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The more I hear about ADHD, the more I wonder if I have it. Is there something I should be doing?
If not experiencing those things would dramatically make your life better, might go see a psychiatrist about evaluation?
Doesn’t bother me, but my SO is of an other opinion
Why does your SO enter into your taking care of your mental health? This is all about YOU, if they don't like it, they are free to leave and find a partner that does not have it. Never, fucking ever put someone else's opinion before your well being.
Sure. Favorite stuff that sounds relatable, and don't stress. Many ADHD traits are relatable to everyone. Once you have a good amount of things that seem relatable, though, bring it up at your next doctors visit or read some posts about how to seek diagnosis or treatment. If it's only a few things here or there and everything in your life is going just fine, don't worry about it. :)
Also, I'm so happy for the internet. ADHD isn't becoming more common, but awareness of it is.