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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield

I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment.

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By (user no longer on site)
3 weeks ago


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

Diagnosed ADHD here.

You can message me if you need to talk.

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By *onderWomanWlvWoman
3 weeks ago

Wolverhampton

AuDHD here. I am quite risk averse overall, yet I do think that sex with strangers is still risk taking behaviour and I do seek that (what a contradiction!) - I satiate the au part of me by having a set of rules I follow that must be reached before I engage in the risky behaviour. This has evolved over time and with experience.

I actually think my presence in this area of society is significantly more sensory-seeking driven than a desire for risk.

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield

I think the risky sex and paraphilias/hypersexuality is down to sensory stuff. A search for dopamine.

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By *lemfandango99Man
3 weeks ago

Stockport

Ive got AuDHD, diagnosed recently. Still not medicated. I struggle with the risk taking and seeking out stuff. Sometimes I worry I'm going too far.

I get so angry with myself all the time just wishing I could operate like a "normal" person. Sometimes I just lock myself away to save myself and others from my erratic behaviour. I hate that I can't just be like everyone else and not get exhausted by masking 24/7

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By (user no longer on site)
3 weeks ago


"Ive got AuDHD, diagnosed recently. Still not medicated. I struggle with the risk taking and seeking out stuff. Sometimes I worry I'm going too far.

I get so angry with myself all the time just wishing I could operate like a "normal" person. Sometimes I just lock myself away to save myself and others from my erratic behaviour. I hate that I can't just be like everyone else and not get exhausted by masking 24/7"

Solidarity.

Have you had any therapy?

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By *lemfandango99Man
3 weeks ago

Stockport

Not for my Audhd, I have for my other things (ptsd ect)

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By (user no longer on site)
3 weeks ago


"Not for my Audhd, I have for my other things (ptsd ect)"

Joining a support group for neurodivergent people can be very helful.

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By *lemfandango99Man
3 weeks ago

Stockport


"Not for my Audhd, I have for my other things (ptsd ect)

Joining a support group for neurodivergent people can be very helful.

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I didnt know there were any tbh

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield


"Not for my Audhd, I have for my other things (ptsd ect)

Joining a support group for neurodivergent people can be very helful.

I didnt know there were any tbh"

I've had a brief look where I live and there are peer to peer support groups for ASD and ADHD. If you feel brave enough then have a look.

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By *eyDJMan
3 weeks ago

Willenhall

autistic here too

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By (user no longer on site)
3 weeks ago


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

This is a very helpful post.

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By *rymedownunderMan
3 weeks ago

London/Australia

Love this thread. I'm undiagnosed but based on my kids recent diagnosis now pretty certain I'm ASD. Never thought of the link to risk taking before. But do believe that there is a link to my genuine fear of putting face pics on here - even in private. Be really interested in further discussions on this topic or if anyone wants to discuss in private.

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
3 weeks ago

near Putney Heath


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

I have autism and Borderline/Emotionally Unstable personality disorder, diagnosed.

I also have complex childhood PTSD, ADHD traits, disordered eating, chronic fatigue, and perimenopause undiagnosed.

I've had DBT, STEPPS and MBT psychotherapies to deal with the BPD/EUPD which has curbed the more/most unhealthy, dysfunctional and toxic behaviours. The thoughts feelings and triggers come and go but the main thing is that I control and manage my behaviour so I don't hurt myself or anyone else...physically or psychologically.

I'm naturally risk-averse but I do see some behaviours as sensory seeking or sensory soothing or a reaction to being overstimulated or understimulated.

I spend 7 hours a week working on my mental health just like people spend 7 hours a week in the gym/exercising working on their physical health.

I don't have a family or a full-time job so that means I have more time to look after myself but if you are reaching a crisis point, you might have to change your lifestyle to survive.

In my NHS support group we talk about managing the risk and harm reduction. so I can only suggest finding ways to honour your sensory and sexual needs with the lowest risk and least harm.

this is different for everyone. I attended BDSM workshops to learn about how to reduce harm and risk, I talk over my bheviours with my safety buddies and psychotherapist and I attend the sexual health clinic regularly and they discuss safe sex, birth control, pregnancy termination, vaccinations with me and Prep and Pep with me.

I'm open and as transparent with my playmate as possible.

I also try to work with my playmates to be safe, sane, sober, consensual and communicative- BDSM acronyms.

I'm newly diagnosed with autism so I'm still reading books and information and implementing unmasking and sensory detox strategies. I also engage in low-risk intimacy, such as a massage from another person, excluding genitals, which meets my sensory needs and connects me to the sexual feelings and sensations in my body.

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
3 weeks ago

near Putney Heath


"Not for my Audhd, I have for my other things (ptsd ect)

Joining a support group for neurodivergent people can be very helful.

I didn't know there were any tbh"

loads online and loads on meetup for in-person

loads of groups...not the other type....lol!

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By *rostgiantMan
3 weeks ago

Telford on 5th July

I'm diagnosed ADHD with STRONG possibility of Autism as well.

I simply crave variety. And risk is variety 😅

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
3 weeks ago

near Putney Heath


"I think the risky sex and paraphilias/hypersexuality is down to sensory stuff. A search for dopamine."

luckily I recognise I get dopamine from other stuff so I don't always have to turn to sexual stuff.

on the down side of that, I hyperfocus on the other dopamine stuff and then due to my triggers end up dissociating and disconnecting from my body and other people and reality in general.

so it's all about balance for me.

Exercise alone or with my trainers stops me from disconnecting/dossociating completely and provides a small amount of dopamine/serotonin/adrenaline/oxytocin that keeps me emotionally regulated.

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
3 weeks ago

near Putney Heath


"I'm diagnosed ADHD with STRONG possibility of Autism as well.

I simply crave variety. And risk is variety 😅"

I do the variety without the risk. I feel sick doing something high risk....it might be too sensory overstimulating for me. I get overstimulated easily.

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By *rostgiantMan
3 weeks ago

Telford on 5th July


"I'm diagnosed ADHD with STRONG possibility of Autism as well.

