My name is Cheryl and I am a 28 year old female. 

I have ADHD myself. I think my dad has it too. I am also a speech therapist and have counseled a number of students and their parents with ADHD in my career.

I got diagnosed officially in graduate school although a counselor suggested it in college. I was having trouble paying attention in long classes and was getting lower grades than I was used to in lecture type settings and the result was depression. I started taking Ritalin 2 years ago which has made a world of difference, I am finally able to live up to my potential. I also take a low dose of Strattra and Zoloft to manage concomitant symptoms. I have benefitted from gaining organizational strategies, and learning about the sensory system components and treatments (known as sensory integration therapy). Associated symptoms are mainly disorganization and some obsessiveness. I don't think medication is everyone's answer ad respect personal choices of folks.

My email is: CherylSLP@msn.com