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Seizures and ADHD

Fri, 01/29/2016 - 14:30

I was diagnosed with simple partial seizures 15 years ago and ADHD 10 years ago. I can't tell if my symptoms are from ADHD or seizures. Anyone else experience this?

I was on disability for 3 years in my 20s because I kept getting fired from jobs. In your 30s I've switched jobs every two years because I am struggling with maintaining consistent performance and have challenges with my peers.  I make simple mistakes. I miss details. Coworkers think I'm just not focused or trying hard enough. I've always thought this was ADHD but now I wonder if it is the seizures. People comment on how smart and creative I am, but there are times when when I seem not to understand or follow directions. I forget things.  People think it's because I'm disorganized or not trying hard enough. I've always thought this was ADHD. Maybe it's not. I have sudden onset of anxiety. I have insomnia and have trouble working a full day. I'm overwhelmed at times and it exhausts me.  When I am not feeling well I'm very irritable or feel panic or very emotional which causes problems with peers.I often have what I call auras but I wonder if they are actually full blown seizures. Problem is I don't really remember so I can't describe what happen. I have to lay down. I'm confused sensitive to light and emotional.  I want to believe that my seizures are no big deal and that I can take melds and it's fine. Maybe I'm actually having more problems than I know.

 

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