I work in a children's school library, and often times teachers will send kids who have trouble focusing into the library to fend for themselves (it's quiet, they won't be distracted, right? ha!). When I play this video I notice a difference with 95% of kids in less than five minutes, I don't tell them, I don't make it loud or soft, just start playing it, and they settle down and are able to work. Thank you!
@@sarahmansfield9724 Same, OP, you are a life saver! I wish I had that in highschool and middle school. I always felt dumb and had low self esteem because I couldn't focus or retain any information I needed. I'm sure you're making positive impact on many of these kids with ADHD.
Tell the teachers about this so that they can talk to their parents, it could be that these kids have something worth diving in to with mental health professionals
maybe this is placebo, maybe it’s legit, maybe it’s just the fact that quiet music covers up your thoughts, but this genuinely helps me work and i’m so grateful.
guess who just studied for 33 minutes!!! I'm going to keep a tracker for how long I focus on a school assignment(s) each day: Day 1- 15 mins Day 2 - 33 mins Day 3 - Not sure, I lost track because I got distracted although I remember it last being at 25 mins Day 4 - 1 hour and 34 mins Update - Hey sorry haven't been updating! Been super busy and I forgot about this. However, this really does improve my concentration and helps relieve my ADD! If you find yourself not focusing enough try the "Just Tunes" version! Good luck with whatever you're doing and don't give up yall. Peace out.
My therapist recommended I find music like this to help me stay focused while I work and this just happened to be the first one I clicked on. And here I am stuck in the comments. You guys are my people, I swear.
I'm 26 and recently came to know that I've had undiagnosed ADHD all my life. Going througn the countless daily struggles, I have been blaming myslef for messing up everything. Now here I am, reading all these comments with tears in my eyes, thinking that it's not just me, and we are only unique, NOTHING ELSE. I'm starting to accept my imperfections now and trying to make better choices, everyday!
Thank you for sharing! I to went life blaming myself and feel like a failure. But today I have accepted my mental illnesses and feel free no longer do I fight with myself.
YOU HAVE NO IMPERFECTIONS YOU ARE AS YOU SHOULD BE ❤ in-brace your special talents don’t be labeled as if there is something wrong with you You are perfect in an imperfect world.
Same here, just found out that I have ADHD at 33. I have gotten to a place where the stress of last minute work is no longer working (It used to be my strong point). Now, even if I have critical task that need to be done, I don't really care ... I'll put it off until the day in question, and then complete apathy for the consequences. My therapist recommends some concentration sounds, it's shown that it works sometime. I hope everyone can overcome this and come out better and stronger.
Lloyd Johnson. My old friend Lloyd used to talk about his last two brain cells fighting. Sweet to hear it out there in the world again. He was a great guy. Glad yours are chillaxin’ now woohoo!!
I have Autism and ADHD AND a PhD student in dissertation. I could not have gotten through countless papers without this music and now depend on it to get me through the daunting dissertation process. It helps with executive failure most of the time
@Ellen Lovelletteyt wpm aren't really measured like that when you're writing creatively... I type 190 wpm and I could probably only manage 500 words in 20 minutes IF that ;3 good job Alexis!
@@peachy_lili yea, actually i can type to 130wpm, but when it comes to make the original text. It all depends on your creativity, took me an hour just to make 2 page short story xd
I feel so much better after reading these comments because sometimes my ADHD makes me feel like I’m lazier than others but it’s comforting knowing that there are other people who struggle with the same thing!
I totally agree, I just recently (like three weeks ago) discovered I have adhd (I'm 24) and it been amazing finding out that all these things I thought were just me being bad at life are, 1st explainable and, 2nd not as unusual as I had previously thought. It's incredible to no longer feel alone in this.
Yeah I'm a perfectionist and I just learned I have it after so many years of feeling down on myself for working slower. I was always studious and paid attention in class, but I felt really frustrated for having late work and incomplete assignments. It's helpful to know that there's not something wrong with me and there are ways to help it.
I can’t stop crying!! Pure happiness. I can’t believe this is what people walk around like. No noise, no second guessing, no anxiety. I’m actually cleaning and not freaking out about the side jobs or side quest. I’m just doing it. I have never felt so calm, focused, peaceful. It’s so beautiful. Thank you!
I’m so happy for you! I know that feeling although I’ve only experienced it once or twice. Hopefully this video helps me get back to that state. I’m only 3 minutes in so far. Is it still helping you the same after the first time? I literally have the sammmee debilitating symptoms you mentioned right down to the specific words of “actually cleaning” without worrying about side jobs that always come up in the middle of every little thing. Lol if you’re like me your house is a messsssss so being able to actually clean let alone do it easily & peacefully while even welcoming the side quests. Medication helps a lot with that experience but only at a 30 mg dose for me which suckkks bc I metabolize it differently so one pill lasts only 3 or 4 hours & since I have 12 hour days, my Dr prescribed me 3 times per day instead of 2 and the pharmacies are like nope we won’t fill this!! So to get through the 12 hours I have to break the 30 in half and taking only 15 doesn’t provide any symptom relief whatsoever. It only activates pure panic and anxiety bc I’m feeling like a complete failure with all of the things i need to be doing on my mind- all of the things all at once and all while knowing I can’t perform the way I need to perform and inevitable failure always ensues. Idk if you even take medication lol I guess i had to get that off my chest! Your symptoms sound like mine so I feel like we’re instant friends 🙃
when i firstly heard this song ( yesterday), my initial feelings was like you(now it's still like that haha). Everytime i really attempt to concentrate on my study but always thinking about the second problems, questions, works.etc then feeling worried and scared about my future (this process has continued day to day), like, my productivity is very low. This sound is literally amazing! Thank you Dr.Jason Lewis from my heart
Can we take a moment to appreciate this man liking comments from one day ago on a video he made 3 years ago? Also for real this video is the only reason I am still on track to graduate. Thank you so much!
Yes, thank you, Jason! This has really helped me focus on my studies today. I was having a hard time focusing and canceling out my thoughts and the noises around me. This really helped calm and center me.
Something I've found about my ADHD is that symptoms can get exponentially worse if you believe they are and half my fight has been to have faith in myself. So don't forget to believe in yourself and create some self-fulfilling positivity :)
gonna be honest, i actually started crying my ADD has been extremely bad lately, my grades are nearly failing and i've been so stressed trying to bring them back up my mind is constantly racing, i want to do so many things at once, i've forced myself into multiple art projects and i'm wanting to both do nothing and at the same time practice extensive self care, i'm tired and drained, so just to listen to something that genuinely does soothe and slow my mind to where i can actually focus on my own thoughts just makes me realize how bad my ADD can get it feels like someone is just massaging my brain and ears, and it's causing me to lose a lot of tensity i held in my arms and stuff i'm so tired, man ADD is extremely draining
I feel you. I am in the exact same boat. Online school is so rough. I have so many projects or tasks 1/2 done and I'm so behind in all of my classes it's scary. I started my masters this semester and I don't know if I can finish it like this. I've been on meds for so long, I feel like they don't work anymore. I wish there was ADHD counselling for quarantine. The only things I find that help are spending time outside and exercising, but it never feels helpful until I actually do it.
Oh man... rest assured, it's nothing you can blame yourself for, and you're not alone! I just lost my job recently because the ADD couple with a semi-absent authoritarian father in my childhood gave me some serious issues with low self esteem. But after being let go, I have had my fingers in sooo many 5 minute projects... just exploding the idea into play, only to let it sink into nothing. I need to be better at this myself, but I find that it helps a lot to go for a long walk (like 5 miles or so) in the forest. Leave the phone at home. No music... just go. Get into nature, and re-charge. It's almost like meditating for me, because I can let my thoughts run, and I can adress some of the severe overthinking that otherwise occurs. I'm sure we will get to the other side, right now, it just might seem like we are rowing aimlessly around. But take a deep breath and hold on, and keep rowing.
me too, my adhd was getting really bad and I'm not really getting it treated so I just looked up "adhd music" and I started listening to this and my brain just started to... calm down, and it felt so nice, I've been trying to calm down for like an hour. I started crying like 20 seconds in.
Same!! Everything about this, same. I really recommend watching asmr at night to wind down if you don't already. Two of my favorites for talking/mouth noises are Batala's asmr and Gentle Whispering asmr, and two of my favorites for no-talking asmr are Viva asmr and asmr Ppomo. Also, just to note, not all asmr is made for sleep! A good portion is, but plenty of it can be put on in the background while you study and work similarly to this video. You definitely don't have to watch them if you don't want to but as a person who has been dealing with my unmedicated adhd for a long time i credit these artists for helping me maintain my sanity lol. Wishing u peace and focus :)
I was wondering if this was working, thinking maybe my ADHD isn’t that bad... then I realised I’ve been sat reading the comment section for over 15 minutes without checking my devices or anything else... ground breaking
I expect it to help most people struggling to focus but it should have more of a noticeable impact on someone with ADHD. It’s not really a reliable indicator on it’s own to know whether you have ADHD or not.
@Loco Zen My dude, why are writing "I" as "eye"? eyes are a body part and I is a pronoun, please also rethink your beliefs on whether disorders are real because they are not just terms.
@Loco Zen no, mental/neurological disorders aren't just about how much energy you have or how you feel. most of them are literally caused by measurable imbalances of chemicals in the brain. it's not just some label to describe your behavior, it is a real thing that has actual meaning. if you really don't believe they are real you should do some actual research on them.
I realise now my mind operates on stimulates like a 'normal' person mind is like all, and that a normal person experiences my brain when they are on stimulates - my brain operates like their high - thing is their high wears off, mine keeps going, they only get to experience my brain for a few hours -and then they get exhausted and feel wasted. I live in that brain and tho I enjoy being there just a few moments or hours reprieve is so calming
i actually cried about 2 minutes in, this was the first time my head has felt really clear in awhile, it feels like that stage right before you fall asleep but you’re still somewhat conscious and it’s so comforting except this whole video is that split-second feeling, i feel like i’m floating and am now addicted to this video
I am 66 yrs old and was recently told by my Doctor that I have been living with undiagnosed ADHD all of my life. I can tell you a couple of things about my life, it has been Amazing! I followed my own interests. I never let people's judgements convince me that I was something I wasn't or allow myself to become someone whose self belief and worth depended on other people's opinions of me. I had different interests from most of my classmates as a kid, but I explored my interests by myself or occasionally with someone I might meet who shared an interest or two with me. I never ignored my own path to follow the crowd and although I was thrilled to meet someone who shared some interest or hobby with me, I was never disappointed or feeling left out by the crowd. I always liked being me, even though sometimes it seemed as though just being yourself draws all kinds of criticism and even insults from others, there was Nothing in my life that I would have traded just to fit in with the crowd. When I was a kid in school, we were strapped for very many small and unjustifiable reasons, I know now that the main reason was for the teacher's purpose, they had no other tool in their toolbox that they could use to establish Crowd Control of a classroom full of kids. These days, I believe, that the teachers position has not gifted them with any new tools to replace that Strap they've been deprived of and since kids are still kids and teachers are still dealing with exactly the same problems as they did in years gone by, I believe they've been making their lives easier by talking to parents and Doctors about their problem, which is. They believe themselves to be Great Teachers as they were Great Students but who would believe that when so many kids are floundering in School? Their own sense of self preservation, I think, has led them to claim that while they are Great teachers despite the numbers of children and students who fail, it's simply because those kids "Just can't Learn" Why would that be? Because they just can't focus on the drivel the curriculum forces me to teach them one and all, when no two think alike...that's what I think has become the conversation talking points....the teachers are great, the curriculum is scintillatingly interesting but half of the kids just can't seem to Focus on most of the subjects long enough to learn, they start fidgeting and doodling (out of boredom?) and distract the rest of the class. Then the parents teacher day causes stress in all of the Parents, they get the suggestion that their kid should maybe be seen and tested for ADHD and sure enough, the next thing you know, half the kids or more and all being medicated to get along in their classes. I'm starting to think that the old strap was a lot easier on our minds than the diagnosis and medications have been on yours. When some teacher strapped me, in the back of my mind, I always thought that there was something wrong with that teacher doing that to us kids. These days, after you've been seen and told any of a multitude of things are Wrong With You and you have been duly medicated and left believing that something was wrong with You. that's a Horrible thing to plant in a young persons mind. We had a lot of violence to live with and a lot of hard work to do, but we never heard of kids suffering from anxiety or panic attacks or needing to be medicated to allow us to focus on many things that no kid in it's right mind would want to spend two minutes focusing on. Make sure that you don't take all the judgements and labels to heart, Believe in yourself, you've got two arms and two legs like everyone else and you can do whatever anyone else can, as long as You really want to. If you don't believe me, check it out, a great number of successful people, really successful people have been told they have ADHD, including most of those who work in Silicon Valley, some of the most famous techie names you ever heard of, they got so good at something because they were great at focusing on that thing, which could be all about computers or programming, or observing nature or farming, or painting, or anything at all. Don't let being "different" cause you to look at yourself in any way other than as an Original Masterpiece. Those are not always recognized immediately by the masses, but once they are, they can often go from being shunned to being adored, look at Van Gough and many many others, what they went through just because they were different and nobody was able to recognize their greatness, that wasn't their fault, it didn't make them less great, they believed in themselves, not what others thought about them. You Do that Too, if you don't do anything else, Get your own back!
I get your point and it’s great you didn’t have issues holding you back in life. I’m 40 and just self-diagnosed, and many parts of life have been affected after doing fine at school. In the past people didn’t talk about mental health much or understand it or neurodivergence, and they don’t often understand them well now either. Hitting kids, I can’t say much cos it sends me to places, I can’t stand the notion that’s it in any way okay or not harmful, I know you weren’t saying that exactly and you’re right that the emotional abuse from lack of understanding for a kid’s whole childhood is just as bad, possibly worse, but hitting kids causes them so much emotional pain too and teaches them awful things about themselves, others and the world. The generational trauma of it too, damn.
ever since quarantine started my ADHD has made it literally so difficult to do schoolwork especially since i'm at home. this really really helped me stay focused and work. thank you!
May I ask how you’re going about using this? Meaning, do you listen while you’re studying or sleeping? Or just sit and listen...? Trying to figure this whole thing out. 🤷🏼♀️ Thanks!
is this how quiet normal people's brains are? cause damn if my head stayed this silent and actually let me do things I would turn into a freaking Davinci TY SO MUCH FOR THIS AUDIO
Hey ADHDer!! You're a shooting star, capable of lighting up the darkest sky. Don't give up. There's always tomorrow, and you can try again. You are loved, you are important, you are meaningful, you matter ...regardless of any societal measure of worth. Your existence is a miracle I deeply cherish. Thank you for being born 💖💖
Well look at that I’m only 43 seconds into the video I’m checking the comments to see if it’s good and some how some way both a vegan and an atheist find a wha to tell me they are vegan/atheist
me: I'm finishing this homework tonight. clock: but, it's 0:42 👉👈🥺 my brain: oh! 😳guess we'll have to leave it for tomorrrow then! 🤭let's take a break from it and do something fun for the rest of the night until we fall asleep 🤫😇✨✨🎉🎊🎶 me: but--- ...well, you do have a point... okeeeeeeey, i'll do it on the morning, let's follow the neurotypical schedule out of convenience just this once 😌🥳 we have the whole morning to finish it, should be more than enough time for it 🤡 the homework: dude, my deadline is due tomorrow at 2pm wtf 🤨 how dare you ignore me yet again 🙄😤😭😠 istg, every damn day with the same exact bullshit😑😒 ....ohno
This comment section makes me feel so safe and heard. As somebody aged 25, who recently discovered their differences (both autism and ADHD last year), I'm now re-visiting my GCSEs as an adult and this is the hardest step I've taken so far... I've never felt so alone yet empowered in my whole life. Loneliness is beating me at the moment, but God knows I'm trying.
