ADHD. How do you manage the constant stream of thoughts and ideas?

Re:ADHD. How do you manage the constant stream of thoughts a... by maxbond on Tuesday January 13, 2026 @07:36PM (#46610745)

I'm disappointed to acknowledge you have a point. Shame on the FAA for pushing people into the closet with this.

If one did want to become a pilot, I do think it would be critical to determine whether or not they were prone to manic episodes. That really could be very dangerous to a pilot and their crew, passengers, etc.

Also, from my 15 minutes of preliminary research, I don't think that applies to pilots of ultralights. So if your dream is simply to fly, it's still achievable.

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Re:ADHD. How do you manage the constant stream of thoughts a... by polotics on Wednesday January 14, 2026 @01:20AM (#46612949)

Manic episodes is not and ADHD symptom, you're looking at bipolar here. Please.

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Re:ADHD. How do you manage the constant stream of thoughts a... by maxbond on Wednesday January 14, 2026 @02:21AM (#46613301)

Yes, you are correct. My point is that a lot of people who self diagnose as ADHD have a different disorder that causes executive function issues, and it's important to rule out bipolar because it has very different consequences. I don't care if someone with untreated ADHD or ASD flies a plane, but untreated bipolar disorder could actually be dangerous. (Not a doctor.)

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