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Re:Ask HN: With ADHD, how did you become an effective softwa... by Ruxbin1986 on Thursday December 05, 2019 @08:22PM (#21718504)
Agreed entirely. ADHD is real and should be taken seriously. I've been tested positive by a non-quack in the 90s and again as an adult a few years ago.

Building off of this especially the accountability section - when those with ADHD fail (and those with other mental disorders) - is often perceived by others as poor priorities, lack of maturity, etc. It's critical that it not be seen as such and those help the individual stay on task - through positive reinforcement, task management, organization, etc. - NOT shame.

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Re:Ask HN: With ADHD, how did you become an effective softwa... by Ruxbin1986 on Thursday December 05, 2019 @08:25PM (#21718512)
On another note, while I admit there are good ADD Resources - many of them are geared towards parents, teachers, kids, doctors.

I find resources for adult significantly lacking. And therapy is an option however many US Health Insurance plans don't cover therapy.

And my deductible is an amazing $5,000. Ugh.

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