I simply crave variety. And risk is variety 😅

I do the variety without the risk. I feel sick doing something high risk....it might be too sensory overstimulating for me. I get overstimulated easily. "

I did have a meet in a swimming pool changing room, that was very risky

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield

Thank you all for responding so openly and honestly. I think I suffer from understimulation and I'm always craving the dopamine. Food is an easy solution but I often find it in unhealthy meets with people I shouldn't meet.

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By *ertiBMan
3 weeks ago

Bournemouth


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I actually think my presence in this area of society is significantly more sensory-seeking driven than a desire for risk. "

Definitely sensory-seeking with me. I’m not diagnosed (wasn’t a thing when I was a kid unless you were disruptive) but my son has been diagnosed with Au/ADHD and ever since everyone’s pointed out how I’m similar!

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
3 weeks ago

Central

But related to risky sex but there have been a number of posts for neurodivergent people here, including the following -

https://m.fabswingers.com/forum/swingers/1447141

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By *rymedownunderMan
3 weeks ago

London/Australia


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my son has been diagnosed with Au/ADHD and ever since everyone’s pointed out how I’m similar! "

So many of us in this same situation I think

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield

I am also from the time when you had to be acutely non verbal or disruptive to be diagnosed. It turns out I'm very high masking and I never even knew until the last few weeks what had been happening in my life and how pushing it down has caused innumerable problems and issues. I'm simultaneously relieved to have an answer but despondent at how my life has been ruined by my non diagnosis.

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By *irsSubCouple
3 weeks ago

Darlington


"I am also from the time when you had to be acutely non verbal or disruptive to be diagnosed. It turns out I'm very high masking and I never even knew until the last few weeks what had been happening in my life and how pushing it down has caused innumerable problems and issues. I'm simultaneously relieved to have an answer but despondent at how my life has been ruined by my non diagnosis. "

Why do you say ruined? Sorry just playing devil's advocate as an ADHD person with a high proclivity for risky sexual behaviour. Mindset is key

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield


"I am also from the time when you had to be acutely non verbal or disruptive to be diagnosed. It turns out I'm very high masking and I never even knew until the last few weeks what had been happening in my life and how pushing it down has caused innumerable problems and issues. I'm simultaneously relieved to have an answer but despondent at how my life has been ruined by my non diagnosis.

Why do you say ruined? Sorry just playing devil's advocate as an ADHD person with a high proclivity for risky sexual behaviour. Mindset is key"

In the way that I've never had a job until I was in my 40's. I could never revise at school so i always did shit in exams. I told people but I never got the support I needed. I could have done so much more with the right support and understanding. I can see retirement looming and I have nothing really. I'm still coming to terms with things, I'll try harder with mindset but I don't really know what to do ATM.

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By *irsSubCouple
3 weeks ago

Darlington


"I am also from the time when you had to be acutely non verbal or disruptive to be diagnosed. It turns out I'm very high masking and I never even knew until the last few weeks what had been happening in my life and how pushing it down has caused innumerable problems and issues. I'm simultaneously relieved to have an answer but despondent at how my life has been ruined by my non diagnosis.

Why do you say ruined? Sorry just playing devil's advocate as an ADHD person with a high proclivity for risky sexual behaviour. Mindset is key

In the way that I've never had a job until I was in my 40's. I could never revise at school so i always did shit in exams. I told people but I never got the support I needed. I could have done so much more with the right support and understanding. I can see retirement looming and I have nothing really. I'm still coming to terms with things, I'll try harder with mindset but I don't really know what to do ATM. "

All you can affect is the future, if you do have ADHD you will eat yourself alive worrying about the past.

My top tip is use the diagnosis to understand yourself and avoid using it as an excuse to anyone other than yourself.

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By *electableicecreamMan
3 weeks ago

The West

It's common with ADHD to function with a dopamine deficit and so dopamine seeking behavior follows.

Choose your poison. Sex, especially novel, new, risky sex, definitely qualifies.

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 weeks ago

Sheffield


"I am also from the time when you had to be acutely non verbal or disruptive to be diagnosed. It turns out I'm very high masking and I never even knew until the last few weeks what had been happening in my life and how pushing it down has caused innumerable problems and issues. I'm simultaneously relieved to have an answer but despondent at how my life has been ruined by my non diagnosis.

Why do you say ruined? Sorry just playing devil's advocate as an ADHD person with a high proclivity for risky sexual behaviour. Mindset is key

In the way that I've never had a job until I was in my 40's. I could never revise at school so i always did shit in exams. I told people but I never got the support I needed. I could have done so much more with the right support and understanding. I can see retirement looming and I have nothing really. I'm still coming to terms with things, I'll try harder with mindset but I don't really know what to do ATM.

All you can affect is the future, if you do have ADHD you will eat yourself alive worrying about the past.

My top tip is use the diagnosis to understand yourself and avoid using it as an excuse to anyone other than yourself."

Wise words, thanks for those. I'm just self diagnosed though no official diagnosis. Waiting list here is humongous

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By *yzzy342Man
2 weeks ago

southampton


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

This resonates so much. Thank you.

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By *hycuriousguy67Man
2 weeks ago

Saxmundham

I was diagnosed with ADHD at 56. All my life I have been ultra-impulsive, normally manifesting itself in binge-eating and risky sexual behaviour. I have been medicated with Elvanse for the last 3 to 4 months and my impulsiveness is greatly improved. I’ve not had a binge since starting my meds, although my desire for sexual fulfillment seems just as strong. Still, you’ve got to have some vices. I don’t drink, I don’t smoke and I don’t do drugs, so the odd sexual desire now and again is not too bad.

I do note on fab (both swingers and guys) that a lot of men have unprotected sex. I don’t think I would go that far on a casual encounter; my risk appetite would not go that far.

If you are able to I would recommend trying medication. My life has certainly improved. I hope you are able to get local help and support soon.

Take care and best wishes.

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By *hycuriousguy67Man
2 weeks ago

Saxmundham


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

There are a lot of scientific papers on this subject online, so it’s a fairly common thing. Unfortunately, having ADHD and reading scientific papers does not go hand in hand. Please see my previous post about my experience with medication and its affect on impulsiveness. I know the route to medication is long and torturous but it really does help.