Accurate, For people who don’t know, a weighted blanket helps people relax and reset the nervous system. They can be purchased or made by hand. It’s often used to help people on the autism spectrum. It’s great for anxiety. It provides “deep pressure” which mimics the feeling on being snuggled or hugged. It can be really healing for people living alone during the pandemic 😷 ❤️
I was literally doing just that. I am outside too, because it is a beautiful day, and I just spent the last 30mins contemplating the clouds on the mountain. It looked like a giant dragon, and away my mind went. XD It is amazing for my anxiety though. :)
what the heck why does this feel like it's working, like my brain is being quiet, is this what it's like to not have adhd? i might cry this is so weird...
I have really bad ADHD, dyslexia, severe anxiety, and crippling depression (all professionally diagnosed) the point is that school has become to hard for me I can no longer understand the words people speak to me I have a second chance with one of my 8 classes and have been trying to work on it for a week now it is due tomorrow at 10am no matter what environment mood or noises I was around I couldn’t even read the words of the page. I was going to give up on it until I found your video 30 minutes in and I finished 3 pages!! Thank you for uploading this and allowing it to be free to all of us who need it I have hope in myself and am going to try using this with other situations.
Take a deep breath. Deeper. You will pass this test. You ARE going to triumph - you are doing better than you allow yourself to realize. You have unseen help and you really are going to be alright. Now, exit the comments and move forward. You got this 💛
I used this video through my past two university degrees, to help me study and get homework done, and am now using it to help me prepare lessons for my students in my first year as a high school teacher. I've also shared it with my students to help them focus as well. Thank you so much for making this!
Wow. Thanks for your appreciation and for sharing the word with your students. It’s an honour and very rewarding to think that I have played a part in your journey.
@@nestler4936 lol!! Well I did a total of three university degrees actually (found the vid at the end of the first program) so it was 8 years of school all together. And how I did it was with medication, determination, and a lot of sleepless nights
2 things I love about this youtube video. 1. The sounds, they actually work. I'm 27 years old and I just found out. 2. This is the best comment section I have ever seen. Keep it up! Spread love and happiness. Cheers
I was severely traumatized years ago as a teenage, got diagnosed with ADHD. Spent my whole life fighting ADHD. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.
I'm so very happy for you, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.
Can you help me with the reliable source 🙏. I'm 56 and have suffered for years with addiction, anxiety and severe ptsd, I got my panic attacks under control myself years ago and they have come back with a vengeance, I'm constantly trying to take full breaths but can't get the full satisfying breath out, it's absolutely crippling me, i live in Germany. I don't know much about these mushrooms. Really need a reliable source!! Can't wait to get them
YES very sure of Predroshrooms. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, BPD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!
@@Celevie Lmao I saw this a while ago and forgot to respond hellooooo adhd 😂I live in connecticut but I'm currently in the midwest for college. U? (and I was diagnosed when I was 9 :) )
Same! It’s like the sounds switch sides in my earphones and are intense on one side then the other. It feels like a massage for my brain. Then the music increases in sound but not a high pitch where I feel anxious...
im adhd/autistic. i havent used this for anything study related, not yet. insomnia be keeping me up; i was just watchin youtube and stumbled across this. saved it to favorites less than a minute in. my mind feels so clear. the brain static is still there, kinda, but its quiet enough for me to actually think. i honestly feel like crying; im so happy. i cant wait to try it with school stuff
Wow, I also felt like crying when listening to this. I was never diagnosed with ADHD but I feel like I can never get rest from the thoughts constantly racing thru my mind. Hey Jordan I hope you feel better.
I was 34 when diagnosed....after I had greatly reduced my caffeine intake! Just recently discovered bilateral beats and binaural beats....WOW! They have helped immensely!
My partner was having major sensory overload and felt like he wanted to tear his skin off. So I put a blanket on him, had him cross his arms over his chest, and played this. It made him so calm he fell right asleep. This truly works!
A thing which helps me is for my partner to cuddle me strong almost like laying on me with all his weight. It takes 10 minutes and bad moods, depressions, mealt downs, other out of control emotions, the edge of panic attacs, all go back. Maybe you want to try it. I figured that is one of the best things for me and I am happy my partner is so amazing and leaves everything he does at that moment to help me. Your partner must be happy too knowing you have his back.
I'm currently a 4th year medical student preparing for my step 2 board exam and I randomly saw this video on the side while trying arduously to find something as beautiful as this is for my mente. I wish I had more time to read through these comments (classic ADHD problem) but I'm touched and honored to be a member of such a warm, welcoming, misunderstood and positive population of neuro-atypicals. I'm applying for residency in psychiatry with hopes of focusing on ADHD treatment. I was diagnosed and treated in 5th grade and ever since then, my life has been a constant roller coater of emotions, behavior adaptations, and personal growth. Not to mention the constant personal battle of psychopharmacology and finding out what works best for you... as there are so many options. Anyways, back to grinding. As much of a struggle it can be sometimes, its nice to know we're not alone in this journey. Keep on being you! side note, I think without ADHD people, the world would be a lot more boring place, we're kind of like the spice of life... and no one wants to eat bland food
I was diagnosed with ADHD in 3rd grade and will be applying to med school. I'm daunted but hope I'll be accepted. I can no longer tolerate stimulant medication so I have been trying to figure out other techniques to mitigate my deficits. Thanks for your comment Nikolai its inspirational.
I have all the symptoms of adhd , and I am a 31 yr old Software engineer. I am wondering if instead of suppressing our brains we should rather harness our ability to hyper-focus . I have had moments in my academic life with hyper-focus it feels as if you are a genius and the whole world has slown down. Should we be pursuing meditation and improving on mind-body connection? an advanced yogi can make his/her mind feel anything he/she wishes they can slow down their mind and body at the same time feel bliss/joy at any moment regardless of the external conditions. Should we be focusing on training our minds to similar achieve similar feats? if we could feel joy /bliss at any time we wanted then maybe we would no longer have tasks where we feel the lack of positive feelings and dopamine and then ADHD could be an asset vs an hinderance
@@MrSurfangler mindfulness meditation has been one of, if not the most, life improving change I made to my life. It's like going to the gym though. You have to do it consistently. It's all about practice
@@MrSurfangler Hi Durvsh; A client of mine recommended this particular entry(Nice). You are are correct in wanting to further develop your abilities; though remember, all of life is about relationship and relationships. I believe THIS is what life for humans and humanity and the universe(our world) is about. ADHD is only a Name that identifies intra/interpersonal processing. Jung was not so much into "identifying" personality types and stories but expanding upon the whole field of each individuals/persons competency of relationships, experience and expression. Seek experience in developing your abilities but realize that your abilities are simmering in a soup of potential relationships. Keep stirring the pot!
I'm not ADD enough to be diagnosed, just enough to suffer. Thankfully, good people share helpful resources like this online for free. Real angels of our time.
Damn I'm so sorry to read your comment. That's not fair 🙁 glad you find resources like this help but really you deserve a diagnosis if that's what you need ❤ surely if it's enough to suffer it's enough to be supported.
sort of know that pain. i have gone through years of speech therapy and occupational therapy and hundreds of testing which all of it made it so i couldn’t be diagnosed with dyslexia (i still say i have it because it’s what i’ve known since forever and i didn’t just self diagnosed myself off the internet my mom and i seriously think i have it)
@@erin1497 ❤ there are a lot of neurodivergent people who have been shamed enough to struggle on their own to behave neurotypical. And the truly heartbreaking thing is, they are then not even allowed to be part of their own community and the "professionals" who are supposed to have their backs kick them while their down with a simple "you dont have x, y, z". That is a special and f*cked up type of pain. It is one of the aspects of this world that makes me so sad and so full of rage at the same time. I'm sorry to anyone who has had to self diagnose because you are not truly seen or understood. I see you all ❤
@@erin1497 I kinda see it as, you're not allowed in the neurotypical club but you're also not allowed in the neurodivergent club. It's a lonely place of rejection and on top of that you still havent had your support needs met. Like theres no place for you to truly fit in. No wonder it comes with depression.
I don’t wanna self-diagnose but I’ve been noticing a lot of ADD symptoms in myself. I’ve always had trouble concentrating but I was told I’m too lazy, but now in college i know it’s much more than that. Literally 15 mins ago I couldn’t get myself to do anything and now this music is helping so much. I don’t know how to even go about getting diagnosed for this.
Call psychiatrists near you and ask tell them you are looking for an adhd specialist. If you make the mistake of going to a doc who knows little about it, you might have a similar experience I originally had. And you don’t want that trust me lol. Lots of gaslighting and pure ignorance from a dude so sure of himself the contradiction is so extreme is huuurts. Lol just being around him was soo toxic . Felt very judged. He prescribed me medication but never care d about my symptom relief. Thennn I saw a neuropsychiatrist who specializes in adhd. He told me the low low dose of medicine I was on was actually the reason for my anxiety level being so high. He upped my dosage a bit and he was right- all my anxiety literally disappeared like magic and no anxiety meds were taken for days. I completely forgot I even had them as an option- that’s how extraordinary & extreme the shift was. Anxiety that before was causing panic attacks was all of the sudden poof, gone ! All bc I was finally on the right dose of adhd meds. I went to the first horrible Dr for like 10 years so was in awe of the new one ; I thought all drs would be like the original. Now though pharmacies aren’t dispensing my prescribed dose bc they say it’s too high. Screw what the Dr says, they’re in charge apparently lol. So I’m back down to the same low dose I was on before so I can get through a 12 hour day. Rarw! Anyway some advice for your first appt: memorize Every single one of your symptoms. Its super difficult for us adhders to think of everything we need to include on the spot in the moment bc our executive functioning makes it super hard to organize our thoughts especially in a sequential manner and in a way that lists most debilitating symptoms first. I talk about the worst things as an afterthought usually. So write everything down & make sure you tell them your exact life situation & work or school life that is being affected by your symptoms. Just listing symptoms makes some docs think someone memorized the Dsm just to get diagnosed so always relate each one to a specific experience you have often or had recently. Most docs don’t go through the extensive testing for it- just self reported symtoms and they watch how you behave during appt. My new Dr said he noticed I kept looking out the window & said I kept interrupting him so he knew within 10 min my original diagnoses was on point. I have to say something as soon as I think it or I’ll forget it forever lol It was easier in my case bc I was going to him with an established diagnosis already but my original Dr diagnosed me with it after hearing that my pediatrician told my mom when I was super young that I likely had it but she decided against medication. & bc I was book smart, I got through school successfully until college when the coursework & time load changed drastically. Apparently that’s a reallllly common thing with ADHDers; that surprised me. Anyway don’t worry about the appt at all; ask for an adhd specialist only and you’ll be fine. If you truly have adhd & it sounds like you do it’ll be obvious to the Dr but worst case scenario if they won’t diagnose you, call a different psychiatrist. Hopefully your health insurance is goodish or at least has Optum
It sounds a lot like adHd. I thought the same and was even diagnosed but never knew what ADHD was or how it affected my life. Watch some videos on RUclips about INNATTENTIVE type ADHD. You don't have to be the kid who couldn't physically sit still, you could be the kid who never paid attention but got good grades anyway, etc. Do yourself a favor and do your own research because most doctors aren't. If you do end up at your family doctor, speak up and let them know that it is NOT normal to spend 4 hours trying to unload the dishwasher lol.
@@The_Scales_of_Justice Heyy I just saw this sorry. After I typed out this comment, I did a lot of research and lol so many things add up. Spoke to my regular therapist about attention issues and waited to see if CBT/REBT help, which spoiler alert they don't. Now I'm looking for ADHD specialists in my area. Little anxious about getting gaslit or forgetting what I need to tell them, but gonna do it. Your advice about listing specific situations makes sense. Super grateful for the advice, thank you!
The biggest issue with my ADHD is that if I want to do things at home, I just can never get myself to focus enough on them to actually do them. Doesn't matter how much I want to work on something, if my brain decides no, then it's a no. This video consistently has helped me to do things that I'd be unmotivated to do otherwise. And I plan on keeping it around to help me stay productive in whatever I wanna do.
You have to make those tasks your Now vs Not Now. I promise if you put it on the calendar that after work tomorrow you're going to tackle that task, you will go through the whole dayu knowing that's what you're going to do and I promise you'll be more inclined to do it when you get home.
this is EXACTLY me. my biggest struggle in having adhd is procrastination. i can hyperfocus on my favourite subject but it will take me soo long to be motivated to start on it. once im started i can go on for a long time but that first step is hard even when it is a subject i absolutely love.
Me and my adhd-brain loves this! A little tip to also achieve this feeling in daily life: change up patterns. Like showering or brushing your teeth with the other hand. Step outside the house with the other foot. It really activates the brain!
@@erinnelikewoah yes it is really worth a try! I litterally feel my brain wake up when I switch up the patterns and change te routine. It activates the neurodivergent brain 🙌🏻
i havent been diagnosed with adhd/add, but everyone around me suspects i do. i have a huge problem with focusing on sounds instead of words (example: if the entire room is silent except for a faint sound of something outside, i will focus on only that sound outside). so reading and studying is practically impossible. so when i saw this video, i didnt have high expectations. now that i am 30 minutes in and actually remember what i was reading, i realize i was wrong and this video is a blessing.
i am currently undiagnosed but my school nurse was helping me through tests until the corona shut down the schools (bad timing) I don't know how old you are but I suggest getting tested before you are 18 since that ends up closing a lot of doors. this video was the best thing to exist. never finished an essay in under 2 hours :)
Nee-Nee Papa I wish I could get tested before I turn 18 but my parents aren’t too big on Therapy and metal health :( I’m starting to suspect I have it and I don’t want to go through the rest of my life not knowing
@@_t3ab0ttles36 i went through high school without getting diagnosed because i felt i didnt need medication anyway. After highschool i was diagnosed while in the military because i kept screwing things up there. If you actually have it then it shouldnt be a problem getting help whenever you go to get checked out so dont worry. If a military doctor was inclined to diagnose me then youll be fine on the outside. Ive found deep house/acid house helps me a lot too, similar to this
Im the same way, i havent been diagnosed but i get distracted very easily and will grab random things and start to mess with it. Even trying to write a paper or something ill have a really hard time focusing on the paper and doing everyday task sometimes. I dont know what it is but when listening to this music it send a whole shiver in my body and it calms me down so much. So honestly thank you
My counselor suggested I may have ADHD.. when I read up about it.. it literally answered why I always struggled with so many things.. these sounds are like a tangible protective layer amidst my thoughts and mind and is a good way to cope and bring about a peace to a certain depth in my physical realm.. although it’s not as deep or profound as the peace that surpasses all understanding that I found in God.. Jesus is my peace and videos like this help me engage the things that really matter. God bless you all. I pray you are able to discern the assault of some thoughts and the truth and peace of who you are and whose you are.
I've always had this problem where I have to re-read every page at least twice. Its very hard for me to stay focused, and I get frustrated because I constantly find myself spacing off. After discovering this video, I got a solid 30 mins of uninterrupted studying ( that's a lot for me). I can honestly say this is really helping me out. THANK YOU!
Andy Solis holy shit bro, personally I have actually AADD (anxious attention deficit disorder) and I tried all the methods or ideas that could possibly help, only medication can help such as adderall, until I stumbled upon this. For the first time in my life, actually 4hrs ago I was in server anxiously and full of anxiety as I arranged a “night walk talk” with a person whom I don’t really know much of. Than I decide to sleep for 2hours while listing with Bose IQ II on during my sleep. The moment I woke up, I remember what the fuck happen during my sleep, I kid you not. I had a lucid dream, so real and intense that o actually manage to control and live as if it was reality, my fucking god. To add to that I never ever felt so focus, so hyped that it was actually comparable as if I took adderall. Anxiety, depression, anxious- in fact all negativity seize to exist. I was the opposite of negativity, you could say the moment I walk in a door full of stranger that I give this positive aura. I had a long walk with a friend discussing everything, and man I was those type of kids that can’t come up what to say or anything, Infact I’m usually the quiet one and listen. Instead in this situation I was the talker and my friend was the listener. I could possibly say this has change my personality to the degree everyone wants to be with me than away. I’m so happy and focus it’s stupid how this works, I tried many thinks and yet eat any noticeable results and my god. This thing works, I thought this was bullshit as it stated ADD/ADHD relief. Man this is more than a relief, this a drug 😭. At the time of written long this, it’s been 5hours sense I woke up from that lucid dream and still the effect is almost the same as if I woke up. Infact all my sense is enhanced, music, sense of perspective and perception, taste (I ate way too much and notice the flavor has been enchanted to such a degree that eating cereal is as good as eating a multi course buffet at a 4star restaurants), and all aspects of yourself is general enchanted greatly. I had never ever been so happy to say this is the best natural method to helping one, than that of drugs. Thank you for uploading this video as it has saved my life legitimately🤘
So may I ask is it you have to really use headphones? I am the same as you. I have to read every line a few times. So do you listen and read at the same time or listen first then read? With headphones or no need headphones? Thank you.
