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lj26ft t1_itl0z7p wrote

What were the strategies that they repetitively engaged in that compensated for the ADHD symptoms?

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Fire-Kissed t1_itl15xo wrote

Right— were “strategies” medication? I’d like to know if medication had an influence in these brain changes.

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maelstromama t1_itl667v wrote

There’s a link to the full study in the article which addresses medication usage. But no, I can’t see drawing that conclusion from study.

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hermitess t1_itn9isx wrote

I don't know, but I've been medicated for ADHD for 23 years, and it helps me manage my symptoms, but as soon as I don't take it, my ADHD symptoms seem to be worse than before I ever started medication. I don't think it should be considered remission if symptoms only improve while medicated, and then get even worse than they were in the first place when the medication is stopped.

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Mercinary-G t1_itnlxdp wrote

A big impact on ADHD is Progesterone and Oestrogen. This changes throughout your life not just in peri-menopause. Men also have changes in oestrogen during their lives that might be part of what you’re observing.

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