Looking For Info On How Add And Ptsd 'work' Together

[freefloat]

This thread is about ADHD and the interaction of PTSD. Not am I a weak hypochondriac that submits myself to the crowd. I am unclear of why my diagnosis and process means so much to others that are infomal leaders and non-professionals. But thank you for your concern. I do though disagree with your assessment of Me and your assumptions.

I'm sorry that I come across as scared and in a fight response to you. I don't consider respectful debate using fair comment to meet the definition of a fight. Nor do i consider someone scared if they disagree with my point of view. Part of that is examining the logic of statements made. In fact I find it beneficial as through debate, ideas are explored. I am not emotionally invested in anyone else's opinion nor inaccurate diagnosis. I chose my path, one that is valid for Me and that is that. I am my own best expert.

Through presenting a case with fair comment i have been able to increase addiction funding by millions of dollars here. Remove unsupported protocols to allow thousands to obtain the best from of treatment based on evidnce based medacine and psycology. Resulting in many lives being saved and much suffering aleviated.

I am an informed consumer of mental health services. Caveat emptor. I am aware, I consume. At my clinic(18 years) I had T's and GP’s on staff that worked together. It is how it is done here.

BTW: I am not aware of anyone on my fathers side that has ADHD. My mother wasn't NPD. I am unaware of 'so many diagnosis' only two. I've only talked with one member of my family in years. ADHD is genetic. I feel it's a generalization to say that shrinks always provide the best diagnosis. I know that is not accurate. No one is totally free from bias. The trick is in knowing it and how it effects your judgment.

 

[freefloat]

Just started Rotalin. If I'm crank the dub step, start dancing and getting out the glow sticks i guess i'll know i'm not ADD. So far so good. My GP sees me more as PTSD with slight depression and withdrawl not ADD. LOL As that is part of what ADHD/PI looks like.

 

[PTSD sufferer]

I am unclear of why my diagnosis and process means so much to others that are infomal leaders and non-professionals.

Who are you referring to freefloat as an 'informal leader' and 'non-professional'? If you are referring to me, then I kindly request an apology.

Running a multi-billion dollar campaign is not a reason to justify making judgmental statements about others qualifications and leadership skills WHO you do not know.

Ok, so you're not scared, I misunderstood. I would have preferred to think that your responses were fight responses.

When I used your name, that text was intended for you. When I do not, then I am talking in general and stating that living in an unhealthy environment (such as with NPD parents or those with others conditions, or those who are have withdrawals for example) can cause serious anxiety that could appear like someone has GAD, ADHD or Parkinson or any other condition that would make someone unable to sit still...that is a fair and valid point to make...

I thought ADHD is a recessive gene, and not a dominant one?? I also thought there was quite a bit of evidence that ADHD has been over diagnosed and children (in particular) may be needlessly medicated...??

Good luck gathering your information and finding answers. I am sure you will find the right answer for you when you look into it some more.

 

[freefloat]

I am sure you will find the right answer for you when you look into it some more.

 

[freefloat]

From my previous post:

'This thread is about ADHD and the interaction of PTSD. Not am I a weak hypochondriac that submits myself to the crowd. I am unclear of why my diagnosis and process means so much to others that are informal leaders and non-professionals. But thank you for your concern. I do though disagree with your assessment of Me and your assumptions.'

PTSDSuferer: Peer support groups have certain aspects to them. One is that they are considered non-professional in nature. We have others for that role. Others that we chose to involve our self with in a professional manner. A manner that is in accordance with their governing body. There is an expectation that is understood and a responsibility on the professional as dictated by their code of ethics. If they breech their responsibility and damages result they can be found liable. Professional organization also set education and professional development criteria.

When i engage a professional I look at what their credentials are. Where I live the word 'counsellor' can be used by anyone. Many here think that word should be controlled as its lead to damage to by some who thought that word carried some form of competence in the counseling field. A registered Clinical Counselor is a member of a professional organization. Has responsibilities to the client. Psychologists I believe now need to have PhD to get entry into The Registered Clinical Psychologists role. That has changed as it once was an MA. So some psychologists here have MA’s.

If someone on here is a qualified therapist it is in their region. They know better that to start stating they are qualified T and start counseling people at their will. To do so would be unprofessional. They may give advise as a peer but do not stat they are giving their advise as a T with X credentials and their name, address, etc.

I believe there are web sites that provide electronic T. Therefore its a professional fee for service T web site.