@@bucci9938 I feel like listening to it with headphones blocks "outside noise" a lot better. I like to listen and read at the same time. Sorry for the late reply.
I luckily just clicked a button and found this music. Right now I have assignments due and I am in a very frustrated and agitated mood because I cannot focus. I was diagnosed just seven months ago at the age of 71. I am finishing up my masters program in forensic psychology and began struggling (more than usual) in the last 18 months. I began having trouble with depression. My “Better Half” had been telling me I should get evaluated for ADHD. Anyway, I have been dealing with a lot of adjustments so am glad there are other methods to deal with our diagnosis. I think just jotting my feelings down and listening to the music has calmed me down. Thank you for the opportunity to vent.
I wasn't sure if I had ADHD either. I got my test last week and guess what, ADHD (specifically a combination form) and mild depressiver disorder. Oopsies 🤦
guess who just studied for 33 minutes!!! I'm going to keep a tracker for how long I focus on a school assignment(s) each day: Day 1- 15 mins Day 2 - 33 mins Day 3 - Not sure, I lost track because I got distracted although I remember it last being at 25 mins Day 4 - 1 hour and 34 mins Update - Hey sorry haven't been updating! Been super busy and I forgot about this. However, this really does improve my concentration and helps relieve my ADD! If you find yourself not focusing enough try the "Just Tunes" version! Good luck with whatever you're doing and don't give up yall. Peace out.
Hey! glad you're doing good. but don't try to push studying for TOO long, if you start getting bored, take a little break. 30 min - 1 hour intervals of work, then like 10 minutes of break work best for me personally.
ADHD noob here. I was diagnosed last August and I just happened to see something cool about certain music and tones that help people with ADHD on TikTok so, here I am! And, OMG!!! I've been sitting at my desk for the last three hours talking on the phone and I noticed that I was more controlled about interrupting, I was actually able to listen to what people were saying without drifting off chasing a thought bubble. I was even able to take notes while they were talking, I could repeat back to them what they said and everything. IDK what sorcery this is, but I like it. Thanks so much!
i’m crying like a baby this is the most soothing sound i’ve ever heard in my entire life ! my brain was so tired that it started to show physically but my headache is gone
I haven't been functional in over a month because of my ADHD combined with the loss of my job and all structure due to covid. This is the first time in ages that my brain has felt quiet and productive. Stumbled across this while watching How To ADHD videos. Wasn't prepared for how incredible this would feel
I'm planning on getting evaluated for adhd because I've done a good amount of research and from what I've seen there's a good chance I could have it, but even if I end up not having it (which I doubt will happen) I will still be so grateful for having done the research because the adhd community seems so wholesome and it makes my heart so happy >:)
Yeah I want to get tested too because I remember in 5 th grade my adhd friend said I had adhd and then now I still have the symptoms like I just can’t focus to save my life
Kind of the same thing, I have done neverending researchers about the symptoms, watched videos, done little not official tests, but almos every time, I get all of them yes's or more than 6 symptoms, that is the minimum of chances you may have it... and today I suddenly found this music and I was like, why not, maybe I can focus on my schoolwork better, and I even think it works, at least on the first place... also I have watched some tiktok compilations about it and I end laughing out loud, how relatable everything is what they say and show.🥲
I was 17 when I was diagnosed with ADHD and 24 when I was diagnosed with autism. It’s not just something kids have. You should have a look at ADHD(PI) specifically. It’s what I have and it’s most commonly missed. It presents differently and is the rarer form. It doesn’t have the hyperactivity of the body that you see in little kids. It’s more a hyperactivity of the mind. Everyone just thought I was lazy or unorganised or forgetful. Please update with how you diagnosis process goes. I’d love to watch the progress.
im not diagnosed but i am skeptical i have adhd so i listened to this and wow, might be placebo but it feels like im not rushing to do everything because i feel like im impatient. I can literally sit down without moving or playing with my fingers, nodding or any other movement, it took me a while to notice this one but i realised i actually read my whole assignment ,no skimming! and without losing focus, a song hasnt popped into my head this whole time. Lastly i was working out and i wasnt speeding up counting so that i can finish faster and get it over with..this is pretty cool
SAME I did my chores today without stopping to do pointless things, because of random thoughts popping out of nowhere! I put my room together instantly, as well. And I am writing this comment in an easy way without thinking too much about which word works or not. it's amazing
I’m just more confused because i’m not feeling anything.. maybe i’m just autistic after all.. not sure.. i was diagnoaed with both adhd and autism as a kid so i’m really not sure
I was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age and reconfirmed in the later years. I literally looked up “ADHD stopping the songs in your head” and I felt kinda crazy doing it but it was a last resort before I lost my marbles. I just want to sleep. I’m so glad I found this. It was like a moth light for the disorderly part of my brain. It was drawn to the sounds and I was finally able to hear only one line of thought. It was a very cool experience. Thank you for creating something for the community. It was freeing to see what it was like to instantly silence the madness. It’s amazing to have a resource that I can utilize if I just want to focus on one thing rather than constantly trying to stop something repeating and failing. I’ve accepted that I have ADHD and value it, but sometimes you want the ehem side effects to dissipate for a little bit :)) …Idk, did I say thank you yet? Thank you :))
Embarrassing to admit but this video helped me finish all of my work for the first time this month. then i cried tears of relief at my desk. good thing i work from home. so thank you, sincerely.
I have ADHD. Usually noises and loud musics are always played in my brain and they hinder my focus. This music hinders those noises. I basically can focus only a few minutes but I can focus like more than half an hour with this music. I really appreciate you for sharing this music.
I have a song in my head every waking moment, plus I have tinnitus that never stops. I've only been listening to this video for 5 minutes, and already the earworm is gone.
@@lisagd22 Same here, I write music though I can never achieve to write down the music as perfectly as it is in my head. I have Asperger's Syndrome, and I often get overstimulated by sounds, sight, and touch that it becomes paralyzing and extremely painful. This really isn't helping that sadly, but I will keep trying it.
@@DJxSGGxNeo Have a look at the playlist by Greenred Productions. They have a lot of videos like this, but they're not just for ADHD. They have ones for memory, concentration, relaxation, and much more. Good luck!
all the tension and the noise of thoughts are gone, I cried because of how intense the feeling of relief was, thank you very much, I haven't had such calm thoughts in a long time.
I was about to have an anxiety attack from sensory overload, and once I turned this music on, within 5 minutes it was like you said, a weighted blanket for my brain. Feeling calm and grounded now!
Five years ago, at the age of 30, I quit my job and decided that it was time to embark on a new adventure. This adventure led me to university, and the goal was to become a history teacher. Being the first one in my family (and circle of friends) to ever reach such a level of education, I was definitely on my own. On top of that, I had just been diagnosed with ADHD, something that became even more apparent to me when I had to study for long periods of time. And then, one day, I found this video. The calming effect it had on me almost felt supernatural, amazing even. Now, here I sit, five years later, writing on my master’s thesis next to my four remaining classmates (our initial group consisted of 30 students!). And I still find myself coming back seeking this soothing, warm blanket of a musical therapy. I do not know why I felt like writing this, maybe to show my gratitude to the uploader of this video. Or, to serve as an example to anyone thinking about giving up. Don’t. Yes, it is hard. Yes, it can be physically and emotionally draining. However, always remind yourself: it will be worth it.
Also now in my 30s, I very much share your thoughts. Coming back to the academia and now working on my master's thesis, together with my parent's passing lately, my therapist told me I might have ADHD. I never noticed that and always thought I was lazy/demotivated about what I'm supposed to love to do so much (the subject I'm doing, and reading in general). Reading through the lines of a paper and being able to take them in take me triple time more than my friends. I was then told by my university that there are actually almost 20 thousands students plus academics recorded of having ADHD. Although finding this out takes me 30 years, we're not alone.
Thanks for sharing. I’ve never been diagnosed. But at 50yrs of age Im going back to do my Masters in Teaching- English and History. This helps me focus. Your story has inspired me to hang in there. Its been very difficult. Good luck! Cheers
Every time I listen to this I get a noticeable break from the constant brain fog I have. It feels like someone opened the windows in my mind space and let some fresh spring breeze in. Both refreshing and calming. I am curious if it is just placebo or not, but in any case I appreciate it a lot. Thank you very much for making and sharing these tunes
I just have to say 2 things, thank you. Reading these comments really made me tear up. I used to feel alone in this world with not being able to get good grades because I can’t focus, and parents thinking it’s just me not wanting to do anything. But these comments really showed me I’m not the only one. So thank you.
Is today the 8th march? Yes. Do you have a 6000 word literature review due on the 16th? Yes. Have you started it yet? No . Are you hoping this track can help you start, write & finish the review before the deadline? YEEESSSSSS!
Do I need to write a thesis by today?Yes Did I start yet?No Do I wanna stop watching Dr.Who and finish it?No Do I think that this music is gonna grant me super brain power?Yes Should I leave the comment section?Yes........but should I?...should I really?________
I think I was overstimulated and couldn't stop daydream/couldn't focus. But, after listening to this, it actually helps. My brain still feels tired but I can actually hear sounds around me again. I feel hungry and thirsty. Wow! Thank you! You're amazing :.)!
Wow I was just thinking when I first started listening to this, I realized I felt really cold. It didn't register until I started listening. So I got up and moved around. Crazy how things that were too far out to sense comes into focus with this music.
That's caused by the increase in electrical activity and resulting heat in your brain. It doesn't happen all the time but it's usually a good sign that it's having an affect.
My ADHD is effecting the PTSD. Just started listening to this to calm my brain down. Haven't been able to sleep well in days. Can't meditate. I'm hyper aware and feel if I close my eyes, something bad will happen. This, I feel it releasing the tension. I can breathe normally. I can close my eyes. I don't know how this works but it works. Thank you.
I have an incredibly squirrelly mind, yet I just finished an hour sit, or meditation. It's not perfectly quiet, ever in my mind. I try to not judge it. Acceptance is the key to my serenity. I have committed to sit still for 1hr every morning and watch my breath, scan my body's with my mind. Period. I do it before daylight. Smell a lavender oil or other scent before I start. Stretch a bit. Get comfy. The secret is I discovered that by doing this without fail, I've developed a caring for myself I nevet knew. And that there is a secret garden underneath the mental noise. Happy Gardening 🙏🏻✌
@@ellyalovis640 this sounds like an amazing practice that I would love to attempt to incorporate into my daily routine (I mean, my routine is still very much out of whack from the last time I fell off of it a couple months ago, but maybe this would help?) Do you mind me asking how long you've been doing this for?
@@sela_otter I've been meditating every day, for 33 years. It goes with me when I travel, relationships, visiting family, etc. My inner sanctuary. Many different methods. Now I've added Wim Hof circular breathing to the evening session. Check out Wim Hof the Iceman. My mind doesn't work like other people's. I used to be ashamed and sad. Now, I see it as a Gift.
@@ellyalovis640 I will, thank you for the suggestion! Your practice is extremely admirable. I was diagnosed with ADHD-Predominantely Inattentive type a couple of years ago at the age of 21. It has put me on a journey of accepting myself as I am through realizing my brain is just different and that all of the shame I have accumulated throughout my life has mainly stemmed from not knowing that and trying to conform to the way neurotypical people function. My weaknesses just happen to fall in line with the areas that society values most. But there are definitely advantages that come with the mind I have, and I've been learning to embrace them while trying to learn ways to support the areas that I struggle with.
this took away the never ending urge to find that last hit of dopamine before finishing procrastination. It ended the search for that one last hit that never came.
I haven't been diagnosed with adhd/add but i think i have it. I've always struggled with studying because i get distracted so easily, even listening to music in "study with me" videos made me distracted. and this is my first time studying for 40 min straight without touching my phone! I'm so glad that i found this video while having finals next week. Thank you so much for creating this amazing video!!
The problem is that I have ADD and anxiety. So part of my brain is like "Oh, ok cool, I guess it's work time now" and the other part is going "WHY IS THIS WORKING? THESE NOISES ARE SO SPOOKY! THIS IS NOT OK! AHHHH--" Edit: So, uh, I just completed an assignment that is 3 weeks late and it took me 20 minutes. What the crap. It seems like even my anxiety is quelled. Not completely, but like, I'll be doing work and my anxiety will go, "Hey aren't we supposed to be freaking out about something?" and my ADD will say, "Uh... no, I don't think so." "Huh. Well, carry on then."
omg I feel just the same and I went to the comment section to check if someone had my same respond to this music. Good to know I'm not the only and and good to know that ended up working just fine for you!
Okay, so the struggle actually is real and it's not just me... good to know. edit: I also have ADD and several anxiety disorders. So, I feel slightly comforted when I find someone who puts my exact feelings into words. :) edit2: what it's like for me is that one song will give me the ability to finally concentrate for an hour, whereas another song will completely distract me while I imagine a random story to its lyrics for half an hour, whereas another song will send me into a complete panic attack... whereas another song is a mix of the above.
same combo, different reaction. *doesn't make concous decision to do work* brain: AAAAHHHHHHH WHY ARENT WE DOING THIS WORK IS THERE SOMETHING WRONG WITH US IT'S EASY WORK SO WHAT IS GOING ON WHY IS THIS A THING THERE IS SOMETHING I was a little sewerslidal because of it
I just took a neuro test to test for adult ADD or ADHD etc and ended up being told it’s PTSD and generalized anxiety disorder. I’ve known I have the anxiety but he said they can produce similar behaviors in people so what you are saying makes sense. It’s not uncommon to experience similar symptoms. Stay safe
I am super grateful to have found this!! It is extremely difficult for me to focus on my major biology course but I can feel a big difference when I am listening to this while I am doing my homework. Whoever comes across this comment, Don't give up on your goals!!! As long as we breathe, we shall continue pursuing them
The feeling this gives me is a feeling I only get when I'm swimming... It's a sense of fluidity and relaxation in all of my muscles and just a feeling of complete calm. Thank you for posting this!
I've been listening for quite a bit and was like "Damn, this is what a non-ADHD person feels like? That's amazing". It was so relieving. I've struggled with this disorder a lot, and I'm glad this was made. Thanks.
@@andrebranco3402 I've been studying brainwave entrainment and how isochronic tones can affect our brainwave activity since 2006 (www.mindamend.com/about-mind-amend/). I learned a lot of what I know from a company called Transparent Corp, who were pioneers in this field with their brainwave entrainment software. It was through them that I first heard about studies relating to ADD/ADHD, and how people with that type of condition often experience a higher amount of slow wave theta activity in the left brain. They had designed a brainwave entrainment session for ADD/ADHD based on that research. I used that original track as the basis for creating this extended session.
Sometimes I wish somebody could just kinda phase through my skull and give my brain a loving deep tissue massage to work out all the kinks and knots and tense areas. Get the blood flowing through the whole thing evenly again. So far, this music is one of the things that come closest to what I imagine a cerebral massage must feel like.