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By (user no longer on site)
2 weeks ago

I have never felt so relieved over something that's caused me so much worry.

What a great bunch on here. Thank to everyone for sharing xx

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By *ongAndThick123Man
2 weeks ago

Leeds

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By *otanormalnameWoman
2 weeks ago

Here and There

Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me.

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By *hycuriousguy67Man
2 weeks ago

Saxmundham


"Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me. "

Interesting. Self harm (or more accurately self sabotage) has been a big factor throughout my life. The risky sex would definitely be a part of that.

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By *otanormalnameWoman
2 weeks ago

Here and There


"Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me.

Interesting. Self harm (or more accurately self sabotage) has been a big factor throughout my life. The risky sex would definitely be a part of that."

Exactly that, it was interesting to hear about when I discussed my previous sexcapades as a young adult.

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By *egoMan
2 weeks ago

Preston

Yep…

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By *esparate danMan
2 weeks ago

glasgow


"Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me.

Interesting. Self harm (or more accurately self sabotage) has been a big factor throughout my life. The risky sex would definitely be a part of that.

Exactly that, it was interesting to hear about when I discussed my previous sexcapades as a young adult. "

Has this insight been useful to you

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By *otanormalnameWoman
2 weeks ago

Here and There


"Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me.

Interesting. Self harm (or more accurately self sabotage) has been a big factor throughout my life. The risky sex would definitely be a part of that.

Exactly that, it was interesting to hear about when I discussed my previous sexcapades as a young adult.

Has this insight been useful to you "

It was very because I was able to realise when I was 'not in control' and find other means of fixing it. I still enjoy sex now but not to the extent I was back in my early adulthood

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Sheffield

I see myself in so much of what you all say. I also struggle with overeating as a quick way to get a dopamine hit. I'm feeling slightly better as I at least now know what's causing me to act and feel this way. That's a step forward at least. I'm going to thank you all for your contributions again.

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By *heVikingJarlMan
2 weeks ago

behind you

I know how you feel I am undiagnosed too as NHS won't look at me, turned down my referral and I hear what you're saying.

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By *luttygirl25Woman
2 weeks ago

mids

I totally get it and the same

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By *smith87Man
1 week ago

totton

I'm undiagnosed waiting for my assesment but know I definitely am. I too do risky sexual things. Wanting to chat to More

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By *oobaaMan
1 week ago

South Shields

Autistic and ADHD. Just finished private CBT therapy and waiting for a referal that can take over 2 years on NHS.

Trust me on this one...taking risks sexually...Ive done most of them..legally obviously

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
1 week ago

Sheffield

Its a self destructive cycle

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip

I’m diagnosed and on meds for my neurospicyness! And I do hold it responsible for always feeling so horny!

Always happy to chat to others who feel they may be neurodiverse or in the same situation.

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By *ornyfitguyforfunMan
6 days ago

bristol

I have ADHD diagnosed recently and I know how hard it can get ... I am currently on medication its helps a bit i think if anyone needs some emotional support I can help them out ... . Firstly I thought I was all in my head coming from a conservative family where they didn't care about mental health while my friends teachers and peers always told me I had it since school and i didnt read up about it . Funnily enough when I moved abroad I talked to a counselor which said the same thing and my reaction was OK I have heard this before is this a bird or something ... She got me an appointment and told me to get tested and I got like a very high reading for it .. Please get yourself tested and follow the GP advice it will do you so much good

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place

Again undiagnosed but I definitely have ADHD

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place

And yes it can almost be like the riskier, or the "naughtier" the situation the more it turns me on

Interesting never thought it could be linked

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By *luttygirl25Woman
6 days ago

mids

I just have to process things a lot more doing them which I never used too

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield

I think one if my problems has been that I thought everyone feels this way but it turns out they don't. And yet I always felt different from everyone else as well.

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place

I find I'm getting worse as I get older.

I wouldn't have tried it on with a married co-worker before, yet now we fuck regularly where we could easily get caught in work.

I have even started being ridiculously flirty in work emails etc

I think it's a real thing and not sure how to manage it 🙈

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"I find I'm getting worse as I get older.

I wouldn't have tried it on with a married co-worker before, yet now we fuck regularly where we could easily get caught in work.

I have even started being ridiculously flirty in work emails etc

I think it's a real thing and not sure how to manage it 🙈"

I think, but I'm not certain, that the trick is to find your dopamine hit somewhere else, somewhere safer. I thinks it's the dopamine deficit we struggle with.

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place


"I find I'm getting worse as I get older.

I wouldn't have tried it on with a married co-worker before, yet now we fuck regularly where we could easily get caught in work.

I have even started being ridiculously flirty in work emails etc

I think it's a real thing and not sure how to manage it 🙈

I think, but I'm not certain, that the trick is to find your dopamine hit somewhere else, somewhere safer. I thinks it's the dopamine deficit we struggle with."

Could he right as after I've cum it's more than post nut clarity, I keep saying I'll stop but I can't

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"I find I'm getting worse as I get older.

I wouldn't have tried it on with a married co-worker before, yet now we fuck regularly where we could easily get caught in work.

I have even started being ridiculously flirty in work emails etc

I think it's a real thing and not sure how to manage it 🙈"

They say when you hit 40 things get worse.

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place


"I find I'm getting worse as I get older.

I wouldn't have tried it on with a married co-worker before, yet now we fuck regularly where we could easily get caught in work.

I have even started being ridiculously flirty in work emails etc

I think it's a real thing and not sure how to manage it 🙈

They say when you hit 40 things get worse. "

This true?

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"I think one if my problems has been that I thought everyone feels this way but it turns out they don't. And yet I always felt different from everyone else as well."

That’s one of the problems. Spend your life not feeling you fit in, yet still thinking others are wired the same.

Then once you realise why you are how you are, for example adhd you are then left wondering what “normal” feels like!

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"

They say when you hit 40 things get worse.

This true?"

Yes! ADHD is obviously always present, but it’s pretty challenging in childhood up until early twenties, then as your life settles down so does your adhd. But from around 40, it’s back to kick your ass 🤣

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place


"

They say when you hit 40 things get worse.

