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No groups for AuDHD yet?

Why not? Community is needed for this population, maybe even separately for the male presentation and the female presentation.

AuDHD is a situation where someone has ADHD and is on the Autism Spectrum at the same time. The presentation of seemingly conflicting features create special challenges for those who have both.

If you think this might be you or someone you love, learn all about it! It’s very tricksy!

#ADHD #AspergersSyndrome #AutismSpectrumDisorder #Autism #ADHDInGirls #AutismSpectrum #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression

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Self-Awareness

I came here to share something, I’ve always noticed that I get over things fairly quickly, things most people would not tolerate, let alone, sweep under the rug. I learned that’s a trauma response. When I was little, and someone hurt me, there was not enough space for me to cry or rage. So my little brain found the safest route “If it’s my fault I can fix it, let it go and I’ll feel safe again”. It was safer to blame myself than to face the reality that the people who were supposed to protect me didn’t always do it, which is too painful for a child to sit with. Right now I’m going through something awful with my partner who I love so much, and I catch myself willing to carry the blame of something that is 1,000 percent not my fault, and it’s destroying my heart. I HAVE BPD, this my FP. I want to so badly just comfort him and fix it, believing somehow I did something to deserve it. He is relying on my emotional labor. I can feel it by the way he’s “sulking” in a sense. I’m not holding the responsibility this time. It’s ok if the space feels unusually quiet, silence is sacred and I am relieving myself of filling the gap with fake comfort . So now I’m journaling, about things I’ve let go that deserved my voice. And although I’m still crushed with the circumstances, I’m so proud I was able to recognize what was happening, and show up for my present and my younger self. I shared this because if you are dealing with blaming yourself in order to feel safe, please stop. You are not responsible for the the discomfort or silence after soemone has done something to you! #Trauma #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #ADHDInGirls #MentalHealth

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For Anyone Who Needs A Little Inspiration

Roughly two years ago, I relapsed after five solid years in recovery.

It was a hard hit—not just because of the relapse itself, but because of how quickly shame tried to take over the narrative. I kept quiet at first, worried that everything I had built would be erased. That people would see the relapse instead of the growth that came before it—or the strength it took to come back from it.

But recovery isn’t linear. And relapse doesn’t erase progress.

Since then, I’ve come back with a deeper understanding of myself, my needs, and what sustainable recovery actually looks like for me. I’ve learned how to ask for support in a way that’s honest and self-compassionate, not fear-driven.

I’m not sharing this for sympathy—I’m sharing it because if you’re in this space too, I want you to know you’re not alone. Growth can still happen in the messy middle. Relapse isn’t the end. Sometimes, it’s the moment we get to rebuild with even more intention. #ADHD #ADHDInGirls #Addiction #MentalHealth #Depression #neurodiversity #MightyTogether #Anxiety Learning To Redefine My Recovery

Learning To Redefine My Recovery

What I Learned From Relapsing Two Years Ago—and How It Changed My Life
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What’s your biggest win this week? Mine is celebrating nearly 2 yrs relapse fre and that one never would’ve happened without all my little wins

Hey everyone I decided to write a poem on the importance of celebrating our big and little win because you can’t have one with it the other. #ADHD #ADHDInGirls #Addiction #MentalHealth #Depression #Neurodiversity #MightyTogether #MightyPoets #AspergersSyndrome The Small Things That Saved Me

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The Small Things That Saved Me

A poem for the little wins that carried me forward and us all forward in our journey.
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Let's do not icebreaker question

What’s one small way you’d like to show yourself some kindness today? For me, it might be taking a few minutes to relax and not feel guilty about it—sometimes, giving myself permission to rest is the most kind thing I can do #ADHD #ADHDInGirls #Addiction #MentalHealth #Depression #Neurodiversity #MightyTogether

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Hey everyone—sorry I haven’t been as active lately. I’ve been really sick and also deep in the work of helping launch a new organization for folks with developmental disabilities and neurodiverse people like me. It’s been a lot, but it’s been meaningful.

I also wanted to share something personal: I’ve been relapse-free for two years now.

This journey hasn’t been easy, but every step forward counts—and this milestone reminds me just how far I’ve come

What’s something you’ve done lately in your mental health journey that you’re proud of?

And remember, it matters whether it’s something big or something that feels small. Those little wins add up to the big breakthroughs, and there are no big wins without little wins cause our big wins are made of our little wins. #ADHD #Addiction #ADHDInGirls #Neurodiversity #MentalHealth #Anxiety #BipolarDepression #Depression

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ADHD meds

Has anyone ever experienced a noticeable difference when taking adderall vs vs the generic version?

And I don't have health insurance. I'm on the generic and would like to try thr brandname because 20mg isn't doing much.

Besides the super popular ones, does anyone know of prescription assistance options that would help with a big chunk of the Adderall ( brandname) cost in case I decide to go that route?

Also... what has yalls experience been with thr immediate release vs the extended release versions?

I am new to this med.

Thank you for your input! #ADHD #ADHDInGirls

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Going Through It

Hi!

It's been a while since I've posted. I have a lot going on. I am working full-time at a psychiatric hospital teaching yoga therapy. I am also a full-time student through an online program, and also in a few yoga therapy courses right now on top of that. My fiancé just moved to Texas from Massachusetts, and I won't be joining him until after our wedding in June. We have a very short engagement so I am trying to plan a wedding in just 3 months, prepare to move to Texas, find a job down there, while in school and yoga therapy programs AND work full-time. I'm exhausted always and I am struggling to keep up. I should be working on homework right now but I am so stressed that I would rather do online shopping for my wedding but I really don't have extra funds, so I shouldn't be spending any money. I just start to shut down when I'm overwhelmed and I recognize that that is happening. I really want to go back to the gym for my physical and mental health, but I have no extra energy to do that - even though it'll probably help me in the long run.

Due to the stress, my OCD symptoms have come back in full-force and my ADHD is hindering me, too. My anxiety is so intense. Luckily, the depression isn't bad... I'm too anxious to be depressed... But I do miss my fiancé a lot. The stress is getting to us and causing us to argue a lot, which makes the distance feel even harder. I am so sad and feel like I'm breaking down but I can't let myself crumble because I have way too much going on, and way too much to take care of.

Thank you, for anyone still reading. I could use some encouragement, compassion, and prayers! I am choosing to trust in God moment-to-moment, constantly surrendering, but doubt and fear seems to torment me. I am so afraid of what could go wrong. All the fears and trauma that I thought I healed from seems to be resurfacing. Thoughts? Advice?

I appreciate this community. Thank you all.

#ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Anxiety #Trauma #MentalHealth #MightyTogether #CheckInWithMe #CheerMeOn #ADHD #ADHDInGirls

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