I've been reading the comments (getting distracted lol) but your guy's stories are touching and know that you're not alone! I'm not clinically diagnosed with Adhd or Add but I believe I have the inattentive type. Today I was supposed to get some work done for my remote job. But instead, I watched makeup videos ( shoutout to Auntie Jackie) knowing that I had work to be done. I just felt unmotivated, dumb, stupid, and overthinking the tasks in my head. Growing up I've always been the last one to do things and called lazy by my family, but to know now that my "laziness" was probably because of anxiety, and or Adhd, I'm learning to be gentler with myself and take each day one step at a time, listening to my intuition and following my heart and allow my intuition to guide me along the way. We are not perfect, so let's allow, give ourselves permission to experience life with all that it comes, with love, compassion, light, anxiety, add, ADHD, depression, joy, courage, and many more. YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS!! This music sounds soothing and hopefully, I'll find the motivation to get my work done.
I almost cried when i first listened to this. Instead of thinking about 10 things at once its like i had 10 file folders and i could choose which one to think about and then hit play to think about. I didnt feel the need to get up and run every 15 minutes. My day dreams were minimal and i could get my math homework done in just a few hours when it originally takes me all day. I could actually see in my peripheral vision and recall what i saw there with ease instead of having to focus on it fully. It was like a tornado and had dissipated and the land was calm in my head. Thank you.
I've spent two hours trying to get myself to get off of non-productive RUclips videos to work on my essay for To Kill A Mockingbird that's due at midnight and an additional hour even trying to get through one paragraph on an article without having to re read it 5 times over to absorb any information at all but once I started listening to this I managed to read three articles in 15 minutes. Regardless of whether or not this is a placebo, I'm very excited to see how far I get
@@catherinex5582 I SAW THIS A WEEK AGO AND COMPLETELY FORGOT TO REPLY I'M SO SORRY but um yeah it did keep me up till about 2AM but it really was a huge help because any other day I would have gotten overwhelmed and put it off for weeks
aw little freshman 😩 i had to do that too and rn i’m TRYING to write an essay on satirical analysis. junior year is tough especially with distance learning. considering your comment and the fact that you’re listening to this specific video, i can assume you have problems with procrastination and focusing. don’t worry, me too. my BIGGEST piece of advice is to do your work on time and don’t procrastinate. i know it seems impossible 99% of the time but trust me, it removes so much stress and anxiety from your life. ANYWAY, now i have to write my conclusion paragraph and i’m done! much love and good luck in the future
Thank you. I’ve been diagnosed ptsd, depression, anxiety but I really think undiagnosed ADD is behind a lot of how affected I am. Felt like my panic attack was going to make my brain overheat and this helped so much
Despite the fact that teachers, counselors, doctors and a therapist have all told my parent that I’m ADHD and should take meds my parents and I have have discussed meds and “they are not worth the health risk” so they are just like: “yOuR bOrDeRlInE, dRiNk SoMe cAfFiNe YoUlL bE fInE.” I do everything I can to try and keep it under control but it’s very hard this video is helping a lot thank you much
I'm really sorry to hear that... My boyfriend has been living with completely untreated ADHD for over 30 years. He was also diagnosed by teachers and psychiatrists through the school system. But his parents didn't get him treatment because of stigma, naysayers that said the meds would be a gateway drug to dangerous recreational drugs in the future, and limited resources. Despite average to high intelligence, he was never able to be mainstreamed. He missed out on so much foundational education. And he ended up falling into various phases of serious drug and alcohol abuse throughout his late teens, 20s, and early 30s until just a couple years ago, because he was essentially self medicating with drugs and alcohol. Turns out, studies are starting to show that ADHDers who are not properly medicated during their youth are more likely to abuse substances than ADHDers who received proper medication earlier on. The assumption is that it's partially for self-medicating to ease their symptoms as well as to deal with the low self esteem, anxiety, and depression that often comes from the consequences of untreated ADHD. Given his struggle to maintain a steady income, he couldn't afford insurance or out of pocket treatment. His emotional symptoms have improved to some degree with awareness and mindfulness. But his attention, hyperactivity, and executive dysfunction have been hard to manage. Recently, while searching for affordable options for treatment, I found a couple telemedicine companies that are focused on ADHD. They're not the most comprehensive - ideally my boyfriend would have the full gamut of treatment including cbt, talk therapy, life coaching, and meds. But he can't afford most of that yet. All these telemedicine companies can really do for now are let you meet with a doctor for assessment, prescribe if it's appropriate, do followup meetings about once a month to find the right dosage, and take questions via messaging in between. They don't take insurance. But it's the most affordable option I've found so far. One of them is called Ahead and the other is called DoneFirst. We went with Done. I estimate that including assessment, meetings, and prescription costs, it'll cost us roughly $1200-1400 for the first year and about $1000-1200 for subsequent years. I can't vouch for either of them yet because he's just started with Done and we haven't even been able to fill his Rx yet because of nationwide (U.S.) ADHD med shortages. But we'll see how the meds work for him and how the followup meetings and service go. Anyway, all this to say, I'm sorry that you're going through this and I hope your parents at least let you try treatment. I have friends and acquaintances who have ADD/ADHD. Some have been receiving medication since they were young and they thrived in school and are thriving in their careers. Another friend was medicated during childhood and early adulthood but decided to go off medication and use more holistic approaches - but it's only possible for him because he was able to learn the necessary skills to function while on meds and now he uses things like mindfulness, coaching, and meditation. This was also only available for him because he came from an affluent family that got him really comprehensive treatment from a young age. I have an acquaintance who has ADD and he did OKAY in school but still struggled and always felt like an impostor. But he finally got diagnosed and treated with medication in his early 20s and he's been making a lot of progress in his career and can even work on music on the side. Even though my boyfriend is already in his early 30s, and he's missed out on a lot of learning and experiential opportunities, I'm hoping that this is a new beginning for him to live a healthy life and to be able to pursue and achieve his goals. Good luck.
@pomegranateorange hello; :) a question, if you and/or others are ok to share: why to stay away from coffee? I thought it would be ok/help? I just restarted coffee, as my ADHD has been really bad (I am using all the tricks, meditation and mindfulness - they are helping but not enough) Thanks
What risks are they worried about? There certainly are risks, but most people worry it will be a gateway to other stimulant drugs. However, people with unmedicated ADHD are much more likely to get addicted to drugs. Our brains are literally missing chemicals we need. Using stimulants to put us at a "normal" level isn't addictive like neurotypical people using stimulants to get a high. It is similar to addiction in the sense that when your brain is working better you don't want to go back to how it was.
Tony Demetriou Yeah, my parents are worried about me getting addicted to it- They obviously have not done their research. They are also worried about the 1% chance that it could cause me to have heart problems even though I’m very physically healthy and out family has no history of heart issues. It feels like they are almost making up reasons for me to not get medicated... Either way, at my next doctor’s appointment I will be bringing up my ADHD with my doctor whether my parents like it or not and hopefully he can knock some common sense into my parents.
Alot people of dont take our mental illiness/disability serious until they do research its good to know tht theres a group and music tht helps us with our challenges ive been looking for support most of my life and im slowly finding it now thank you for this music
Thank you so much. I have not done much studying in these few days, and there's less than 5 weeks until our first final exam before college. I just studied 30 minutes straight for the first time in days, and I cannot put into words how great that felt. I am not diagnosed with ADHD, only with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I'm happy there's videos like these which can help me and others alike. Literally have been crying about this issue for months -- again, thank you so, so, SO much.
the irony of me just putting this in my watch later
HAHAHAH
OMG MEEE TOO ITS BEEN THERE FOR MONTHS
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lmao it be like that tho
LOL felt that
I work in a children's school library, and often times teachers will send kids who have trouble focusing into the library to fend for themselves (it's quiet, they won't be distracted, right? ha!). When I play this video I notice a difference with 95% of kids in less than five minutes, I don't tell them, I don't make it loud or soft, just start playing it, and they settle down and are able to work. Thank you!
That's amazing of you. Thanks on behalf of an ADHDer :D
@@sarahmansfield9724 Same, OP, you are a life saver! I wish I had that in highschool and middle school. I always felt dumb and had low self esteem because I couldn't focus or retain any information I needed. I'm sure you're making positive impact on many of these kids with ADHD.
Tell the teachers about this so that they can talk to their parents, it could be that these kids have something worth diving in to with mental health professionals
This is so wholesome
@@mortadelamesalami1547 frrr
maybe this is placebo, maybe it’s legit, maybe it’s just the fact that quiet music covers up your thoughts, but this genuinely helps me work and i’m so grateful.
guess who just studied for 33 minutes!!!
I'm going to keep a tracker for how long I focus on a school assignment(s) each day:
Day 1- 15 mins
Day 2 - 33 mins
Day 3 - Not sure, I lost track because I got distracted although I remember it last being at 25 mins
Day 4 - 1 hour and 34 mins
Update - Hey sorry haven't been updating! Been super busy and I forgot about this. However, this really does improve my concentration and helps relieve my ADD! If you find yourself not focusing enough try the "Just Tunes" version! Good luck with whatever you're doing and don't give up yall. Peace out.
@@oscarsalazar2332 Your comment does not say 'edited', stop bullshitting.
@@oscarsalazar2332 this comment is edited, yours not
literally all of those combined
yeah music without word helps me a lot too
My therapist recommended I find music like this to help me stay focused while I work and this just happened to be the first one I clicked on. And here I am stuck in the comments. You guys are my people, I swear.
Same same same
💯😅😂
Same same man
Ahahah same same
Also here in the comments. Hi friends. 😂
I came here to try and study but I'm scrolling through the comments like they're the most interesting literature on planet earth.
And now I'm re-reading my own comment
the comment has been left by a bunch of ADHD crew of course its interesting
lmao we are so predicatable huh
HONESTLY
Same so I will stop now 🛑
I listen to this because it helps me read comments better.
Nice
@@MindAmend Your welcome.
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Same lol
😂
I can feel the rabid squirrel in my head being tranquilized. Good night little buddy.
Young Rage lol 💕
Exactly this!!! 🤣🤣🤣❤
IM CRYING THIS IS SO TRUE JAESDGHJSFDHDJFA
lmao i love it, a personal favorite i've heard, the "over-caffeinated ferret" in your head.
🐿️?
I'm 26 and recently came to know that I've had undiagnosed ADHD all my life. Going througn the countless daily struggles, I have been blaming myslef for messing up everything. Now here I am, reading all these comments with tears in my eyes, thinking that it's not just me, and we are only unique, NOTHING ELSE. I'm starting to accept my imperfections now and trying to make better choices, everyday!
Thank you for sharing! I to went life blaming myself and feel like a failure. But today I have accepted my mental illnesses and feel free no longer do I fight with myself.
Literaly, the same, age and undiagnsed
how can you say unique, just different than usual, not unique nor special
YOU HAVE NO IMPERFECTIONS YOU ARE AS YOU SHOULD BE ❤ in-brace your special talents don’t be labeled as if there is something wrong with you You are perfect in an imperfect world.
Same here, just found out that I have ADHD at 33. I have gotten to a place where the stress of last minute work is no longer working (It used to be my strong point). Now, even if I have critical task that need to be done, I don't really care ... I'll put it off until the day in question, and then complete apathy for the consequences.
My therapist recommends some concentration sounds, it's shown that it works sometime. I hope everyone can overcome this and come out better and stronger.
My last two braincells have stopped fighting. They are now calmly sitting down and listening to music.
This is good.
Lloyd Johnson. My old friend Lloyd used to talk about his last two brain cells fighting. Sweet to hear it out there in the world again. He was a great guy. Glad yours are chillaxin’ now woohoo!!
YES! lol well said! This exactly!
ayy I'm the 1000th like
Finally. Peace.
I'm just commenting
This comment section is like an online ADHD support group, I swear
It's great! :)
An adhder knows how to support others istead^^"
@@cobalius facts
Isn't it wonderful XD
this have cleared my head so much and improved my mood drastically. I am forever grateful and humble. x
"it works stop reading the comments!"
damn they're right
*continues reading the comments
Could be worse, we could be disslexic
*shit why am I here again? fuck... lost reading comments*
just gonna plant this comment here to remind myself to stop reading other people's comments about reading the comments.
Now I'm reading someone else's comment while also commenting the comment that makes me comment the comment
@@nishimanimations true
I have Autism and ADHD AND a PhD student in dissertation. I could not have gotten through countless papers without this music and now depend on it to get me through the daunting dissertation process. It helps with executive failure most of the time
Same here. Diagnosed ADHD but undiagnosed autism, I just learned a few weeks ago. It definitely helps with stress at an extremely toxic workplace.
Executive Failure!! LOL Stealing!
I am also AuDHD with a PhD thesis to work on! Good luck :)
you better download it then
I just got diagnosed with ADHD (after years in therapy) and that explains why I cant focus on my masters thesis 😢
us all reading the comments instead of doing work rly just shows adhd ppl can be distracted by anything, huh?
*mhm*
you reminded me thankyou
oh frick i forgot
I feel attacked! 🤣
correct
so i just wrote 500 words in 20 minutes without getting distracted... my unmedicated ADHD works hard but this video works harder
Rock ON, sis!!! 😁🤩😎📇📇📇📇
@Ellen Lovelletteyt wpm aren't really measured like that when you're writing creatively... I type 190 wpm and I could probably only manage 500 words in 20 minutes IF that ;3 good job Alexis!
@@peachy_lili yea, actually i can type to 130wpm, but when it comes to make the original text. It all depends on your creativity, took me an hour just to make 2 page short story xd
I need to write 50 pgs in the next few hours, idk what to think
@@shivangidhingra7834 Bro how many pages!?!? Good luck but god I hope I never have to do that.
I feel so much better after reading these comments because sometimes my ADHD makes me feel like I’m lazier than others but it’s comforting knowing that there are other people who struggle with the same thing!
I totally agree, I just recently (like three weeks ago) discovered I have adhd (I'm 24) and it been amazing finding out that all these things I thought were just me being bad at life are, 1st explainable and, 2nd not as unusual as I had previously thought. It's incredible to no longer feel alone in this.
Yeah I'm a perfectionist and I just learned I have it after so many years of feeling down on myself for working slower. I was always studious and paid attention in class, but I felt really frustrated for having late work and incomplete assignments. It's helpful to know that there's not something wrong with me and there are ways to help it.
I know how you feel i have ADHD and ADD it sometimes gives the same feeling but i also have some what of a perfectionist. It really does not help.
I completely understand. You aren't alone. ^_^
@@Phoenix-Reborn2009 I have ADHD and I'm a perfectionist too! It is HARD but when the two balance out I feel like a superhero lol
I can’t stop crying!! Pure happiness. I can’t believe this is what people walk around like. No noise, no second guessing, no anxiety. I’m actually cleaning and not freaking out about the side jobs or side quest. I’m just doing it. I have never felt so calm, focused, peaceful. It’s so beautiful. Thank you!
I’m so happy for you! I know that feeling although I’ve only experienced it once or twice. Hopefully this video helps me get back to that state. I’m only 3 minutes in so far. Is it still helping you the same after the first time?
I literally have the sammmee debilitating symptoms you mentioned right down to the specific words of “actually cleaning” without worrying about side jobs that always come up in the middle of every little thing. Lol if you’re like me your house is a messsssss so being able to actually clean let alone do it easily & peacefully while even welcoming the side quests.
Medication helps a lot with that experience but only at a 30 mg dose for me which suckkks bc I metabolize it differently so one pill lasts only 3 or 4 hours & since I have 12 hour days, my Dr prescribed me 3 times per day instead of 2 and the pharmacies are like nope we won’t fill this!!
So to get through the 12 hours I have to break the 30 in half and taking only 15 doesn’t provide any symptom relief whatsoever. It only activates pure panic and anxiety bc I’m feeling like a complete failure with all of the things i need to be doing on my mind- all of the things all at once and all while knowing I can’t perform the way I need to perform and inevitable failure always ensues.
Idk if you even take medication lol I guess i had to get that off my chest! Your symptoms sound like mine so I feel like we’re instant friends 🙃
Hoping this audio helps me like it helped you! 🙏 woot woot I’m going to just expect benefits and manifest them into existence.😅
It's crazy, right????
