davidmatthews9088]

“Gerald” is the only KZbin channel I check to see how long there is left of the clip, because I don’t want it to end. Thanks for the thanks about the tax threshold thing :) I wish I knew something about filling in that form. As you aren’t liable for tax though, it is worth giving the inland revenue a ring or making an appointment at the citizens advice bureau (if they still exist). Cheers buddy

[@luciaantongarcia894]

It's always a real pleasure to see your videos with or without them

[@RobertKempf122]

Thanks for the video, I'll give a bit of dough next week, interesting stuff, I hope you keep it up.

[@Evilknievel123]

I was going to say It's All About You Gerald! But it is your channel Lol

[@gerofiore9695]

Yeah, hehe ... I should branch out and talk about other things though

[@Evilknievel123]

@gerofiore9695 You could do a meet and greet with some of your lucky subscribers Gerald (for a fee of course) give them the full Gerald experience for a few hours 🙂 including your famous trips to Morrisons supermarket with all dogs in car. Then send them off after selling them some of your merchandise (mug, cap, T'shirt)

[@gerofiore9695]

@Evilknievel123 An interesting idea, Id be too shy to do that though :)

[@Evilknievel123]

@gerofiore9695 Just merchandise then...

[@dorisalfred2760]

Gerald You are a handsome man. You look so good when you have beards. 21:34 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 You crack me up whenever you mimic people 😂

[@machinemusicorg]

@dorisalfred2760. You must be very desperate and thirsty for male attention.😆

[@RedShoes8488]

Gerald, my uncle came from european country to north america...he used to call himself a displaced person, . he lost his european identity, and never was fully accepted in north america. We all felt like we did not belong because we were raised old fashionned european in an open progressive nirth american society. You are one of millions that feel like they never belonged.

[@gerofiore9695]

@mcrow9599 Thanks mate, nice to know I'm not alone at being alone.

[@jtowers599]

I was diagnosed with ADHD 9years ago, although though i don't completely disagree with the diagnosis after further rigorous research & self analysis &a willingness to be rigourously honest with myself ,i now realize what I'm dealing with, which is complex post traumatic stress disorder.Adhd& being on the Autism spectrum have become over used buzz words in our society.Many researchers& clinician,those that read write & publish research papers in journals are coming to the realisation now that ADHD is a post traumatic condition.The pharmaceutical companies had a vested interest in convincing doctors that ADHD was something you was just born with and was a chemical inbalance like many other mental health conditions, and could be fixed by popping a pill.For the record,the medication used to treat children who are still in the process of early brain development with "ADHD"is a form of methamphetamine & amphetamine which are very strong forms of speed&have very strong links to later life psychosis. Another big symptom of trauma you mentioned is the hypervigilance ,the continuously scanning the environment for threats & danger.Just some thoughts on the matter,i wish you well,ive been watching your channel for a while now,many of your life patterns resonate with me.

[@yb6940]

Thankyou for this… I also feel the same way , I have c-ptsd and have wondered if I had ADHD or on the spectrum but I asked my therapist if she thought I had any spectrum disorder but she didn’t think so. It’s a part of c-ptsd that makes you feel like you’re always on edge or looking over my shoulder , feeling overwhelmed by very small tasks and having a social anxiety , even have persistent sweating when I go out anywhere but not when I’m at home which is interesting. Wishing you all the best ❤

[@jtowers599]

@yb6940 thankyou , yes me also, I relate very much to the sweating, excessive sweating outside even in the middle of winter . Wishing you well,I hope you benefit from the therapy & get the healing you deserve.

[@gerofiore9695]

@jtowers599 Very interesting, I never thought of post traumatic stress, I definitely won't be taking any meds for ADHD, fed up taking Seroxat the SSRI for 31 yrs already

[@jtowers599]

@gerofiore9695 yes I agree,seroxat is very difficult to come off,I know this through personal experience.

[@sd88g93]

Everybody has ADHD. If you look at the symptoms, it's such a subjective measure, that everyone can find something they think applies to them. Same with autism, and since they say it's a "spectrum", it makes it even easier. It's a scam for more patients. Your experience about filling in forms is not exceptional. Forms are boring. When you get older, you just get sick of the b@llsh*t. You're fine.

