I think ADHD might be my problem

Well, I always seem to be Gung Ho with losing weight, but when I am offered a baked good or I have an opportunity to eat something fried I take it.  I have been pretty down on myself.  I have tried every diet known to man and had weight loss surgery still to end up still obese.  Well, a couple months ago I decided to see a therapist and although she is great I still was not improving or making changes.  Actually, I was getting worse.  My weight went up to 255 lbs.  A lot of my clothes became tight and I would pretty much avoid them.  I then decided to see a psychiatrist to address my ADHD.  I had been previously diagnosed, but discontinued taking medication when pregnant with my middle child (now 6 years old).  So, I started taking Adderall extended about a week ago and I am down to 245 lbs.  I only feel mildly focused, but focused enough to make better food choices.  I am no longer constantly obsessing about food.  I think I may be ok.  I am very hopeful.

Good job friend.  I also have ADHD and cycled through a host of medications, most of them made me feel psychotic.  :{  For me, I just had to get a strategy and structure going, because the more choices I *could* make, the less good choices I *seem* to make.  :}  Its not good or bad, its just the way I am!

I hope this works so very well for you!  Its nice to be able to focus for a minute without...

hey!  Butterflies! 
:}

I was recently diagnosed with ADD. I've always had it and known it, and up until this summer I thought I had a good handle on it. This summer has been really tough, and I thought I definitely needed some help. I saw my doctor and did some tests, and I definitely had some issues. I started on meds a few weeks ago, and it's already making a huge difference. I also am seeing a side benefit of less head hunger and better focus on following the rules. You are certainly not alone! =)

Heidi

Oh yeah,  I totally get the "enthusiastic without the follow through" aspects of ADD.  No official diagnosis, they didn't have labels like that around when I was a kid, but I could be the poster child-- as bad as that dog in "UP," and not just squirrels....

Glad you're open to trying new sources of help until you find the one that works for you.  Sometimes it's a combination, but you're on the right path.  Keep on working it, and let us know how you're doing. 

How do you know if you have ADHD or ADD as an adult?  What r u symptoms?

I am a therapist so I actually was aware of it for many years.  I was diagnosed by a psychiatrist.  I also completed several scales which are probably available online.  Disorganized, forgetful, interrupts others, fail to complete tasks, etc.