I understand, I didn't think something like this was possible
when i firstly heard this song ( yesterday), my initial feelings was like you(now it's still like that haha). Everytime i really attempt to concentrate on my study but always thinking about the second problems, questions, works.etc then feeling worried and scared about my future (this process has continued day to day), like, my productivity is very low. This sound is literally amazing! Thank you Dr.Jason Lewis from my heart
Can we take a moment to appreciate this man liking comments from one day ago on a video he made 3 years ago? Also for real this video is the only reason I am still on track to graduate. Thank you so much!
Thanks. Likewise, I really appreciate that people are still watching and commenting on something I made 3 years ago.
@@MindAmend class act!
Jesus died for your sins and rose again put your faith in him to be saved
Yes, thank you, Jason! This has really helped me focus on my studies today. I was having a hard time focusing and canceling out my thoughts and the noises around me. This really helped calm and center me.
Why are so many people making comments that Implore us to appreciate things....? Especially lately.
This feels like a weighted blanket for my brain
Fr
Agreed.
I finally picked up a waited blanket, when Pier 1 Imports was going out of business last year.
this is the most accurate comment ever
Yes
I agree!
Comments:"stop going through the comments and study"
*scrolls *
*Continues to scroll even though I have 24 missing assignments that I need to finish ;^; *
@@lavender_1112 I literally have a 21 lesson math exam in 4 days and I didn't even finish half of it :) and it's at school
@@dojascat oh no T ~ T
@@dojascat just math? And your doing in school like you have to go see people ;-;
@@lavender_1112 I have an Arabic exam and when I tell you I didn't open it like I don't even have its book so I can open it :'(
Something I've found about my ADHD is that symptoms can get exponentially worse if you believe they are and half my fight has been to have faith in myself. So don't forget to believe in yourself and create some self-fulfilling positivity :)
this is so true and something I am currently experiencing as well
Fasting helps clear the mind
gonna be honest, i actually started crying
my ADD has been extremely bad lately, my grades are nearly failing and i've been so stressed trying to bring them back up
my mind is constantly racing, i want to do so many things at once, i've forced myself into multiple art projects and i'm wanting to both do nothing and at the same time practice extensive self care, i'm tired and drained, so just
to listen to something that genuinely does soothe and slow my mind to where i can actually focus on my own thoughts just makes me realize how bad my ADD can get
it feels like someone is just massaging my brain and ears, and it's causing me to lose a lot of tensity i held in my arms and stuff
i'm so tired, man
ADD is extremely draining
I feel you. I am in the exact same boat. Online school is so rough. I have so many projects or tasks 1/2 done and I'm so behind in all of my classes it's scary. I started my masters this semester and I don't know if I can finish it like this. I've been on meds for so long, I feel like they don't work anymore. I wish there was ADHD counselling for quarantine. The only things I find that help are spending time outside and exercising, but it never feels helpful until I actually do it.
Oh man... rest assured, it's nothing you can blame yourself for, and you're not alone! I just lost my job recently because the ADD couple with a semi-absent authoritarian father in my childhood gave me some serious issues with low self esteem. But after being let go, I have had my fingers in sooo many 5 minute projects... just exploding the idea into play, only to let it sink into nothing.
I need to be better at this myself, but I find that it helps a lot to go for a long walk (like 5 miles or so) in the forest. Leave the phone at home. No music... just go. Get into nature, and re-charge. It's almost like meditating for me, because I can let my thoughts run, and I can adress some of the severe overthinking that otherwise occurs.
I'm sure we will get to the other side, right now, it just might seem like we are rowing aimlessly around. But take a deep breath and hold on, and keep rowing.
me too, my adhd was getting really bad and I'm not really getting it treated so I just looked up "adhd music" and I started listening to this and my brain just started to... calm down, and it felt so nice, I've been trying to calm down for like an hour. I started crying like 20 seconds in.
Saaaammmeee
Same!! Everything about this, same. I really recommend watching asmr at night to wind down if you don't already. Two of my favorites for talking/mouth noises are Batala's asmr and Gentle Whispering asmr, and two of my favorites for no-talking asmr are Viva asmr and asmr Ppomo. Also, just to note, not all asmr is made for sleep! A good portion is, but plenty of it can be put on in the background while you study and work similarly to this video. You definitely don't have to watch them if you don't want to but as a person who has been dealing with my unmedicated adhd for a long time i credit these artists for helping me maintain my sanity lol. Wishing u peace and focus :)
I was wondering if this was working, thinking maybe my ADHD isn’t that bad... then I realised I’ve been sat reading the comment section for over 15 minutes without checking my devices or anything else... ground breaking
I expect it to help most people struggling to focus but it should have more of a noticeable impact on someone with ADHD. It’s not really a reliable indicator on it’s own to know whether you have ADHD or not.
@Loco Zen My dude, why are writing "I" as "eye"? eyes are a body part and I is a pronoun, please also rethink your beliefs on whether disorders are real because they are not just terms.
@Loco Zen you rock, keep doing you and using language how you want.
@Loco Zen no, mental/neurological disorders aren't just about how much energy you have or how you feel. most of them are literally caused by measurable imbalances of chemicals in the brain. it's not just some label to describe your behavior, it is a real thing that has actual meaning. if you really don't believe they are real you should do some actual research on them.
see look thats the problem for me I'm reading the comment section and I have a test to take
why does this feel more like silence than silence ughhhh
obvi doesn’t sound like it BUT THE FEELING DOE
I realise now my mind operates on stimulates like a 'normal' person mind is like all, and that a normal person experiences my brain when they are on stimulates - my brain operates like their high - thing is their high wears off, mine keeps going, they only get to experience my brain for a few hours -and then they get exhausted and feel wasted. I live in that brain and tho I enjoy being there just a few moments or hours reprieve is so calming
How is this so right..
tru omg feel like someonne give me numbing thing for ma brain but it just music
Right right right. Like there’s a little dude in there massaging each hemisphere. Ahhh...little dude, great work, appreciate ya, man 😊😎
i actually cried about 2 minutes in, this was the first time my head has felt really clear in awhile, it feels like that stage right before you fall asleep but you’re still somewhat conscious and it’s so comforting except this whole video is that split-second feeling, i feel like i’m floating and am now addicted to this video
This is exactly what I'm feeling rn
Did u hear full music at a time?
I am 66 yrs old and was recently told by my Doctor that I have been living with undiagnosed ADHD all of my life. I can tell you a couple of things about my life, it has been Amazing! I followed my own interests. I never let people's judgements convince me that I was something I wasn't or allow myself to become someone whose self belief and worth depended on other people's opinions of me.
I had different interests from most of my classmates as a kid, but I explored my interests by myself or occasionally with someone I might meet who shared an interest or two with me. I never ignored my own path to follow the crowd and although I was thrilled to meet someone who shared some interest or hobby with me, I was never disappointed or feeling left out by the crowd. I always liked being me, even though sometimes it seemed as though just being yourself draws all kinds of criticism and even insults from others, there was Nothing in my life that I would have traded just to fit in with the crowd. When I was a kid in school, we were strapped for very many small and unjustifiable reasons, I know now that the main reason was for the teacher's purpose, they had no other tool in their toolbox that they could use to establish Crowd Control of a classroom full of kids.
These days, I believe, that the teachers position has not gifted them with any new tools to replace that Strap they've been deprived of and since kids are still kids and teachers are still dealing with exactly the same problems as they did in years gone by, I believe they've been making their lives easier by talking to parents and Doctors about their problem, which is. They believe themselves to be Great Teachers as they were Great Students but who would believe that when so many kids are floundering in School?
Their own sense of self preservation, I think, has led them to claim that while they are Great teachers despite the numbers of children and students who fail, it's simply because those kids "Just can't Learn"
Why would that be? Because they just can't focus on the drivel the curriculum forces me to teach them one and all, when no two think alike...that's what I think has become the conversation talking points....the teachers are great, the curriculum is scintillatingly interesting but half of the kids just can't seem to Focus on most of the subjects long enough to learn, they start fidgeting and doodling (out of boredom?) and distract the rest of the class.
Then the parents teacher day causes stress in all of the Parents, they get the suggestion that their kid should maybe be seen and tested for ADHD and sure enough, the next thing you know, half the kids or more and all being medicated to get along in their classes.
I'm starting to think that the old strap was a lot easier on our minds than the diagnosis and medications have been on yours.
When some teacher strapped me, in the back of my mind, I always thought that there was something wrong with that teacher doing that to us kids.
These days, after you've been seen and told any of a multitude of things are Wrong With You and you have been duly medicated and left believing that something was wrong with You. that's a Horrible thing to plant in a young persons mind.
We had a lot of violence to live with and a lot of hard work to do, but we never heard of kids suffering from anxiety or panic attacks or needing to be medicated to allow us to focus on many things that no kid in it's right mind would want to spend two minutes focusing on.
Make sure that you don't take all the judgements and labels to heart, Believe in yourself, you've got two arms and two legs like everyone else and you can do whatever anyone else can, as long as You really want to.
If you don't believe me, check it out, a great number of successful people, really successful people have been told they have ADHD, including most of those who work in Silicon Valley, some of the most famous techie names you ever heard of, they got so good at something because they were great at focusing on that thing, which could be all about computers or programming, or observing nature or farming, or painting, or anything at all.
Don't let being "different" cause you to look at yourself in any way other than as an Original Masterpiece. Those are not always recognized immediately by the masses, but once they are, they can often go from being shunned to being adored, look at Van Gough and many many others, what they went through just because they were different and nobody was able to recognize their greatness, that wasn't their fault, it didn't make them less great, they believed in themselves, not what others thought about them. You Do that Too, if you don't do anything else, Get your own back!
amazing story
There's no way I can concentrate through this hole novel but I read the beginning and the end and good for you 😂 and thank you:)
I did not read all of that but I read a good bit I would say
I get your point and it’s great you didn’t have issues holding you back in life. I’m 40 and just self-diagnosed, and many parts of life have been affected after doing fine at school. In the past people didn’t talk about mental health much or understand it or neurodivergence, and they don’t often understand them well now either. Hitting kids, I can’t say much cos it sends me to places, I can’t stand the notion that’s it in any way okay or not harmful, I know you weren’t saying that exactly and you’re right that the emotional abuse from lack of understanding for a kid’s whole childhood is just as bad, possibly worse, but hitting kids causes them so much emotional pain too and teaches them awful things about themselves, others and the world. The generational trauma of it too, damn.
God bless you. Thank you for writing that.
ever since quarantine started my ADHD has made it literally so difficult to do schoolwork especially since i'm at home. this really really helped me stay focused and work. thank you!
IDK if I have adhd or something but this is the same for me, God I wish we had that vaccine rn
Same with me.
I probably have ADD and damn this quarantine school is killing me
May I ask how you’re going about using this? Meaning, do you listen while you’re studying or sleeping? Or just sit and listen...? Trying to figure this whole thing out. 🤷🏼♀️ Thanks!
@@stinaz2003 i listening it while i am studying or working. With headphones.
is this how quiet normal people's brains are? cause damn if my head stayed this silent and actually let me do things I would turn into a freaking Davinci
TY SO MUCH FOR THIS AUDIO
I forgot how normal people say Da Vinci so I really said: *"DAVINKY!?"*
@@jeremy9550 why is that such a moooood (also I fucking love your name)
@@ruewest5828 Thanks I picked it myself lmao😌
@@jeremy9550 that’s iconic.
@@jeremy9550 FUCKING SAME
Hey ADHDer!! You're a shooting star, capable of lighting up the darkest sky. Don't give up. There's always tomorrow, and you can try again. You are loved, you are important, you are meaningful, you matter ...regardless of any societal measure of worth. Your existence is a miracle I deeply cherish. Thank you for being born 💖💖
Why are you making it sound like we are retards. We just have less attention span and a bit more stress.
Now this one made me tear up
thank you 🥹❤️ God bless you 💖 🙌
Thank you ❤🥹
God bless your eternal soul for not putting ads in this
(Im saying this as an atheist, thats how important this is lmao)
You're welcome. Ads after the music starts would just ruin the effect.
@@MindAmend you are awesome
God bless you David!
Well look at that I’m only 43 seconds into the video I’m checking the comments to see if it’s good and some how some way both a vegan and an atheist find a wha to tell me they are vegan/atheist
@@JessJess347 🤣
Them leaving the comments on is probably the biggest mistake
I agree 1000%
Community is priceless.
I think you can disable comments temporarily, or go on your school acc
Lol yep, more distractio. SQUIRREL!
Pro tip: cast this to your tv and listen in the background whilst reading these beaut comments via mobile. voilà!
Say it with me: I'm finishing this homework tonight.
you're finishing this homework to- actually wait that was three weeks ago. did you finish it yet?
me: I'm finishing this homework tonight.
clock: but, it's 0:42 👉👈🥺
my brain: oh! 😳guess we'll have to leave it for tomorrrow then! 🤭let's take a break from it and do something fun for the rest of the night until we fall asleep 🤫😇✨✨🎉🎊🎶
me: but--- ...well, you do have a point... okeeeeeeey, i'll do it on the morning, let's follow the neurotypical schedule out of convenience just this once 😌🥳 we have the whole morning to finish it, should be more than enough time for it 🤡
the homework: dude, my deadline is due tomorrow at 2pm wtf 🤨 how dare you ignore me yet again 🙄😤😭😠 istg, every damn day with the same exact bullshit😑😒
....ohno
Yes
Do I have to? Do I *really* have to?
im finishing this work- oh wait, it was due a month ago..... am i done yet?
This comment section makes me feel so safe and heard.
As somebody aged 25, who recently discovered their differences (both autism and ADHD last year), I'm now re-visiting my GCSEs as an adult and this is the hardest step I've taken so far... I've never felt so alone yet empowered in my whole life.
Loneliness is beating me at the moment, but God knows I'm trying.
Good luck!
@@oxocube000 thank you so much - hope all is well! :)
Keep fighting. It's hard, but don't give up.
"weighted blanket for my brain" is way too accurate-
weighted blankets are awesome
Y’all I need to try a weighted blanket
Wow.... It totally is...
I’m definitely gonna listen to this later with my weighted blanket! 🥰
Accurate, For people who don’t know, a weighted blanket helps people relax and reset the nervous system. They can be purchased or made by hand. It’s often used to help people on the autism spectrum. It’s great for anxiety. It provides “deep pressure” which mimics the feeling on being snuggled or hugged. It can be really healing for people living alone during the pandemic 😷 ❤️
ya'll: using this video to focus on studying
me, an intellectual: using this video to hyperfocus on something else when i should be doing work
I was literally doing just that. I am outside too, because it is a beautiful day, and I just spent the last 30mins contemplating the clouds on the mountain. It looked like a giant dragon, and away my mind went. XD It is amazing for my anxiety though. :)
XD same ahaha
Dude I'm so focused on reading these comments right now lol
LITERALLY
@@vincristine7035 I have dyslexia and woah! These comments are so easy to read compared to normal! But will my ADHD let me do work? No!
POV: you’re distracted from whatever you were trying to do by reading the comments
shush
Yah.. I’m playing the sims 3 😂 but i got distracted by the comments
lmaooo
Thanks actually! I realized it only when you brought it up lmao xD I'm doomed!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HELPING ME NOT FALL BACK ASLEEP
It’s a crime to have left the comments on
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@@lisaa23581 Still 111 likes
@@d3clips391 now they're 114
@@lisaa23581 we're at 216 likes
Lol
what the heck why does this feel like it's working, like my brain is being quiet, is this what it's like to not have adhd? i might cry this is so weird...
that's the kind of tones i'm always searching for in music and i like that about rain
YES!!!! What does it mean? My brain was so befuddled and I was struggling so hard for the last 25 mins before I came across this.
They call that placebo
Does it make you feel more aware?
Bondo ey, placebo or not, it helped me get work done
I have really bad ADHD, dyslexia, severe anxiety, and crippling depression (all professionally diagnosed) the point is that school has become to hard for me I can no longer understand the words people speak to me I have a second chance with one of my 8 classes and have been trying to work on it for a week now it is due tomorrow at 10am no matter what environment mood or noises I was around I couldn’t even read the words of the page. I was going to give up on it until I found your video 30 minutes in and I finished 3 pages!! Thank you for uploading this and allowing it to be free to all of us who need it I have hope in myself and am going to try using this with other situations.
