Posted by mist on June 26, 2002, at 16:09:26
In reply to Re:Motivation, Anhedonia, and Meds for ADD, posted by IsoM on June 26, 2002, at 14:03:05
My impression is that coaches work in different ways. You probably have to talk to several and see who would do what you need and for what price. I've also heard of people setting up buddy system type "peer coaching" arrangements. Not sure of the particulars, but I think they call each other to remind/prompt about things, etc.
In my case, I believe developing habits of doing certain things at the same time every day (or almost) a la Flylady (since for me keeping up with housework is a challenge) might help. I am hoping this can be applied to other things besides cleaning, etc. It's already helping me to have an evening routine that I developed based on her recommendations (hope it lasts).
I have read that transitions between activities are harder for ADD people than others. In my case I wonder if some of that might not be anxiety. Sometimes being in "the void"—the transition between one activity and another makes me feel a little anxious.
But again, my problem might be different than yours because in addition to ADD I have the depression and anhedonia to factor in (although since that's getting better it might become easier to sort things out). And I don't take meds for ADD yet although I want to.
> I think that's the curse of ADD people. Perhaps only those with lots of money to hire a secretary, maid, & some workers to keep track of & do the mundane tasks are the satisfied ones.This is my goal. I really think it will be necessary for me to hire some people, if only once a week, once a month, etc.-- not a full time staff. I can probably afford some help once I'm working more.
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