Q: I’ll be 39 this year, and I’m still not sure what I want to be when I grow up. I’m not looking for fame or riches, I just want to do something I can look at, and be proud to say: Hey, I did that. I have been a computer programmer for over 10 [...]

Q: When I was 15, I was diagnosed with ADHD, but a traumatic memory from my childhood resurfaced recently and I started to look into dissociation. I was wondering how you can tell the difference between the two? My forgetfulness often extends into amnesia: my girlfriend will frequently ask me about something we did or [...]

Q: I was sexually abused when I was about six by my uncle. Although it only happened a few times, what happened has left a scar on me that just won’t heal. I am overweight, I have trouble finding a boyfriend, I am insecure about myself, and I have the lowest self-esteem possible. I am [...]

Q: Why can children with ADHD focus so well on things they like to do without much problem, like video games? I know children who have ADHD and who can play video games for hours — but when it comes to homework, they can’t do it. Why? A: Excellent question! The answer is simple, and [...]

Q: I don’t know what to do: I don’t have insurance yet with my job and I can’t afford a psychiatrist or my medication. Where can I turn? I was taking Vyvanse 40 mg once a day until I lost my job due to cutbacks. I have a new job and desperately need my medication [...]

Q: First of all, thanks for your service. I’ve been searching about my condition, but it doesn’t seems to fit into any specific disorder. I was an incredibly happy child and also quite active; I was diagnosed with ADHD at five years old. Also, I’m a very intelligent person, which was clearly evident since my [...]

Q: My son has ADHD, is irresponsible, and lies. He started lying to cover up his irresponsibility. When continually asked by a teacher about his homework, he started making up excuses: printer broke, parents kept me out too late, etc. This was to avoid the teacher’s wrath if he said “I forgot to do it” [...]