Hope you're doing well.
I hope you're doing well and I'm so happy you finished your work! Great job dude
I wish you the best!
8 classes os a bit too much. I have 5 and struggle. I don’t know what I’d do with 8…
Consider going to an all online high school! Ones near me are 30 bucks a months. I hope you are well!!!
Take a deep breath. Deeper. You will pass this test. You ARE going to triumph - you are doing better than you allow yourself to realize. You have unseen help and you really are going to be alright.
Now, exit the comments and move forward.
You got this 💛
✊
Thank you for this ❤
🫶😭
I love this person
❤❤❤thank you
Y’all know your ADHD is bad when RUclips recommends you ADHD music therapy
ok this comment wins
lol yeahhh for OCPD guys too as me lol
I never got diagnosed and o dont wanna make any assunption that i have it BUT THIS SHIT SLAP AND AS OF RN IM BLASTING THIS IN MY MATH TEST.
My fbi anget knows me well
Yesss
I used this video through my past two university degrees, to help me study and get homework done, and am now using it to help me prepare lessons for my students in my first year as a high school teacher. I've also shared it with my students to help them focus as well. Thank you so much for making this!
Wow. Thanks for your appreciation and for sharing the word with your students. It’s an honour and very rewarding to think that I have played a part in your journey.
Ok not to be intrusive but i have adhd ahahah how did you finished 2 university degrees and started being a teacher in 4 years? ahah
@@nestler4936 lol!! Well I did a total of three university degrees actually (found the vid at the end of the first program) so it was 8 years of school all together. And how I did it was with medication, determination, and a lot of sleepless nights
@@katherinegolden3319 ok first: congratulations!! but i mean this because of this video being launched in 2017 xD
@@nestler4936 they probably got their last two degrees in a span of 4 years
2 things I love about this youtube video.
1. The sounds, they actually work. I'm 27 years old and I just found out.
2. This is the best comment section I have ever seen. Keep it up! Spread love and happiness.
Cheers
No- one is judging each other ,with a different set of rules, of what’s normal to them. That’s why. We can all relate 🙂🙂🙂
If you listen to this long enough will you feel the effects long term, even when you’re not listening to it?
I was severely traumatized years ago as a teenage, got diagnosed with ADHD. Spent my whole life fighting ADHD. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.
I'm so very happy for you, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.
Can you help me with the reliable source 🙏. I'm 56 and have suffered for years with addiction, anxiety and severe ptsd, I got my panic attacks under control myself years ago and they have come back with a vengeance, I'm constantly trying to take full breaths but can't get the full satisfying breath out, it's absolutely crippling me, i live in Germany. I don't know much about these mushrooms. Really need a reliable source!! Can't wait to get them
YES very sure of Predroshrooms. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, BPD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
Mushrooms are very medicinal. This is why anybody familiar with psilocybin and any other kind of fungi will tell you, "They are alive." They have a very ancient wisdom. To my experience, all mushrooms have always said, "Pay attention to your life. How you think, how you feel, and what will you do with the information that you always knew, but now are seeing in this point of view." This is why mushrooms are so respected in tribal cultures. This mental health treatment works for me too. Half micro doses do the trick for me. At least a few days at a time with lengthy time in between. Never addictive. Thank you for sharing this point!
Where do I reach this dude? If possible can I find him on Google
I have ADHD and I searched "music to get your brain to just shut up". This video came up. TWAS ACCURATE. THANK YOU.
Hey.. me too. where do you live. I was diagnosed after my late 20s
@@Celevie Lmao I saw this a while ago and forgot to respond hellooooo adhd 😂I live in connecticut but I'm currently in the midwest for college. U? (and I was diagnosed when I was 9 :) )
Azarello I was on Focalin back then, but I’m on adderall now
Azarello no, adderall works well for me! This vid helps towards the end of the day when it wears off and I still have a ton of homework to do 😆
Lizzie MacDonald don’t worry i wish you all the Best
Oh my God these lower frequencies are like a blanket muting the noise of my brain and the rest helps me stay focused. Thank you!
Have you tried theta beats for rest or overwhelming? I love this for writing my books though
@@thatwickedsmahttraumachick thanks for the recommendation
Totally Agree. The tones feel like a weighted blanket, covering the persistent noisy thoughts that take over my brain!
What a beautiful way to describe it! Exactly the same for me. It's amazing to feel the "static" quiet down.
Same! It’s like the sounds switch sides in my earphones and are intense on one side then the other. It feels like a massage for my brain. Then the music increases in sound but not a high pitch where I feel anxious...
im adhd/autistic. i havent used this for anything study related, not yet. insomnia be keeping me up; i was just watchin youtube and stumbled across this. saved it to favorites less than a minute in.
my mind feels so clear. the brain static is still there, kinda, but its quiet enough for me to actually think. i honestly feel like crying; im so happy. i cant wait to try it with school stuff
Wow, I also felt like crying when listening to this. I was never diagnosed with ADHD but I feel like I can never get rest from the thoughts constantly racing thru my mind. Hey Jordan I hope you feel better.
Im already doing that.
I am 51 and was just diagnosed with ADHD. Suddenly it all makes sense now. Learning about this and trying to help myself is my latest obsession.
Any recommend to me ??
You and me both, diagnosed recently and about to turn 52.
I was 34 when diagnosed....after I had greatly reduced my caffeine intake! Just recently discovered bilateral beats and binaural beats....WOW! They have helped immensely!
Please. 😢Help. How do you manage Adhd? I just figured out I have it too. Not diagnosed. How do you manage it? My mind goes in circles 😢😢
@@Butterbugsbakedgoodswhat did the caffeine reduction do? I have a cup of coffee or two a day 😊
My partner was having major sensory overload and felt like he wanted to tear his skin off. So I put a blanket on him, had him cross his arms over his chest, and played this. It made him so calm he fell right asleep. This truly works!
Is your partner an actual child? Night a livin
This sounds PERFECT for Gwart
@@TheTGOAC this is a weird comment, people can be taken care of like this when mental episodes manifest...
@@TheTGOAC i suggest you actually read about sensory overload before you assume its some kind of tantrum or fit
A thing which helps me is for my partner to cuddle me strong almost like laying on me with all his weight. It takes 10 minutes and bad moods, depressions, mealt downs, other out of control emotions, the edge of panic attacs, all go back. Maybe you want to try it. I figured that is one of the best things for me and I am happy my partner is so amazing and leaves everything he does at that moment to help me. Your partner must be happy too knowing you have his back.
I'm currently a 4th year medical student preparing for my step 2 board exam and I randomly saw this video on the side while trying arduously to find something as beautiful as this is for my mente. I wish I had more time to read through these comments (classic ADHD problem) but I'm touched and honored to be a member of such a warm, welcoming, misunderstood and positive population of neuro-atypicals. I'm applying for residency in psychiatry with hopes of focusing on ADHD treatment. I was diagnosed and treated in 5th grade and ever since then, my life has been a constant roller coater of emotions, behavior adaptations, and personal growth. Not to mention the constant personal battle of psychopharmacology and finding out what works best for you... as there are so many options. Anyways, back to grinding. As much of a struggle it can be sometimes, its nice to know we're not alone in this journey. Keep on being you! side note, I think without ADHD people, the world would be a lot more boring place, we're kind of like the spice of life... and no one wants to eat bland food
I was diagnosed with ADHD in 3rd grade and will be applying to med school. I'm daunted but hope I'll be accepted. I can no longer tolerate stimulant medication so I have been trying to figure out other techniques to mitigate my deficits. Thanks for your comment Nikolai its inspirational.
hope to find a psych like you someday! so tired of mental health professionals trying to poke holes in adhd
I have all the symptoms of adhd , and I am a 31 yr old Software engineer.
I am wondering if instead of suppressing our brains we should rather harness our ability to hyper-focus . I have had moments in my academic life with hyper-focus it feels as if you are a genius and the whole world has slown down.
Should we be pursuing meditation and improving on mind-body connection? an advanced yogi can make his/her mind feel anything he/she wishes they can slow down their mind and body at the same time feel bliss/joy at any moment regardless of the external conditions.
Should we be focusing on training our minds to similar achieve similar feats? if we could feel joy /bliss at any time we wanted then maybe we would no longer have tasks where we feel the lack of positive feelings and dopamine and then ADHD could be an asset vs an hinderance
@@MrSurfangler mindfulness meditation has been one of, if not the most, life improving change I made to my life. It's like going to the gym though. You have to do it consistently. It's all about practice
@@MrSurfangler Hi Durvsh; A client of mine recommended this particular entry(Nice). You are are correct in wanting to further develop your abilities; though remember, all of life is about relationship and relationships. I believe THIS is what life for humans and humanity and the universe(our world) is about. ADHD is only a Name that identifies intra/interpersonal processing. Jung was not so much into "identifying" personality types and stories but expanding upon the whole field of each individuals/persons competency of relationships, experience and expression. Seek experience in developing your abilities but realize that your abilities are simmering in a soup of potential relationships. Keep stirring the pot!
I'm not ADD enough to be diagnosed, just enough to suffer.
Thankfully, good people share helpful resources like this online for free.
Real angels of our time.
Damn I'm so sorry to read your comment. That's not fair 🙁 glad you find resources like this help but really you deserve a diagnosis if that's what you need ❤ surely if it's enough to suffer it's enough to be supported.
sort of know that pain. i have gone through years of speech therapy and occupational therapy and hundreds of testing which all of it made it so i couldn’t be diagnosed with dyslexia (i still say i have it because it’s what i’ve known since forever and i didn’t just self diagnosed myself off the internet my mom and i seriously think i have it)
@@erin1497 ❤ there are a lot of neurodivergent people who have been shamed enough to struggle on their own to behave neurotypical. And the truly heartbreaking thing is, they are then not even allowed to be part of their own community and the "professionals" who are supposed to have their backs kick them while their down with a simple "you dont have x, y, z". That is a special and f*cked up type of pain. It is one of the aspects of this world that makes me so sad and so full of rage at the same time. I'm sorry to anyone who has had to self diagnose because you are not truly seen or understood. I see you all ❤
@@erin1497 I kinda see it as, you're not allowed in the neurotypical club but you're also not allowed in the neurodivergent club. It's a lonely place of rejection and on top of that you still havent had your support needs met. Like theres no place for you to truly fit in. No wonder it comes with depression.
having adhd means your brain is wired differently. you either have it or you don’t. your struggles are not invalidated no matter what
I don’t wanna self-diagnose but I’ve been noticing a lot of ADD symptoms in myself. I’ve always had trouble concentrating but I was told I’m too lazy, but now in college i know it’s much more than that. Literally 15 mins ago I couldn’t get myself to do anything and now this music is helping so much. I don’t know how to even go about getting diagnosed for this.
Call psychiatrists near you and ask tell them you are looking for an adhd specialist. If you make the mistake of going to a doc who knows little about it, you might have a similar experience I originally had. And you don’t want that trust me lol. Lots of gaslighting and pure ignorance from a dude so sure of himself the contradiction is so extreme is huuurts. Lol just being around him was soo toxic . Felt very judged. He prescribed me medication but never care d about my symptom relief.
Thennn I saw a neuropsychiatrist who specializes in adhd. He told me the low low dose of medicine I was on was actually the reason for my anxiety level being so high. He upped my dosage a bit and he was right- all my anxiety literally disappeared like magic and no anxiety meds were taken for days. I completely forgot I even had them as an option- that’s how extraordinary & extreme the shift was. Anxiety that before was causing panic attacks was all of the sudden poof, gone ! All bc I was finally on the right dose of adhd meds.
I went to the first horrible Dr for like 10 years so was in awe of the new one ; I thought all drs would be like the original. Now though pharmacies aren’t dispensing my prescribed dose bc they say it’s too high.
Screw what the Dr says, they’re in charge apparently lol. So I’m back down to the same low dose I was on before so I can get through a 12 hour day. Rarw!
Anyway some advice for your first appt: memorize Every single one of your symptoms. Its super difficult for us adhders to think of everything we need to include on the spot in the moment bc our executive functioning makes it super hard to organize our thoughts especially in a sequential manner and in a way that lists most debilitating symptoms first.
I talk about the worst things as an afterthought usually. So write everything down & make sure you tell them your exact life situation & work or school life that is being affected by your symptoms.
Just listing symptoms makes some docs think someone memorized the Dsm just to get diagnosed so always relate each one to a specific experience you have often or had recently.
Most docs don’t go through the extensive testing for it- just self reported symtoms and they watch how you behave during appt. My new Dr said he noticed I kept looking out the window & said I kept interrupting him so he knew within 10 min my original diagnoses was on point. I have to say something as soon as I think it or I’ll forget it forever lol
It was easier in my case bc I was going to him with an established diagnosis already but my original Dr diagnosed me with it after hearing that my pediatrician told my mom when I was super young that I likely had it but she decided against medication. & bc I was book smart, I got through school successfully until college when the coursework & time load changed drastically. Apparently that’s a reallllly common thing with ADHDers; that surprised me.
Anyway don’t worry about the appt at all; ask for an adhd specialist only and you’ll be fine. If you truly have adhd & it sounds like you do it’ll be obvious to the Dr but worst case scenario if they won’t diagnose you, call a different psychiatrist. Hopefully your health insurance is goodish or at least has Optum
It sounds a lot like adHd. I thought the same and was even diagnosed but never knew what ADHD was or how it affected my life. Watch some videos on RUclips about INNATTENTIVE type ADHD. You don't have to be the kid who couldn't physically sit still, you could be the kid who never paid attention but got good grades anyway, etc. Do yourself a favor and do your own research because most doctors aren't. If you do end up at your family doctor, speak up and let them know that it is NOT normal to spend 4 hours trying to unload the dishwasher lol.
@@The_Scales_of_Justice Heyy I just saw this sorry. After I typed out this comment, I did a lot of research and lol so many things add up. Spoke to my regular therapist about attention issues and waited to see if CBT/REBT help, which spoiler alert they don't. Now I'm looking for ADHD specialists in my area. Little anxious about getting gaslit or forgetting what I need to tell them, but gonna do it. Your advice about listing specific situations makes sense.
Super grateful for the advice, thank you!
The biggest issue with my ADHD is that if I want to do things at home, I just can never get myself to focus enough on them to actually do them. Doesn't matter how much I want to work on something, if my brain decides no, then it's a no.
This video consistently has helped me to do things that I'd be unmotivated to do otherwise. And I plan on keeping it around to help me stay productive in whatever I wanna do.
You are speaking my language!!!!!
@@KennethLocherII I have been there
You have to make those tasks your Now vs Not Now. I promise if you put it on the calendar that after work tomorrow you're going to tackle that task, you will go through the whole dayu knowing that's what you're going to do and I promise you'll be more inclined to do it when you get home.
this is EXACTLY me. my biggest struggle in having adhd is procrastination. i can hyperfocus on my favourite subject but it will take me soo long to be motivated to start on it. once im started i can go on for a long time but that first step is hard even when it is a subject i absolutely love.
Now I don't understand French but this I do understand. Thank you
Me and my adhd-brain loves this! A little tip to also achieve this feeling in daily life: change up patterns. Like showering or brushing your teeth with the other hand. Step outside the house with the other foot. It really activates the brain!
You assume I have patterns.
@Aya You do. Even without realizing them.
Never realized I always use my right foot to exit my house-- thank you for creating a new thought pattern altogether!!