This true?

Yes! ADHD is obviously always present, but it’s pretty challenging in childhood up until early twenties, then as your life settles down so does your adhd. But from around 40, it’s back to kick your ass 🤣"

Just turned 40 thank fuck for that huh

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip

One thing I’m very aware of is that a LOT of what I do/regular habits in my life is chasing a dopamine hit!

Whether that’s knocking one out, sexual encounters, risk taking, retail therapy or drinking plenty of caffeine it’s all for the dopamine!

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By *andering Welsh GuyMan
6 days ago

All over the place


"One thing I’m very aware of is that a LOT of what I do/regular habits in my life is chasing a dopamine hit!

Whether that’s knocking one out, sexual encounters, risk taking, retail therapy or drinking plenty of caffeine it’s all for the dopamine! "

Yup that's me 100%

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"

Just turned 40 thank fuck for that huh"

Most probably it then bud!

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"I just have to process things a lot more doing them which I never used too "

In what way hun? Process as in Thinking about things?

Over thinking things is a huge part of adhd and can be a nightmare!

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"One thing I’m very aware of is that a LOT of what I do/regular habits in my life is chasing a dopamine hit!

Whether that’s knocking one out, sexual encounters, risk taking, retail therapy or drinking plenty of caffeine it’s all for the dopamine! "

Dammit, I never considered caffeine. I am an overeater as my brain has learned that's an easy hit.

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By *un N Games!Man
6 days ago

ruislip


"

Dammit, I never considered caffeine. I am an overeater as my brain has learned that's an easy hit."

Yep it’s definitely a nice easy one to have a tea or coffee!

If you have adhd you will also find the caffeine is NOT effecting you as it would a neurotypical person, it wont stop you sleeping for example! (same with energy drinks, cocaine, amphetamines etc). For them it speeds things up, but as neurodiverse are already 100 miles an hour and our brains are wired differently it slows us down and allows us to focus.

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"

Dammit, I never considered caffeine. I am an overeater as my brain has learned that's an easy hit.

Yep it’s definitely a nice easy one to have a tea or coffee!

If you have adhd you will also find the caffeine is NOT effecting you as it would a neurotypical person, it wont stop you sleeping for example! (same with energy drinks, cocaine, amphetamines etc). For them it speeds things up, but as neurodiverse are already 100 miles an hour and our brains are wired differently it slows us down and allows us to focus.

"

I took E once and needed to go to bed. I never understood at the time but it makes sense now. I usually start yawning after a coffee.

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By *eepBlueSeaMan
6 days ago

somewhere north east

Undiagnosed but this thread makes sense.

People have been telling me I'm ADHD for as long as I can remember but for me, this is just normal.

Alot of my life has been spent searching for relief from the noise in my brain.

I have it under control now I'm old but when younger, risky and stupid behaviour was the norm.

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By *eepBlueSeaMan
6 days ago

somewhere north east

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By *eepBlueSeaMan
6 days ago

somewhere north east


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Dammit, I never considered caffeine. I am an overeater as my brain has learned that's an easy hit.

Yep it’s definitely a nice easy one to have a tea or coffee!

If you have adhd you will also find the caffeine is NOT effecting you as it would a neurotypical person, it wont stop you sleeping for example! (same with energy drinks, cocaine, amphetamines etc). For them it speeds things up, but as neurodiverse are already 100 miles an hour and our brains are wired differently it slows us down and allows us to focus.

I took E once and needed to go to bed. I never understood at the time but it makes sense now. I usually start yawning after a coffee."

I once took a massive dose of LSD .everyone told me I'd be awake for 24 hours. I fell asleep whilst watching movie a few hours in

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By *orny PTMan
6 days ago

Peterborough

'not diagnosed but something's not right'

That's me: with an official assessment not diagnosis. That session proved that I do have TRAITS of ADHD and Dyscalculia (that's numbers, planning and memory issues).

None of these conditions exist in isolation, so along with IBS and oat intolerance (Gluten is healthy for me) and diverticular disease.

My whole gut brain link is giving me problems and it's going to take a lot of joined up thinking and cross specialist head scratching in order to get to the bottom of this.

A lot of this dates back to 1981, so I am NOT jumping on the trendy-to-be-ill-bandwagon.

Waiting times are in years

Will going private give a globally recognised diagnosis?

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By *witchboy24Man
6 days ago

Derby

Diagnosed here and I agree, its very much chasing dopamine, hence why I'm very open minded, have learnt to just accept it as long as I'm staying STD free, it can be quite liberating!

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"'not diagnosed but something's not right'

That's me: with an official assessment not diagnosis. That session proved that I do have TRAITS of ADHD and Dyscalculia (that's numbers, planning and memory issues).

None of these conditions exist in isolation, so along with IBS and oat intolerance (Gluten is healthy for me) and diverticular disease.

My whole gut brain link is giving me problems and it's going to take a lot of joined up thinking and cross specialist head scratching in order to get to the bottom of this.

A lot of this dates back to 1981, so I am NOT jumping on the trendy-to-be-ill-bandwagon.

Waiting times are in years

Will going private give a globally recognised diagnosis?"

I recognise the ISB thing as well.

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By *orny PTMan
6 days ago

Peterborough


"'not diagnosed but something's not right'

That's me: with an official assessment not diagnosis. That session proved that I do have TRAITS of ADHD and Dyscalculia (that's numbers, planning and memory issues).

None of these conditions exist in isolation, so along with IBS and oat intolerance (Gluten is healthy for me) and diverticular disease.

My whole gut brain link is giving me problems and it's going to take a lot of joined up thinking and cross specialist head scratching in order to get to the bottom of this.

A lot of this dates back to 1981, so I am NOT jumping on the trendy-to-be-ill-bandwagon.

Waiting times are in years

Will going private give a globally recognised diagnosis?

I recognise the ISB thing as well. "

How are you managing?

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"'not diagnosed but something's not right'

That's me: with an official assessment not diagnosis. That session proved that I do have TRAITS of ADHD and Dyscalculia (that's numbers, planning and memory issues).

