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I have always had weight problems myself. I just found out about my ADHD 4 months ago. I was put on medication for it, Vyvanse and Adderall. It has changed my life in so many ways for the better. But one additional benefit is my loss of appetite due to the medication. I am also able to focus on an actual diet and stick with it. (planning meals and making healthy food choices). The medication has also made my impulsivity to over eat more controllable. I have also regained my motivation to exercise. I have lost 40 lbs since my treatment began.
Violexie, are you on any medication to help you with your ADHD issues??? If so do you get the same benefits as I? I truly believe that a lot of my struggles with my weight were due to my untreated ADHD. (inability to focus and finish things as well as impulsivity, self esteem ect.)) I am 48 years old. I managed many times in my life to lose a considerable amount of weight only to put it back on within a couple of years. Over the past couple of years it has been next to impossible due to not being able to stick with it and not being able to control my impulsivity not to over eat and make healthier food choices. I believe that as I have been getting older my ADHD symptoms have become more pronounced and more difficult to control/deal with.. The medication has really helped me. I suggest trying some medication out if you are not. If you are on medication maybe a change in type may help, there are many options.
Wishing you all the best!
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