@@erinnelikewoah yes it is really worth a try! I litterally feel my brain wake up when I switch up the patterns and change te routine. It activates the neurodivergent brain 🙌🏻
I absolutely LOVE this tip. So incredibly helpful!
i havent been diagnosed with adhd/add, but everyone around me suspects i do. i have a huge problem with focusing on sounds instead of words (example: if the entire room is silent except for a faint sound of something outside, i will focus on only that sound outside). so reading and studying is practically impossible. so when i saw this video, i didnt have high expectations. now that i am 30 minutes in and actually remember what i was reading, i realize i was wrong and this video is a blessing.
i am currently undiagnosed but my school nurse was helping me through tests until the corona shut down the schools (bad timing) I don't know how old you are but I suggest getting tested before you are 18 since that ends up closing a lot of doors. this video was the best thing to exist. never finished an essay in under 2 hours :)
Nee-Nee Papa I wish I could get tested before I turn 18 but my parents aren’t too big on Therapy and metal health :( I’m starting to suspect I have it and I don’t want to go through the rest of my life not knowing
@@_t3ab0ttles36 i went through high school without getting diagnosed because i felt i didnt need medication anyway. After highschool i was diagnosed while in the military because i kept screwing things up there. If you actually have it then it shouldnt be a problem getting help whenever you go to get checked out so dont worry. If a military doctor was inclined to diagnose me then youll be fine on the outside. Ive found deep house/acid house helps me a lot too, similar to this
Im the same way, i havent been diagnosed but i get distracted very easily and will grab random things and start to mess with it. Even trying to write a paper or something ill have a really hard time focusing on the paper and doing everyday task sometimes. I dont know what it is but when listening to this music it send a whole shiver in my body and it calms me down so much. So honestly thank you
Have you considered misophonia? It is a condition in which certain sounds are very loud and irritating to some.
My counselor suggested I may have ADHD.. when I read up about it.. it literally answered why I always struggled with so many things.. these sounds are like a tangible protective layer amidst my thoughts and mind and is a good way to cope and bring about a peace to a certain depth in my physical realm.. although it’s not as deep or profound as the peace that surpasses all understanding that I found in God.. Jesus is my peace and videos like this help me engage the things that really matter. God bless you all. I pray you are able to discern the assault of some thoughts and the truth and peace of who you are and whose you are.
I've always had this problem where I have to re-read every page at least twice. Its very hard for me to stay focused, and I get frustrated because I constantly find myself spacing off. After discovering this video, I got a solid 30 mins of uninterrupted studying ( that's a lot for me). I can honestly say this is really helping me out. THANK YOU!
Andy Solis holy shit bro, personally I have actually AADD (anxious attention deficit disorder) and I tried all the methods or ideas that could possibly help, only medication can help such as adderall, until I stumbled upon this. For the first time in my life, actually 4hrs ago I was in server anxiously and full of anxiety as I arranged a “night walk talk” with a person whom I don’t really know much of. Than I decide to sleep for 2hours while listing with Bose IQ II on during my sleep. The moment I woke up, I remember what the fuck happen during my sleep, I kid you not. I had a lucid dream, so real and intense that o actually manage to control and live as if it was reality, my fucking god. To add to that I never ever felt so focus, so hyped that it was actually comparable as if I took adderall. Anxiety, depression, anxious- in fact all negativity seize to exist. I was the opposite of negativity, you could say the moment I walk in a door full of stranger that I give this positive aura. I had a long walk with a friend discussing everything, and man I was those type of kids that can’t come up what to say or anything, Infact I’m usually the quiet one and listen. Instead in this situation I was the talker and my friend was the listener. I could possibly say this has change my personality to the degree everyone wants to be with me than away. I’m so happy and focus it’s stupid how this works, I tried many thinks and yet eat any noticeable results and my god. This thing works, I thought this was bullshit as it stated ADD/ADHD relief. Man this is more than a relief, this a drug 😭. At the time of written long this, it’s been 5hours sense I woke up from that lucid dream and still the effect is almost the same as if I woke up. Infact all my sense is enhanced, music, sense of perspective and perception, taste (I ate way too much and notice the flavor has been enchanted to such a degree that eating cereal is as good as eating a multi course buffet at a 4star restaurants), and all aspects of yourself is general enchanted greatly. I had never ever been so happy to say this is the best natural method to helping one, than that of drugs. Thank you for uploading this video as it has saved my life legitimately🤘
So may I ask is it you have to really use headphones? I am the same as you. I have to read every line a few times. So do you listen and read at the same time or listen first then read? With headphones or no need headphones? Thank you.
@@bucci9938 I feel like listening to it with headphones blocks "outside noise" a lot better. I like to listen and read at the same time. Sorry for the late reply.
I luckily just clicked a button and found this music. Right now I have assignments due and I am in a very frustrated and agitated mood because I cannot focus. I was diagnosed just seven months ago at the age of 71. I am finishing up my masters program in forensic psychology and began struggling (more than usual) in the last 18 months. I began having trouble with depression. My “Better Half” had been telling me I should get evaluated for ADHD. Anyway, I have been dealing with a lot of adjustments so am glad there are other methods to deal with our diagnosis. I think just jotting my feelings down and listening to the music has calmed me down. Thank you for the opportunity to vent.
How are you handling it now? I am the same way but cant focus enough to pass courses
I'm not sure if I have ADHD, but I show all symptoms pretty much. And this helps me cope with them. Thanks a lot, I hope I can finish my work today.
same smooth brain
@@kal2724 Smooth brains unite
Same
I wasn't sure if I had ADHD either. I got my test last week and guess what, ADHD (specifically a combination form) and mild depressiver disorder. Oopsies 🤦
I don’t know if I have it I talk so much I interrupted people never listen my dad always and he always tells me to concentrate do you think I have it
guess who just studied for 33 minutes!!!
I'm going to keep a tracker for how long I focus on a school assignment(s) each day:
Day 1- 15 mins
Day 2 - 33 mins
Day 3 - Not sure, I lost track because I got distracted although I remember it last being at 25 mins
Day 4 - 1 hour and 34 mins
Update - Hey sorry haven't been updating! Been super busy and I forgot about this. However, this really does improve my concentration and helps relieve my ADD! If you find yourself not focusing enough try the "Just Tunes" version! Good luck with whatever you're doing and don't give up yall. Peace out.
Good job on reaching over an hour!
Keep going! you got this :)
Hey! glad you're doing good. but don't try to push studying for TOO long, if you start getting bored, take a little break. 30 min - 1 hour intervals of work, then like 10 minutes of break work best for me personally.
Thanks for letting us know your results.
that’s awsome!!!! I haven’t been in school for days but I’m still trying. And if I go tomorrow I might pass my exam
ADHD noob here. I was diagnosed last August and I just happened to see something cool about certain music and tones that help people with ADHD on TikTok so, here I am! And, OMG!!! I've been sitting at my desk for the last three hours talking on the phone and I noticed that I was more controlled about interrupting, I was actually able to listen to what people were saying without drifting off chasing a thought bubble. I was even able to take notes while they were talking, I could repeat back to them what they said and everything. IDK what sorcery this is, but I like it. Thanks so much!
Just a tip don’t believe TikTok. Most adhd stuff there is for views not true adhd content! Look up dr Amen for accurate information on it :)
i’m crying like a baby this is the most soothing sound i’ve ever heard in my entire life ! my brain was so tired that it started to show physically but my headache is gone
is that u in ur pfp? if so ur really pretty
@@harrehloueh4539 yes it’s me ! thank you ☺️☺️
Same I was so stressed
Holy shit you're right, I've had a headache all day and 4 minutes in and it's GONE. What is this witchcraft?
I know the feeling..its like a hug for my brain
Before putting this on it's important to check that the 1.25 speed is off
LMFAO THANKS OMG...
i was vibing to 11:35 on 1.5 speed😭
WHERE DO I FIND THE SPEED PLEASE?
@@cindyvw in the menu where you change the quality
AHAHAHAHAHAH Try 2X
I hate how every comment is calling me out, this isn't what I came here for
you dont even have any comments?
until now i guess
@@Coprionix no, they meant the people are calling them out for reading comments or scrolling.
@@vinny4878 ah, that does make more sense
I can't stop reading the comments I am so focused on them.
and yet I keep scrolling lol
it was 3 stages, I loves how it distorted my thoughts, pampered the wounds, and made me feel different about myself.
Profound comment, thank you.
I haven't been functional in over a month because of my ADHD combined with the loss of my job and all structure due to covid. This is the first time in ages that my brain has felt quiet and productive. Stumbled across this while watching How To ADHD videos. Wasn't prepared for how incredible this would feel
Me too. 😃👍🏼
Same 😍
yeah this is just amasing it let's me enjoy life a little more
I'm planning on getting evaluated for adhd because I've done a good amount of research and from what I've seen there's a good chance I could have it, but even if I end up not having it (which I doubt will happen) I will still be so grateful for having done the research because the adhd community seems so wholesome and it makes my heart so happy >:)
Yeah I want to get tested too because I remember in 5 th grade my adhd friend said I had adhd and then now I still have the symptoms like I just can’t focus to save my life
Kind of the same thing, I have done neverending researchers about the symptoms, watched videos, done little not official tests, but almos every time, I get all of them yes's or more than 6 symptoms, that is the minimum of chances you may have it... and today I suddenly found this music and I was like, why not, maybe I can focus on my schoolwork better, and I even think it works, at least on the first place... also I have watched some tiktok compilations about it and I end laughing out loud, how relatable everything is what they say and show.🥲
Exactly, even if I don't have it, there happens to be a whole community dedicated to finding relief from my symptoms sooooo I'll take it
name name yes my thoughts exactly!!!
I was 17 when I was diagnosed with ADHD and 24 when I was diagnosed with autism. It’s not just something kids have. You should have a look at ADHD(PI) specifically. It’s what I have and it’s most commonly missed. It presents differently and is the rarer form. It doesn’t have the hyperactivity of the body that you see in little kids. It’s more a hyperactivity of the mind.
Everyone just thought I was lazy or unorganised or forgetful.
Please update with how you diagnosis process goes. I’d love to watch the progress.
im not diagnosed but i am skeptical i have adhd so i listened to this and wow, might be placebo but it feels like im not rushing to do everything because i feel like im impatient. I can literally sit down without moving or playing with my fingers, nodding or any other movement, it took me a while to notice this one but i realised i actually read my whole assignment ,no skimming! and without losing focus, a song hasnt popped into my head this whole time. Lastly i was working out and i wasnt speeding up counting so that i can finish faster and get it over with..this is pretty cool
SAME
I did my chores today without stopping to do pointless things, because of random thoughts popping out of nowhere! I put my room together instantly, as well.
And I am writing this comment in an easy way without thinking too much about which word works or not.
it's amazing
I’m just more confused because i’m not feeling anything.. maybe i’m just autistic after all.. not sure.. i was diagnoaed with both adhd and autism as a kid so i’m really not sure
@@litchtheshinigami8936 idk how long you’ve been listening but sometimes it takes a bit to notice the effects!
@@non-suspiciousgrandmother6616 about 15 minutes
Same-
I was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age and reconfirmed in the later years. I literally looked up “ADHD stopping the songs in your head” and I felt kinda crazy doing it but it was a last resort before I lost my marbles. I just want to sleep.
I’m so glad I found this. It was like a moth light for the disorderly part of my brain. It was drawn to the sounds and I was finally able to hear only one line of thought. It was a very cool experience. Thank you for creating something for the community. It was freeing to see what it was like to instantly silence the madness. It’s amazing to have a resource that I can utilize if I just want to focus on one thing rather than constantly trying to stop something repeating and failing. I’ve accepted that I have ADHD and value it, but sometimes you want the ehem side effects to dissipate for a little bit :))
…Idk, did I say thank you yet? Thank you :))
For all my neurodiverse friends - a wise man once said “it is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a sick society”
It's actually a non binary person who said this. It's Andrea Gibson
@@shreeloves pretty sure someone can still be wise without being "non binary". I think you missed the whole point of his/her comment.
@@kingiburu2778 yeah but the qoute is from a nonbinary person. 16_shreeyanshi was just correcting op. please use the right pronouns
@@jackson-mq9vm please go teach elementary grammer.
@@kingiburu2778 Please go teach elementary spelling :)
Embarrassing to admit but this video helped me finish all of my work for the first time this month. then i cried tears of relief at my desk. good thing i work from home. so thank you, sincerely.
Thanks Kitkat.
Ya I'm kinda shocked right now. I've been having a studying slump and I finally solved a problem I'd been working on for weeks with this.
Maybe one day I will be fine like you🤍🫂
I have ADHD. Usually noises and loud musics are always played in my brain and they hinder my focus. This music hinders those noises. I basically can focus only a few minutes but I can focus like more than half an hour with this music. I really appreciate you for sharing this music.
I have a song in my head every waking moment, plus I have tinnitus that never stops. I've only been listening to this video for 5 minutes, and already the earworm is gone.
@@lisagd22 Same here, I write music though I can never achieve to write down the music as perfectly as it is in my head. I have Asperger's Syndrome, and I often get overstimulated by sounds, sight, and touch that it becomes paralyzing and extremely painful. This really isn't helping that sadly, but I will keep trying it.
@@DJxSGGxNeo Have a look at the playlist by Greenred Productions. They have a lot of videos like this, but they're not just for ADHD. They have ones for memory, concentration, relaxation, and much more. Good luck!
I agree.
all the tension and the noise of thoughts are gone, I cried because of how intense the feeling of relief was, thank you very much, I haven't had such calm thoughts in a long time.
As someone with adhd this is actually really calming and feels like a nice weighted blanket on my brain
Yes! I was thinking the same - has a nice weighted feel that's so grounding and calming
Ok but this video AND a weighted blanket? Heaven
THATS what it feels like!! A bit of immediate relief!
That’s a perfect description!!!!!
I was about to have an anxiety attack from sensory overload, and once I turned this music on, within 5 minutes it was like you said, a weighted blanket for my brain. Feeling calm and grounded now!
Five years ago, at the age of 30, I quit my job and decided that it was time to embark on a new adventure. This adventure led me to university, and the goal was to become a history teacher. Being the first one in my family (and circle of friends) to ever reach such a level of education, I was definitely on my own.
On top of that, I had just been diagnosed with ADHD, something that became even more apparent to me when I had to study for long periods of time. And then, one day, I found this video. The calming effect it had on me almost felt supernatural, amazing even.
Now, here I sit, five years later, writing on my master’s thesis next to my four remaining classmates (our initial group consisted of 30 students!). And I still find myself coming back seeking this soothing, warm blanket of a musical therapy.
I do not know why I felt like writing this, maybe to show my gratitude to the uploader of this video. Or, to serve as an example to anyone thinking about giving up. Don’t. Yes, it is hard. Yes, it can be physically and emotionally draining. However, always remind yourself: it will be worth it.
Thank you for posting, much appreciated. Big respect to you for sticking with it through the tough times.
Also now in my 30s, I very much share your thoughts. Coming back to the academia and now working on my master's thesis, together with my parent's passing lately, my therapist told me I might have ADHD. I never noticed that and always thought I was lazy/demotivated about what I'm supposed to love to do so much (the subject I'm doing, and reading in general). Reading through the lines of a paper and being able to take them in take me triple time more than my friends. I was then told by my university that there are actually almost 20 thousands students plus academics recorded of having ADHD. Although finding this out takes me 30 years, we're not alone.
Needed this, thank you. Also best congratulations on your success and efforts! Best wishes ❤️
Thanks for sharing. I’ve never been diagnosed. But at 50yrs of age Im going back to do my Masters in Teaching- English and History. This helps me focus.
Your story has inspired me to hang in there. Its been very difficult.
Good luck!
Cheers
you are inspiring :)
RIP to the ADHD people who clicked off
gone but not forgotten
Can we take a moment of silence for our fallen brothers!
@Blank I clicked hoping it keeps me focused while trying to catch up on work, but I ended up just scrolling through the comments.
What
it got boring in like 10 seconds im gonna go watch CHILLS
Every time I listen to this I get a noticeable break from the constant brain fog I have. It feels like someone opened the windows in my mind space and let some fresh spring breeze in. Both refreshing and calming. I am curious if it is just placebo or not, but in any case I appreciate it a lot. Thank you very much for making and sharing these tunes
Thanks, I'm pleased you found this helpful. 😊
I just have to say 2 things, thank you. Reading these comments really made me tear up. I used to feel alone in this world with not being able to get good grades because I can’t focus, and parents thinking it’s just me not wanting to do anything. But these comments really showed me I’m not the only one. So thank you.