None of these conditions exist in isolation, so along with IBS and oat intolerance (Gluten is healthy for me) and diverticular disease.

My whole gut brain link is giving me problems and it's going to take a lot of joined up thinking and cross specialist head scratching in order to get to the bottom of this.

A lot of this dates back to 1981, so I am NOT jumping on the trendy-to-be-ill-bandwagon.

Waiting times are in years

Will going private give a globally recognised diagnosis?

I recognise the ISB thing as well.

How are you managing?"

Well I've been masking for nearly 50 years. Bottling it up and pushing it down without realising what it was until a few months ago so...it's very much a work in progress ATM.

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By *esparate danMan
6 days ago

glasgow

What happened a few months ago

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"What happened a few months ago"

I self diagnosed myself as autistic/adhd. Then everything made sense.

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By *orny PTMan
6 days ago

Peterborough


"What happened a few months ago

I self diagnosed myself as autistic/adhd. Then everything made sense. "

What happens next?

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"What happened a few months ago

I self diagnosed myself as autistic/adhd. Then everything made sense.

What happens next?"

Frankly I don't know. There's something like a ten year waiting list for adult diagnosis here in Sheffield.

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By *esparate danMan
6 days ago

glasgow

What do you think an official diagnosis would bring

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By *orny PTMan
6 days ago

Peterborough


"What do you think an official diagnosis would bring "

The rubber stamp that can carry a lot of weight and hopefully a prescription, that should help with the symptoms.

ie, being able to sleep, improved memory and the ability to think clearer...I imagine

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"What do you think an official diagnosis would bring "

This is the question! Is it really worth pursuing for what might be a decade? I'll be nearly 60 by that point and, frankly, the damage has already been done. So, I'm asking myself the very same question.

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
6 days ago

Sheffield


"What do you think an official diagnosis would bring

The rubber stamp that can carry a lot of weight and hopefully a prescription, that should help with the symptoms.

ie, being able to sleep, improved memory and the ability to think clearer...I imagine"

^^^

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By *onforming_deviantWoman
5 days ago

Hull


"I think the risky sex and paraphilias/hypersexuality is down to sensory stuff. A search for dopamine."

I'm entirely convinced most 'sex pest' behavior is sensory seeking.

I haven't had sex in seven years ATM but if I developed a safe aquantance and we started having sex... He'd quickly tire of me wanting to keep going and go again, touch..

I've had an ex partner during a hook up say 'ergh id forgotten you were like this' and that was the first I even considered it might be a problem haha

Like another comment above I've always had 'rules' or standard of communication required before I'd be willing to engage with someone sexually.

It's never been an excitement for risk for me it's always been either riding the high of feeling connected to someone, sharing an experience or wanting to experience something and this being my best option to try and enjoy.

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By *oobaaMan
5 days ago

South Shields


"What do you think an official diagnosis would bring

This is the question! Is it really worth pursuing for what might be a decade? I'll be nearly 60 by that point and, frankly, the damage has already been done. So, I'm asking myself the very same question."

Same here. My fear is trying different meds that ultimately wont make any difference. At this moment,I am ok and managing so why rock that boat

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By *ocky82Man
5 days ago

Watford

I’m 42 just been diagnosed with combined ADHD, Autism, OCD and ODD.

Happy to talk to anyone regarding this

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By *un N Games!Man
5 days ago

ruislip

For anyone that “thinks” they may have adhd, but not interested/put off getting a diagnosis, have you read anything about the links between undiagnosed adhd and Parkinson’s?

Both are linked to problems with dopamine.

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By *aerphilthytwosomeCouple
5 days ago

Caerphilly

Does anyone find they use sex to regulate at all? Have found myself using it to get that connection with another person for dopamine, but it’s usually the fastest way to regulate and get back to myself when I’m in a spiral. When you add the impulsivity stuff in it can sometimes lead you to risky places I guess.

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By *rymedownunderMan
5 days ago

London/Australia


"Does anyone find they use sex to regulate at all? Have found myself using it to get that connection with another person for dopamine, but it’s usually the fastest way to regulate and get back to myself when I’m in a spiral. When you add the impulsivity stuff in it can sometimes lead you to risky places I guess. "

Yes I have done. Didn't realise it at the time because I wasn't diagnosed then. But I recognise it now looking back

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By *aerphilthytwosomeCouple
5 days ago

Caerphilly


"

Yes I have done. Didn't realise it at the time because I wasn't diagnosed then. But I recognise it now looking back"

Yea that’s fair. There’s so much there when you look back on it. Is it something that happens as much now you know?

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By *oobaaMan
4 days ago

South Shields


"Does anyone find they use sex to regulate at all? Have found myself using it to get that connection with another person for dopamine, but it’s usually the fastest way to regulate and get back to myself when I’m in a spiral. When you add the impulsivity stuff in it can sometimes lead you to risky places I guess. "

Absolutely 100%

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By *quirrel!Man
4 days ago

Near Hyde Park

Quick question - if you know you’re adhd, do you think it’s worth getting a diagnosis (keeping in mind my age)

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By *moothstaffspeepsCouple
4 days ago

Stafford

I was diagnosed at 52 my sister works with neurodivergent kids and I was particularly low at that time. I sought out private diagnosis and it’s been life changing for me. It explained so much and now I embrace my quirky nature and understanding the components of ADHD such as RSD has been life changing

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By *acky RacersCouple
4 days ago

Lincoln


"What do you think an official diagnosis would bring

This is the question! Is it really worth pursuing for what might be a decade? I'll be nearly 60 by that point and, frankly, the damage has already been done. So, I'm asking myself the very same question.

Same here. My fear is trying different meds that ultimately wont make any difference. At this moment,I am ok and managing so why rock that boat "

I'm diagnosed but unmedicated...you dont have to go down the meds route. Just having the diagnosis and being able to seek out specific therapy designed to work through and around the things I find challenging as well as doing a lot if my own learning and being able to enable my partner to understand some of the things I struggle with have been complete game changers for me. Working on emotional regulation was relationship saving...

