For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets the brain

Re:For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets ... by triggercut on Monday November 21, 2022 @04:11AM (#33690490)

I did, my Blood Pressure is not great either but luckily, not enough to prevent taking anything, but enough to be careful. I'm in ok shape, not the best I've ever been in, but not terrible. I just take something to help reduce my heart rate at night.

Unfortunately stimulants don't have much of an affect on me so I take quite a high dose at the moment. I'm doing all the suggested things to help them along, like increasing protein, getting more Zinc, Magnesium, Vitamin D etc, staying away from citrus. Ensuring good sleep hygiene.

I see a psychologist regularly to unpick the weight of all the masking and coping mechanisms. It's a long process, but making much more progress than when I thought it was just depression and perfectionism issues.

I'm starting Neurofeedback to see if that helps and planning to use an ADHD specific performance coach in the new year to help with work.

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Re:For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets ... by elcritch on Monday November 21, 2022 @04:22AM (#33690563)

You might discuss an SSRI with your docs if you don't already take one. They can help with the depression, and seem to promote neurogenesis which can help the re-wiring process. Of course they can have side effects.

I've been curious about neurofeedback too. You mean the ones that record physiological responses right? Theres also brain stimulation devices which seem intriguing https://www.healio.com/news/psychiatry/20190422/fda-permits-...

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Re:For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets ... by goldenkey on Monday November 21, 2022 @07:02AM (#33691631)

Warning: SSRIs are highly habit forming despite not being scheduled as narcotics. They cause intense physical dependence. In my opinion, the juice is not worth the squeeze.

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Re:For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets ... by TurkishPoptart on Monday November 21, 2022 @04:26PM (#33698175)

Question: what's the issue with citrus in this regard? Does it make long-acting medications not work as intended? My doctor never mentioned anything about citrus so I'm curious. thanks

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Re:For some with ADHD, the low rumble of brown noise quiets ... by jstarfish on Monday November 21, 2022 @07:15PM (#33700081)

Citrus (grapefruit is probably the worst offender) inhibits your body's absorption of some medications, so taking both in conjunction can become toxic over time.

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