Im a 31 year old introverted woman. As the title states, I’m hella nervous about my upcoming appointment. I’m Super Sorry for this long post. 😔
Sadly a few weeks ago, I did see someone through zoom but my mind drew a huge blank when she asked why I’m seeking help. I get that way when I’m nervous also wasn’t showing signs. She’s was annoyed and wouldn’t help me. She ended it literally within 5 minutes. For her, I was just a waste of time. So now I’m super nervous it’ll happen again…this time it’s in person. It took me a while to work up the courage to seek help from someone else and I don’t wanna blow it again.
For a while now I’ve suspected I’ve ADHD. I never thought adults could get diagnosed with it. I decided to google it one day and I did online self evaluations which I passed for someone who could possibly have ADHD. All my life since childhood, I’ve always had a difficult time in school. Had a difficult time completing assignments and huge lack of attention. I always was labeled dumb by everyone, siblings, classmates and still to this day I still think that way. I just want answers from a psychiatrist as to why I’m like this or am I really dumb? It does affect me on a daily basis at work and life.
Thought I am on the introvert side, I can be a bit hyperactive. Like I’ll interrupt in conversations and can’t always sit still.
My symptoms:
-trouble staying focused and paying attention
-forgetfulness (writing down stuff doesn’t always help)
-racing thoughts (inner)
-A lot of internal feelings
-lack of motivation
-easily overwhelmed
-daydream all the time
-I am a huge procrastinator
-I don’t have a lot of friends because I don’t like social interaction
-easily bored
-I am reserved, shy.
Any introverts out there with this issue?
Hopefully this lady is nicer and more patient. What should I expect? What will be asked? Any suggestions? What should I say?