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By *aerphilthytwosomeCouple
4 days ago

Caerphilly


"I'm diagnosed but unmedicated...you dont have to go down the meds route. Just having the diagnosis and being able to seek out specific therapy designed to work through and around the things I find challenging as well as doing a lot if my own learning and being able to enable my partner to understand some of the things I struggle with have been complete game changers for me. Working on emotional regulation was relationship saving...

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I guess this is the thing. You don’t need to be diagnosed to learn about it and yourself, but having a diagnosis can help in terms of accepting yourself. Validation can be so vital. Then it would depend on what help you need so meds or coaching or financial help. All depends on how hard the struggle is and how quickly you need it fixed. Have definitely got a mantra of not always doing things in hard mode now. For me, learning, diagnosis and meds have helped with this.

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By *rymedownunderMan
4 days ago

London/Australia

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By *rymedownunderMan
4 days ago

London/Australia


"

Yes I have done. Didn't realise it at the time because I wasn't diagnosed then. But I recognise it now looking back

Yea that’s fair. There’s so much there when you look back on it. Is it something that happens as much now you know?"

To be fair I was only diagnosed 4 months ago. But so far - no. Not too much of an exaggeration to say the diagnosis has been life changing. I now have reasons for so many aspects of my life. Just not solutions to many of my issues - yet

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
4 days ago

Sheffield

I know quite a few of us in this thread are undiagnosed but I think recognising ourselves in others and performing self diagnosis can be very helpful. At least I now know why I do the things I do even if I can't really control them. I can now recognise signs of autistic burnout and executive dysfunction whereas before I would just go into meltdown. I realise that I've always struggled with emotional regulation. Knowledge is power, I suppose. We need to take care of ourselves because nobody else will. Our needs are important and I've spent decades ignoring them or pushing them down to often incapacitating effect. Just things like finally saying that I can't eat food off this plate or with that fork because it gives me sensory issues has been quite liberating for me. We must find a way forward that makes our lives bearable.

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By *rymedownunderMan
4 days ago

London/Australia


". At least I now know why I do the things I do even if I can't really control them."

1000% this!

This is where I'm at right now. And it makes a HUGE difference

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By *aphunterMan
4 days ago

woking

People with adhd need the dopamine hit, hello! 🙋‍♂️

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By *lix CoxMan
4 days ago

CF39


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment."

This can only be determined by proffessionals why ask on here seek a doctor

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By *assySirenWoman
4 days ago

near you


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment.

This can only be determined by proffessionals why ask on here seek a doctor"

Nah, such an ignorant take. Autistic people with actual lived experience determine how their neurodivergence affects them. A lot of the professionals have no idea and base their "knowledge" on outdated research

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By *aphunterMan
4 days ago

woking


"I'm undiagnosed but I'm pretty certain I'm autistic and ADHD and I think it manifests in paraphilias and risky sexual behaviour. Does anyone have any experience or advice with this? I'm feeling pretty confused at the moment.

This can only be determined by proffessionals why ask on here seek a doctor

Nah, such an ignorant take. Autistic people with actual lived experience determine how their neurodivergence affects them. A lot of the professionals have no idea and base their "knowledge" on outdated research "

Autism is rife in my family, I’m defensive too. But it’s a super power when nurtured. My family is very artistic, musical, scientific, entrepreneurial, linguistically flavoured and also struggles socially sometimes, even though they are doing very well in what could be deemed, in their normal life. Behind the scenes we need to chill, blow off steam with wine or . Not me any more ten last one but I did self medicate for years. I think autism has been a gift for me. Another way of looking at autism is they are people who are people who are brilliantly sensitive, who feel differently to people not on the spectrum. They feel more, notice more and often achieve the SAME, as all the other lovely people in the world x

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By *effdelightMan
3 days ago

Grimsby

Love ass licking. A newly acquired pleasure tbh

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By *FF23Man
3 days ago

London

I read this earlier today and it made a lot of sense.

The seven things that make ADHD much worse

Experts point to a range of lifestyle and environmental triggers that can worsen this neurodevelopmental disorder. Here’s how to fix them

From forgotten appointments and lost keys to emotional ups and downs, poor sleep and chronic procrastination, living with ADHD can feel like being on a rollercoaster with no end in sight.

While these daily struggles are frustrating, they rarely happen in isolation, and many things can make them worse. Research shows that those with ADHD often live with co-occurring mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders like autism or dyslexia. There’s also a higher risk of addiction, which can further intensify symptoms.

Medication can be transformative – but it doesn’t work for everyone, and the wrong dose can be counterproductive.

Yet alongside these more clinical drivers, experts point to a range of lifestyle and environmental triggers that can quietly make ADHD worse: inconsistent routines, poor sleep and diet, digital overload, even hormonal shifts in perimenopause.

The good news is some of these are within your control.

“I commonly use this idea of being on and off track. Because ADHD is a disorder of dysregulation, many things can knock you off that track,” says Dr James Kustow, a consultant psychiatrist specialising in ADHD and author of How to Thrive with Adult ADHD.

Here’s what can make ADHD worse – and what might help.

Lack of routine and structure

Because of executive dysfunction struggles, routine is especially important for those with ADHD.

“ADHD can feel like you’re a ship being blown around because every day is like Groundhog Day. You don’t have a great sense of the past or future, so you need things in the present to anchor you, to make you feel safe and present, to stabilise the ship,” says Dr Kustow.

Prioritising and decision making are often difficult, so without any external structure, there is a danger of drift or not being productive or efficient. “Then you might miss deadlines, or not pay your bills, and suddenly you’re in firefighting mode and all sense of balance goes out of the window,” says Dr Kustow.

What to do: Build in consistency to your week with anchor points like a regular hobby, work periods or exercise class, with some flexibility for variation and novelty.

Make sure there are fixed, scheduled activities (EG: “Monday is yoga night, “take pills after brushing teeth”) and habits that repeat on a rolling basis. Plan out your days into blocks, making sure to allow time for meals and meal prep, morning and evening routines, work, social time and downtime.

Poor sleep

Struggling with sleep is a bit of a hallmark of ADHD, and one of the “signs we look for in assessments,” says Dr Fleur-Michelle Coiffat, a consultant clinical psychologist who specialises in neurodiversity. 