[@HealingJourneys-jn9ly]

ADHD might seem overdiagnosed or too broad at first glance-especially when the symptoms, like disliking boring tasks or zoning out, can sound relatable. But there are key differences between what most people experience and what someone with ADHD deals with daily. 1. Forgetfulness vs. ADHD: Normal aging or occasional forgetfulness happens to everyone, especially under stress or when tired. For someone with ADHD, though, forgetting appointments, chores, or even basic tasks (like taking out the trash) isn’t occasional-it’s a persistent and disruptive pattern that happens even with reminders or systems in place. It’s less about just forgetting and more about struggling with working memory-the ability to hold and act on information in the moment. 2. Zoning out vs. ADHD ‘spacing out’: Everyone zones out occasionally, especially when bored or distracted. For someone with ADHD, zoning out happens even during important moments, like a meeting or conversation they genuinely want to pay attention to. It feels involuntary, almost like the brain suddenly shuts down despite their efforts to focus. This happens more frequently and impacts relationships and productivity in ways that go beyond typical daydreaming. 3. Struggling with tasks: It’s normal to procrastinate or dislike boring tasks, but with ADHD, even things that are urgent or important feel impossible to start. This isn’t laziness-it’s tied to executive dysfunction, which makes it hard to plan, prioritize, and follow through. This affects everything from paying bills to brushing teeth, leading to a cycle of frustration and shame. 4. Emotional regulation: ADHD isn’t just about attention; it often includes intense emotions and trouble regulating them. For example, feeling overwhelmed or overreacting to minor frustrations is common. These emotional swings often make daily life even harder. 5. The clinical criteria: ADHD isn’t diagnosed based on one or two traits or experiences. It’s based on a pattern of symptoms across multiple areas of life (work, home, relationships) that cause significant impairment. A doctor takes a detailed history, often involving input from people close to the individual, and uses well-researched diagnostic criteria. ADHD is far more than finding a checklist relatable. What makes ADHD different from 'normal' challenges is the extent, intensity, and impact of the symptoms over time. It’s not about being lazy, immature, or bored-it’s a legitimate neurodevelopmental condition that affects the brain's ability to regulate attention, impulses, and emotions. Dismissing it as something 'everyone has' can be harmful because it minimizes the struggles of those who live with it. ADHD isn’t a fad-it’s a condition that has been extensively researched and recognized by mental health professionals worldwide. Diagnoses aren’t made lightly or based on a single symptom. I hope this sheds some light on the difference between common experiences and living with ADHD!

[@russelltaylor7556]

Yes. We all have nuances

[@hesterwright3674]

Adhd symptoms are a collection of things that everyone does, but people with ADHD do them so much that it becomes a real problem that affects your life and prevents you from doing things you need to do. So yeah, the symptoms look like things everyone experiences. But in reality, a neuro-typical person does not, in fact, struggle with those things to the degree someone with ADHD does.

[@sd88g93]

@HealingJourneys-jn9ly I've been around this block a few times. I'm about the same age as Gerald. You put a new name on something, you can talk yourself into anything. And there are plenty of people all too willing to talk us into believing we have some new ailment and get us addicted to a new pill or buy someone's consulting services. Some problems are just life. Take it as a sign we're not living right and not in tune with what we are made for. The lengths we go to make excuses for ourselves and avoid the real issues is endless. We can compensate so as find a way to fill out the form one step at a time. It probably won't take as long as you anticipate, once you get going .

[@sd88g93]

@HealingJourneys-jn9ly there is a cottage industry out there in convincing people they are helpless. They are quite good at it.

[@l.c838]

Hi Gerald, it sounds like like you may have chronic fatigue syndrome rather than ADHD.

[@runeskyttsing9089]

You look absolutely amazing in that mustasch Gerald. by the way, I had a dream the other night, you where visiting me in Sweden during the summer time. We went camping together. Camping out at a super cool place called Ursand Resort & Camping.

[@Ultradude604]

ADHD is a modern term which in the old days is a condition called laziness. The symptoms are not wanting to do something that needs to be done. The symptoms appear in most children. There was a natural cure for that called "hard times". The modern world has taken that away for most people.

[@gerofiore9695]

Charming

[@icouldbewrongicouldberight]

I know tons of folk who struggle with forms. Some very intelligent, some very articulate (heavyweight journal editors etc), some dyslexic. So who/what would have "formitis" - those that struggle with them, or those insisting in communicating in the unnatural manner?

[@HealingJourneys-jn9ly]

I see what you're saying about forms being a struggle for many people, regardless of intelligence or abilities-it’s true that forms (and overly rigid systems) can feel unnatural or frustrating. But the key difference is why people struggle with them. For someone with ADHD, it’s not just about forms being boring or overly formal. It’s about executive dysfunction-the brain’s inability to organize, prioritize, or sustain focus long enough to complete the task, even if they want to. It’s not just inconvenient; it’s paralyzing, and the same thing happens with countless other daily tasks. So while forms might be annoying to most people, ADHD turns 'annoying' into 'immobilizing.' That's why it’s important to recognize that ADHD is about much more than a dislike for bureaucratic processes-it’s a condition that impacts every part of life, including how we engage with even the simplest tasks. I hope that clears up the difference a bit!