I am unaware of anyone on here putting them selves forward as professionals and giving advise. I can pick some out from how they respond at times but I have no greater ability to rely on their statements as i do anyone else. As its a peer support site.

I hope that helps as the word 'professional' can have varying meanings. So no insult intended.

Peer support and professional support are mutually exculsive.

Peer support networks have been shown to be invaluable for everything from cancer patients, recovering addicts, PTSD sufferers etc etc etc. Its complimentary to professional, family and friend support.

It is accepted that in every social groups there will emerge informal leaders. Work place, sports teams, recovery groups all have informal leaders. Its not a pejorative. At times I've been in that position.

I see peer support networks providing valuable experiences for people as they can see them sleeves through others and gain understanding. Get opinions and weight them out for merit as to how it applies to them. They have that right and it just makes sense.

' Not one of us has it all together but together we have it all'

Peace.

 

[PTSD sufferer]

If you understand what a 'mental health care professional' is, then you would agree with Anthony and I that a psychiatrist is the most qualified. If it was me who had been 18 years in the mental health care system, and received incomplete reports, I would question the care I was being given and seek the most qualified in the industry. You even disagree with your GP because of what he said it may NOT be...?

I think you and I should just stay out of each others way, because I feel you do not want a 'discussion', you just want to argue and put others down. You have attacked Anthony and you have attacked me, simply because we have a different opinion than you...guess you do that with 'professionals' too.

I moved the conversation back to your topic of ADD/ ADHD. You again (as you did before) moved the conversation to an attack on others opinions. Anthony is a leader, a professional, an innovator and good person. He had the courage to set up this forum, and the good sense to share his experience which has helped many people on this forum. I am also a leader and a professional in my own field. We may not be psychiatrists, but that is why encourage people to seek advise of PROFESSIONALS, PREFERABLY PSYCHIATRISTS for a diagnosis.

All we have done is shared information and opinion, and recommended qualified help and as a result of our good common sense (which your latest post seems to agree with) has resulted in you attacking us.

Move on to the topic you started, ADD/ ADHD, and share the RESEARCH you have found to help others. Because this thread is NOT creating understanding and you are NOT allowing others to share experiences, information, or opinion... particularly if they conflict with 'self diagnosis'.

 

[unalaa]

I think that there are some misunderstandings going on here and perhaps some information/facts are getting lost with a rise in temperature.

That said, I hope that we can be respectful of each other's differences - different opinions, different experiences, different approaches to pursuing our own answers to address our wounds. Sometimes it's difficult to hear other perspectives while we are in the middle of our own "stuff" (for lack of a better word). At least, I know this is true for me.

Personally, I'd like to hear more about coping with ADD/ADHD and PTSD - anyone have any more thoughts/insights?

 

[freefloat]

What did my questions about PTSD and ADHD have to do with questioning my diagnosis? I politely told you I wasn't interested in a discussion questioning it. I thanked you for your input. You persisted.

Yeah and I've helped thousands, so what? Doesn't mean I'm a professional in your respective fields.

I've complimented and thanked Anthony for what he does here. I'm so far from taking disagreement personally. Attack? I won't apolagise for being assertive.

Thats right after 18 years of addictions/mental health work I picked up on a few things. That plus personal insight, education and faith in those that did diagnose me, leads me to not feel there is any reason to get a second opinion. Appropriate profesionals in the humanaties field respect others boundries. Besides the shrinks here are wacko. NONE of the 17 docs i worked with would refer to them! One i had on the stand, in a family matter case, testified that the DSMIV wasnt used in Canada. As well as BPD doesnt exist and bunch of other stuff that was so wrong. The Judge found his testimony 'unhelpful'. HUH? The guy was a laughing stock. I've also seen them make huge mitsakes with people at times causing suicide attempts from the fall out. It looks much diffrent from the inside.

FYI: Responding well to the ADHD meds. Diagnosis confirmed.

 

[PTSD sufferer]

That said, I hope that we can be respectful of each other's differences - different opinions, different experiences, different approaches to pursuing our own answers to address our wounds.
Personally, I'd like to hear more about coping with ADD/ADHD and PTSD - anyone have any more thoughts/insights?

I will start a new thread that is on topic (ADD/ADHD), where you will be encouraged to get both sides to the story and sharing of opinions and research is allowed.

This thread is not functioning and is obviously freefloats personal payground to insult anyone who does not agree with him or has an alternative point of view.