ADHD-ers often have disrupted circadian rhythms, struggling to get to sleep or waking at odd hours. Poor sleep also worsens ADHD symptoms like focus, anxiety and impulsivity.

ADHD is often called a “dopamine disorder”. Lower levels of this neurotransmitter drive people to seek stimulation, like scrolling social media or watching TV late, which keeps the mind switched on.

What to do: Dr Coiffat recommends a pre-sleep routine to relax the mind and body. “Put down your devices, dim the lighting, and do calm activities like a bath, reading or gentle stretches.”

She also suggests exercise to counter restlessness. “If you don’t burn off energy during the day, it can make you restless at night – including hyperactivity of the mind,” she adds. Journaling can help. “Get your thoughts down on paper, but limit it to 10 minutes, so you don’t start to get anxious,” she says. Meditation may also help quieten and slow down the mind.

A negative mindset

From comments like “you’re lazy”, “disorganised” and “unmotivated”, people with ADHD have often had a lifetime of absorbing negative messages and as a result often struggle with shame and lack of self-confidence. 

“This can lead to withdrawal, people might think nobody likes them, or they’ll say the wrong thing, or that they don’t fit in or can’t manage a task. But social interaction with trusted friends, family and colleagues can help with these negative thoughts,” says Dr Coiffat. 

Emotional dysregulation is often a key marker of ADHD, and many experts talk about “rejection sensitivity dysphoria”, where people are extremely sensitive to criticism and perceived rejection.

What to do: “Communication is important, it might be as simple as asking someone to adjust how they give feedback, or how they respond to emails,” says Dr Coiffat.

Dr Kustow advises nurturing a growth, rather than a fixed, mindset.

“When faced with a setback, think about what you can learn from it, and how adversity makes you stronger. Also, it’s important to address the self-esteem challenges of ADHD with support scaffolds – spiritual, social, family and therapeutic,” he adds.

Poor diet leading to blood sugar crashes

Many ADHD-ers reach for sugar, caffeine and energy drinks as well as processed foods to give them a short-term hit. This can lead to issues like overeating or skipping meals, which is why they have higher rates of obesity and binge-eating disorder. 

“Reaching for sugar hits can be addictive, and get you into a vicious cycle. If your blood sugar levels are spiking, that will heighten issues with attention, focus and restlessness. A lot of people with ADHD, and I do this myself, are often so focused on something or using all their brain capacity just to get through the day that they forget to eat, which also leads to a crash,” says Dr Coiffat.

What to do: Keep blood sugar consistent by eating regularly and healthily. Try to keep simple snacks like a handful of nuts on hand. Avoid sugar and simple carbohydrates like white flour and rice, and include sufficient protein in every meal, as protein helps stabilise blood sugar. Get “hits” from other sources like live music, exercise, and cold water swimming.

An over-stimulating environment

People with ADHD can thrive on a certain degree of novelty and stimulation, as monotonous tasks can cause shutdown, zoning out or restlessness. However, it’s a fine balance as chronic stress and anxiety can also intensify ADHD symptoms, leading to potential increased impulsivity, difficulty concentrating, problems with emotional regulation, performance at work and burnout.

People can vary quite widely here. Many might struggle with a 9-5, desk-based job in an open plan office with a lot of potential for noise and distractibility. However, for others, the noise and routine could be helpful.

“There can be a struggle to get in for 9am because of their sleep rhythms, then there is the sensory overload of a journey on public transport in rush hour. The monotony of a desk job that involves little interaction can exacerbate physical and mental restlessness,” says Dr Kustow.

However, many with ADHD are also on the autistic spectrum. “I have a patient who loves archiving, because it’s just bringing order into things, but that would be extremely boring for someone who doesn’t have that combination,” he adds.

Social media and excessive screen use are often a problem as ADHD-ers crave stimulation and the dopamine hits of excessive scrolling, but this can also exacerbate problems with concentration.

What to do: In the workplace, it’s important to limit screen time and schedule regular screen and meal breaks, as well as time to move around and get outside.

“Jobs that involve creativity, project work, variety and problem solving can be more suitable”, says Dr Kustow. But take time to understand your individual needs.

Toxins and environmental stressors

This is an emerging area, but people with ADHD may be more likely to have allergies, autoimmunity and inflammation, says Dr Kustow. “Some have more sensitive immune systems, with hypermobility, allergies or chronic illness.”

He highlights mould. “If you’re in a mouldy home and struggling with brain function, they may be connected. Some evidence is anecdotal, but toxins may trigger inflammation in sensitive individuals,” he adds.

What to do: If you are someone with ADHD who suffers from allergies and has poor immunity, it might be worth trying to reduce toxins in the areas that you have control over. You can gradually buy less toxic versions of cleaning products, both for your body and home, makeup, and natural, pesticide-free foods.

Hormonal shifts like perimenopause and menopause

Hormonal shifts can make ADHD worse, and also “unmask” previously undiagnosed ADHD. Perimenopausal women are now one of the largest groups seeking diagnosis.

“During perimenopause, oestrogen levels become dysregulated and start going down, which also reduces dopamine. A woman with ADHD in their 40s may notice that their ADHD might worsen, and they might need higher doses of medication or HRT. Then there are the people who never got a diagnosis because they just about managed, but then suddenly it gets worse because of hormonal shifts and their ADHD is unmasked,” says Dr Kustow.

What to do: Adjusting ADHD medication can be helpful, as can HRT. Some doctors might prescribe an antidepressant.

Does ADHD get worse with age?

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition, so it doesn’t fundamentally change with age, although the way it manifests can evolve as a response to life events and physical changes.

Children are more likely to be hyperactive than adults, and adults may have more issues with time management and organisation.

“In a minority, it can improve and resolve, but most will be stable but find that symptoms may get aggravated at different points in life, as demands change over time, including increasing life responsibilities, hormonal shifts, accumulated stress and physical decline. The demands of retirement are quite different from sitting at a desk doing complex calculations, for example, and symptoms may respond accordingly,” explains Dr Kustow.