[@icouldbewrongicouldberight]

​@@HealingJourneys-jn9lythe individuals I know with difficulties, a very common history is head injury/concussion. The frontal lobes very often are involved in say a car accident, and that's where executive tasks are usually processed. I know Gerald has a history 🤕 Some struggle - even get agitated - even if the questions are read out & someone else does the form completion. Perhaps G's friend with cancer could help if G doesn't find that overwhelming. PIP awards points if you struggle with paperwork etc, and it's meat and potatoes work for social workers/support workers. But maybe the latter assistance (via local council) can't be obtained for business endeavours. Maybe G should apply for PIP, but the PIP application form is 20+ pages!!

[@icouldbewrongicouldberight]

Mario brothers! That's it! 😹

[@gerofiore9695]

Hehe

[@jennywhales593]

I pay a subscription so I don't have to endure advertising on KZbin .. best thing I have ever done! I watch a lot of You tube also..😊

[@MrRokz1984]

Gerald are you classify as a psychopath???

[@MrYahuda]

ADHD is treatable and the medication can have very good results. Autistic Spectrum Disorder is not treatable but at least you can learn to live with it and adapt and become more aware of what triggers autistic burnouts etc.

[@user-jx9ru4xy5o]

How depressing!

[@daynight3174]

The stash make me think of a sea lion 🤙😆😎

[@russelltaylor7556]

I really detest forms. Luckily the wife loves em.

[@whodareswinslv4265]

You wouldn't have ADHD if your House was on Fire.

[@gerofiore9695]

If your house is on fire, you still have ADHD. A life-threatening emergency doesn’t change that-it’s just a situation that demands immediate action and provides the dopamine surge that people with ADHD often lack in everyday life. In fact, many people with ADHD are known to perform better under high-pressure or chaotic situations because their brain finally gets that dopamine hit. I think your point might be that ADHD is just an excuse and that emergencies ‘prove’ someone can get things done when pushed. That’s partially true-high-stakes situations do create the urgency we struggle to generate for mundane tasks like reading bills, cleaning a room, or attending appointments. But that push isn’t naturally there for day-to-day life, and that’s where ADHD makes things so challenging

[@Evilknievel123]

@@gerofiore9695 I Guess Who Dares DOESN'T Win 🤣

[@gerofiore9695]

@Evilknievel123 You're Evil

[@whodareswinslv4265]

Then where along the continuum does the emergency start? Losing your house in a month, in a week, or the next day? - To get that dopamine going to encourage action. People avoid things that are boring or unpleasantly challenging.

[@whodareswinslv4265]

@Evilknievel123 Nope. Who DOESN'T Dare, DOES'T Win. So keep on philosophizing, ruminating, procrastinating all day long.

[@deangregg1266]

Shve it off , you look younger .

[@bs7157]

you'de look younger without a beard and mustache. 🙂.

[@gerofiore9695]

@@bs7157 😊 Thanks

[@ira4600]

You tube will lose viewers with all these ads

[@deangregg1266]

Ok Gerald, are you going to see a doctor and get some help for this. What are you going to do about it. Are you going to help yourself . Don't stop the video. What are you going to do about the Adhd .

[@gerofiore9695]

The doc actually told me I have ADHD and Autism possibly but need to be assessed properly by a Psychiatrist I assume, the doc who told me is GP but he has ADHD and knows the traits, he asked a good few questions and said you tick 99% of the boxes or something similar, after the assessment, they can tell me what I can do to help with organizing my house, time keeping, cleaning, some things like zoning out I may not be able to stop, I don't want to take drugs though.

[@deangregg1266]

@gerofiore9695 I'm pleased you have seen some who can help you. Try with out medication, take note what doc says, . You look and sound better than your last video. You still have a lot of issues going on in your like, I realise that. Fight every day , things will improve, . Why not focus on proving us all wrong by doing videos how I'm getting better and fighting to improve myself. I do a little understand, it's tough Look after yourself.

[@hesterwright3674]

@gerofiore9695 I heard there's a 13 year waiting list for adhd diagnosis. I tried yo start the process and gave up in the end, people with adhd tend to be bad at following through with things so how tf am I meant to do it 😆😆