Dr James Kustow is the author of How to Thrive with Adult ADHD: 7 Pillars for Focus, Productivity and Balance. How to Thrive with Adult ADHD by Dr James Kustow is out now.

All artwork by Nicholas Stevenson.

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By *umslave OP   TV/TS
3 days ago

Sheffield

My partner calls me the most disorganised organised person she knows. That's cos I always know what I need to do but never do it or wait until the last second.

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By *lemfandango99Man
3 days ago

Stockport

Maybe we should create a support group on telegram or kik?

Drop me a message of you would be interested and I can start one

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By *ikki321Woman
3 days ago

fakenham

I'm convinced I have ADHD my children have, makes me very impulsive and risky

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By *aphunterMan
3 days ago

woking

My classic is “are you ready?” I say yes.

Then put on dishwasher, washing machine. Then leave. Then come back in to get a drink, then leave. Get in car, come back to get something I forgot. 😅

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By *entakuruMan
3 days ago

Exeter

I've got the (combined type) ADHD dx and I'm still waiting for the Autism assessment but I'd be very surprised indeed if they don't think I have it.

Does it lead to me risky sexual behavior, probably not. I used to be very anti-condom to the point I'd rather not have sex at all than use one - then about ten years ago after using latex gloves at work instead of the nitrile type, I realised I have a pretty nasty latex allergy (causes an unpleasant tingling feeling), tried latex free condoms and now I'm fine with them. Better late than never I guess!

But actually I find my symptoms tend to get in the way of me having as much sex as I'd like, I have really bad RSD which often means I assume people aren't interested in me and I'm not good at picking up on hints and social cues sometimes. So I often don't shoot my shit and then find out (usually when it's too late) that I really should have. I'm getting a bit better at this but considering I'm normally chatty and confident I can be totally tongue-tied round people I really fancy, which tends to end up with ne sitting there awkwardly and not making a move. Then hating myself afterwards and maybe also disappointing the person I was hoping to be having passionate toe curling sex with or they think I'm not interested when I really am. I'm OK with messaging people but face to face I sometimes just freeze, my mind goes blank or I can't get the words out.

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By *eparated_galWoman
3 days ago

Salford

I think this is me I've always been impulsive and take risks although I never see it as risks, just me not thinking , has got me in trouble hence why just had a dose of anti biotics

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By *idnightMischiefMan
2 days ago

London

I hate the term AuDHD but am diagnosed with Asperger's and ADHD.

I have no advice but I've been in some pretty insane scenarios before - including a d*unk woman locking me in her house and refusing to let me go unless I fucked her!

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By *idnightMischiefMan
2 days ago

London

To add to this, I think my most risky sexual habit is literally neglecting all my other needs in search of the thrill.

It's not a 'fast burn' danger, more a neglect of personal responsibility when seeking stimulation.

Work doesn't get done, cleaning doesn't get done, the bills don't get paid on time and so on.

Addictive dopamine drive can literally ruin you! 🙄

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By *esparate danMan
2 days ago

glasgow

The aspergers diagnosis must be quite old now?

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By *idnightMischiefMan
2 days ago

London


"The aspergers diagnosis must be quite old now? "

It's still used in the NHS - the databases in Europe are still catching up with the latest ICD-11 criteria.

It's not been used in the US for a few years.

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By *inkxRabbitWoman
22 hours ago

Mostly in GU24

I have a brother and son diagnosed with ASD, son with ADD too. I definitely have ADD though undiagnosed. I love risky sex, fucking married men, getting caught, bareback. It's definitely a dopamine hit.

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By *oobaaMan
16 hours ago

South Shields


"I have a brother and son diagnosed with ASD, son with ADD too. I definitely have ADD though undiagnosed. I love risky sex, fucking married men, getting caught, bareback. It's definitely a dopamine hit."

That makes absolute sense.

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By *oung GunnerMan
16 hours ago

Cleckheaton

I have Aspergers & I was diagnosed in my late teens . Ive always struggled with the dating the side of things & alot of people Ive grown up with have all had relationships, married , kids & I’m still on my own but really miss the psychical side & lots of fun.

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By *igJohn4uMan
16 hours ago

Devonshire


"Not diagnosed but many in the family are, my counsellor mentioned that many use sex as a means of control/selfharm in their life when they don't feel in control. Not sure if that would be the case for alot but it certainly was for me. "

What she says 👍🏻

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By *igJohn4uMan
16 hours ago

Devonshire

What he says 2

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By *igJohn4uMan
15 hours ago

Devonshire

I’m an undiagnosed ADHd but I know 100% I have it.

Have used taboo NSA sex for dopamine hits as a younger man.

I had always known it was a risky and disruptive habit.

Ready about ADHD and sexual hyperactivity is something that I strong agree with.

I’ve managed to keep a lid on my NSA desires for 10 years now, but still have a massive desire for NSa meets ups as a MMF.

I don’t know if I should keep a lid on things or should I embrace the kink within myself?

Has any one else got any thoughts about this that they they would like to share either on this thread or privately?

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By *orny PTMan
15 hours ago

Peterborough


"I’m 42 just been diagnosed with combined ADHD, Autism, OCD and ODD.

Happy to talk to anyone regarding this "

How long was the GP, assessment and diagnosis timescale?

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By *ypersoonMan
13 hours ago

WHITCHURCH, Shropshire


"I have Aspergers & I was diagnosed in my late teens . Ive always struggled with the dating the side of things & alot of people Ive grown up with have all had relationships, married , kids & I’m still on my own but really miss the psychical side & lots of fun. "

Amen to that. Been the same although I was diagnosed when I was 3

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By *oung GunnerMan
6 hours ago

Cleckheaton


"I have Aspergers & I was diagnosed in my late teens . Ive always struggled with the dating the side of things & alot of people Ive grown up with have all had relationships, married , kids & I’m still on my own but really miss the psychical side & lots of fun.

Amen to that. Been the same although I was diagnosed when I was 3 "

How do you cope with yours ?

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By *pirited obeliskMan
3 hours ago

Isle of Wight


"I have a brother and son diagnosed with ASD, son with ADD too. I definitely have ADD though undiagnosed."

do you mind pm-ing me?

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