You got this b! WE got this!
Is it 10 pm and I need to read a whole book by tomorrow? Yes. Am I expecting this song to solve all my problems? Yes.
Do I have a 3 page essay due in 32 minutes? Yes.
Did I just start? Yes.
Did the essay start a week ago? Yes.
Is today the 8th march? Yes. Do you have a 6000 word literature review due on the 16th? Yes. Have you started it yet? No . Are you hoping this track can help you start, write & finish the review before the deadline? YEEESSSSSS!
Do I need to write a thesis by today?Yes
Did I start yet?No
Do I wanna stop watching Dr.Who and finish it?No
Do I think that this music is gonna grant me super brain power?Yes
Should I leave the comment section?Yes........but should I?...should I really?________
@@safiulfaiyaz7038 yes
Tight deadlines are where I get shit done 😂
I have Autism and I'm at a birthday party in a loud bowling alley. This is helping me so much with staying calm.
Really love this comment ♥️
@@mellaoct me too
how’s your day today?
I think I was overstimulated and couldn't stop daydream/couldn't focus. But, after listening to this, it actually helps. My brain still feels tired but I can actually hear sounds around me again. I feel hungry and thirsty. Wow! Thank you! You're amazing :.)!
Wow I was just thinking when I first started listening to this, I realized I felt really cold. It didn't register until I started listening. So I got up and moved around. Crazy how things that were too far out to sense comes into focus with this music.
Is it just me or does everyone else have a nice tingly feeling
That's caused by the increase in electrical activity and resulting heat in your brain. It doesn't happen all the time but it's usually a good sign that it's having an affect.
He’s still commenting and hearting all his comments *2 years later* That’s what I call dedication. Thank you
@@amanic3798 yes, totally, that rocks. Definitely one of my favorite creators. 🙂
Tingly is as tingly does...
Wow! You tingled? Really physically tingled? I'm asking because my arms actually started tingling.
My ADHD is effecting the PTSD. Just started listening to this to calm my brain down. Haven't been able to sleep well in days. Can't meditate. I'm hyper aware and feel if I close my eyes, something bad will happen. This, I feel it releasing the tension. I can breathe normally. I can close my eyes. I don't know how this works but it works. Thank you.
fine MOM
I have an incredibly squirrelly mind, yet I just finished an hour sit, or meditation. It's not perfectly quiet, ever in my mind. I try to not judge it. Acceptance is the key to my serenity. I have committed to sit still for 1hr every morning and watch my breath, scan my body's with my mind. Period. I do it before daylight. Smell a lavender oil or other scent before I start.
Stretch a bit. Get comfy. The secret is I discovered that by doing this without fail,
I've developed a caring for myself I nevet knew. And that there is a secret garden underneath the mental noise. Happy Gardening 🙏🏻✌
@@ellyalovis640 this sounds like an amazing practice that I would love to attempt to incorporate into my daily routine (I mean, my routine is still very much out of whack from the last time I fell off of it a couple months ago, but maybe this would help?) Do you mind me asking how long you've been doing this for?
@@sela_otter I've been meditating every day, for 33 years. It goes with me when I travel, relationships, visiting family, etc. My inner sanctuary. Many different methods. Now I've added Wim Hof circular breathing to the evening session. Check out Wim Hof the Iceman. My mind doesn't work like other people's. I used to be ashamed and sad. Now, I see it as a Gift.
@@ellyalovis640 I will, thank you for the suggestion! Your practice is extremely admirable. I was diagnosed with ADHD-Predominantely Inattentive type a couple of years ago at the age of 21. It has put me on a journey of accepting myself as I am through realizing my brain is just different and that all of the shame I have accumulated throughout my life has mainly stemmed from not knowing that and trying to conform to the way neurotypical people function. My weaknesses just happen to fall in line with the areas that society values most. But there are definitely advantages that come with the mind I have, and I've been learning to embrace them while trying to learn ways to support the areas that I struggle with.
this took away the never ending urge to find that last hit of dopamine before finishing procrastination. It ended the search for that one last hit that never came.
YES. i felt the exact same way
Preach!
I do that all the time is this a thing?! I just thought I was weird and lazy
Dude same
I haven't been diagnosed with adhd/add but i think i have it.
I've always struggled with studying because i get distracted so easily, even listening to music in "study with me" videos made me distracted.
and this is my first time studying for 40 min straight without touching my phone! I'm so glad that i found this video while having finals next week.
Thank you so much for creating this amazing video!!
The problem is that I have ADD and anxiety. So part of my brain is like "Oh, ok cool, I guess it's work time now" and the other part is going "WHY IS THIS WORKING? THESE NOISES ARE SO SPOOKY! THIS IS NOT OK! AHHHH--"
Edit: So, uh, I just completed an assignment that is 3 weeks late and it took me 20 minutes. What the crap. It seems like even my anxiety is quelled. Not completely, but like, I'll be doing work and my anxiety will go, "Hey aren't we supposed to be freaking out about something?" and my ADD will say, "Uh... no, I don't think so." "Huh. Well, carry on then."
omg I feel just the same and I went to the comment section to check if someone had my same respond to this music. Good to know I'm not the only and and good to know that ended up working just fine for you!
Okay, so the struggle actually is real and it's not just me... good to know.
edit: I also have ADD and several anxiety disorders. So, I feel slightly comforted when I find someone who puts my exact feelings into words. :)
edit2: what it's like for me is that one song will give me the ability to finally concentrate for an hour, whereas another song will completely distract me while I imagine a random story to its lyrics for half an hour, whereas another song will send me into a complete panic attack... whereas another song is a mix of the above.
This is exactly how I feel LOL
same combo, different reaction.
*doesn't make concous decision to do work*
brain: AAAAHHHHHHH WHY ARENT WE DOING THIS WORK IS THERE SOMETHING WRONG WITH US IT'S EASY WORK SO WHAT IS GOING ON WHY IS THIS A THING THERE IS SOMETHING
I was a little sewerslidal because of it
I just took a neuro test to test for adult ADD or ADHD etc and ended up being told it’s PTSD and generalized anxiety disorder. I’ve known I have the anxiety but he said they can produce similar behaviors in people so what you are saying makes sense. It’s not uncommon to experience similar symptoms. Stay safe
I am super grateful to have found this!! It is extremely difficult for me to focus on my major biology course but I can feel a big difference when I am listening to this while I am doing my homework. Whoever comes across this comment, Don't give up on your goals!!! As long as we breathe, we shall continue pursuing them
The feeling this gives me is a feeling I only get when I'm swimming... It's a sense of fluidity and relaxation in all of my muscles and just a feeling of complete calm. Thank you for posting this!
I have the same feeling swimming too!
It feels like the music is literally massaging my brain
Gentle that’s what I was thinking!!
It actually feels like my entire nervous system is slowing down a little
as a person with ADHD, my brain has never felt so quiet before, thank you!
I've been listening for quite a bit and was like "Damn, this is what a non-ADHD person feels like? That's amazing". It was so relieving. I've struggled with this disorder a lot, and I'm glad this was made. Thanks.
I'm really pleased to hear that you found this helpful.
@@MindAmend how do you know that these kind of songs can affect brains with add?
@@andrebranco3402 I've been studying brainwave entrainment and how isochronic tones can affect our brainwave activity since 2006 (www.mindamend.com/about-mind-amend/). I learned a lot of what I know from a company called Transparent Corp, who were pioneers in this field with their brainwave entrainment software. It was through them that I first heard about studies relating to ADD/ADHD, and how people with that type of condition often experience a higher amount of slow wave theta activity in the left brain. They had designed a brainwave entrainment session for ADD/ADHD based on that research. I used that original track as the basis for creating this extended session.
Sometimes I wish somebody could just kinda phase through my skull and give my brain a loving deep tissue massage to work out all the kinks and knots and tense areas. Get the blood flowing through the whole thing evenly again.
So far, this music is one of the things that come closest to what I imagine a cerebral massage must feel like.
Seriously, feels like it’s decalcifying my brain! 😩
I've been reading the comments (getting distracted lol) but your guy's stories are touching and know that you're not alone! I'm not clinically diagnosed with Adhd or Add but I believe I have the inattentive type. Today I was supposed to get some work done for my remote job. But instead, I watched makeup videos ( shoutout to Auntie Jackie) knowing that I had work to be done. I just felt unmotivated, dumb, stupid, and overthinking the tasks in my head. Growing up I've always been the last one to do things and called lazy by my family, but to know now that my "laziness" was probably because of anxiety, and or Adhd, I'm learning to be gentler with myself and take each day one step at a time, listening to my intuition and following my heart and allow my intuition to guide me along the way.
We are not perfect, so let's allow, give ourselves permission to experience life with all that it comes, with love, compassion, light, anxiety, add, ADHD, depression, joy, courage, and many more.
YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS! YOU GOT THIS!!
This music sounds soothing and hopefully, I'll find the motivation to get my work done.
This feels like me💕
Thank you so much this really helped and I can relate
Same. Sooo much same!🧡
I put my earbuds on and put this on the highest volume and man i’ve never felt so good, thank you so much
it works. now get back to work and stop reading comments :D
Gemy thank you, sir
Literally just read your comment and posted this comment now back to work .
Thanks man!
🕥
Good
I wasn't doing work we don't have school sir
I almost cried when i first listened to this. Instead of thinking about 10 things at once its like i had 10 file folders and i could choose which one to think about and then hit play to think about. I didnt feel the need to get up and run every 15 minutes. My day dreams were minimal and i could get my math homework done in just a few hours when it originally takes me all day. I could actually see in my peripheral vision and recall what i saw there with ease instead of having to focus on it fully. It was like a tornado and had dissipated and the land was calm in my head. Thank you.
I've spent two hours trying to get myself to get off of non-productive RUclips videos to work on my essay for To Kill A Mockingbird that's due at midnight and an additional hour even trying to get through one paragraph on an article without having to re read it 5 times over to absorb any information at all but once I started listening to this I managed to read three articles in 15 minutes. Regardless of whether or not this is a placebo, I'm very excited to see how far I get
how'd it go?
I hope you did well
@@catherinex5582 I SAW THIS A WEEK AGO AND COMPLETELY FORGOT TO REPLY I'M SO SORRY but um yeah it did keep me up till about 2AM but it really was a huge help because any other day I would have gotten overwhelmed and put it off for weeks
aw little freshman 😩 i had to do that too and rn i’m TRYING to write an essay on satirical analysis. junior year is tough especially with distance learning. considering your comment and the fact that you’re listening to this specific video, i can assume you have problems with procrastination and focusing. don’t worry, me too. my BIGGEST piece of advice is to do your work on time and don’t procrastinate. i know it seems impossible 99% of the time but trust me, it removes so much stress and anxiety from your life. ANYWAY, now i have to write my conclusion paragraph and i’m done! much love and good luck in the future
You people write essays? How does that even work?!!😮
Thank you. I’ve been diagnosed ptsd, depression, anxiety but I really think undiagnosed ADD is behind a lot of how affected I am. Felt like my panic attack was going to make my brain overheat and this helped so much
I wish you the best and hope everthing in your life will turn out as great as you want.
Despite the fact that teachers, counselors, doctors and a therapist have all told my parent that I’m ADHD and should take meds my parents and I have have discussed meds and “they are not worth the health risk” so they are just like: “yOuR bOrDeRlInE, dRiNk SoMe cAfFiNe YoUlL bE fInE.” I do everything I can to try and keep it under control but it’s very hard this video is helping a lot thank you much
I'm really sorry to hear that... My boyfriend has been living with completely untreated ADHD for over 30 years. He was also diagnosed by teachers and psychiatrists through the school system. But his parents didn't get him treatment because of stigma, naysayers that said the meds would be a gateway drug to dangerous recreational drugs in the future, and limited resources. Despite average to high intelligence, he was never able to be mainstreamed. He missed out on so much foundational education. And he ended up falling into various phases of serious drug and alcohol abuse throughout his late teens, 20s, and early 30s until just a couple years ago, because he was essentially self medicating with drugs and alcohol.
Turns out, studies are starting to show that ADHDers who are not properly medicated during their youth are more likely to abuse substances than ADHDers who received proper medication earlier on. The assumption is that it's partially for self-medicating to ease their symptoms as well as to deal with the low self esteem, anxiety, and depression that often comes from the consequences of untreated ADHD.
Given his struggle to maintain a steady income, he couldn't afford insurance or out of pocket treatment. His emotional symptoms have improved to some degree with awareness and mindfulness. But his attention, hyperactivity, and executive dysfunction have been hard to manage.
Recently, while searching for affordable options for treatment, I found a couple telemedicine companies that are focused on ADHD. They're not the most comprehensive - ideally my boyfriend would have the full gamut of treatment including cbt, talk therapy, life coaching, and meds. But he can't afford most of that yet. All these telemedicine companies can really do for now are let you meet with a doctor for assessment, prescribe if it's appropriate, do followup meetings about once a month to find the right dosage, and take questions via messaging in between. They don't take insurance. But it's the most affordable option I've found so far. One of them is called Ahead and the other is called DoneFirst. We went with Done. I estimate that including assessment, meetings, and prescription costs, it'll cost us roughly $1200-1400 for the first year and about $1000-1200 for subsequent years. I can't vouch for either of them yet because he's just started with Done and we haven't even been able to fill his Rx yet because of nationwide (U.S.) ADHD med shortages. But we'll see how the meds work for him and how the followup meetings and service go.
Anyway, all this to say, I'm sorry that you're going through this and I hope your parents at least let you try treatment. I have friends and acquaintances who have ADD/ADHD. Some have been receiving medication since they were young and they thrived in school and are thriving in their careers. Another friend was medicated during childhood and early adulthood but decided to go off medication and use more holistic approaches - but it's only possible for him because he was able to learn the necessary skills to function while on meds and now he uses things like mindfulness, coaching, and meditation. This was also only available for him because he came from an affluent family that got him really comprehensive treatment from a young age. I have an acquaintance who has ADD and he did OKAY in school but still struggled and always felt like an impostor. But he finally got diagnosed and treated with medication in his early 20s and he's been making a lot of progress in his career and can even work on music on the side. Even though my boyfriend is already in his early 30s, and he's missed out on a lot of learning and experiential opportunities, I'm hoping that this is a new beginning for him to live a healthy life and to be able to pursue and achieve his goals. Good luck.
Caffeine only works until you build up a tolerance....ask me how I know... haha. I have also never been medicated and just do the best I can do.
@pomegranateorange hello; :) a question, if you and/or others are ok to share: why to stay away from coffee? I thought it would be ok/help? I just restarted coffee, as my ADHD has been really bad (I am using all the tricks, meditation and mindfulness - they are helping but not enough) Thanks
What risks are they worried about?
There certainly are risks, but most people worry it will be a gateway to other stimulant drugs.
However, people with unmedicated ADHD are much more likely to get addicted to drugs.
Our brains are literally missing chemicals we need. Using stimulants to put us at a "normal" level isn't addictive like neurotypical people using stimulants to get a high.
It is similar to addiction in the sense that when your brain is working better you don't want to go back to how it was.
Tony Demetriou
Yeah, my parents are worried about me getting addicted to it- They obviously have not done their research. They are also worried about the 1% chance that it could cause me to have heart problems even though I’m very physically healthy and out family has no history of heart issues. It feels like they are almost making up reasons for me to not get medicated... Either way, at my next doctor’s appointment I will be bringing up my ADHD with my doctor whether my parents like it or not and hopefully he can knock some common sense into my parents.
when your therapist writes down a youtube link for your prescription
Alot people of dont take our mental illiness/disability serious until they do research its good to know tht theres a group and music tht helps us with our challenges ive been looking for support most of my life and im slowly finding it now thank you for this music
Thank you so much. I have not done much studying in these few days, and there's less than 5 weeks until our first final exam before college. I just studied 30 minutes straight for the first time in days, and I cannot put into words how great that felt. I am not diagnosed with ADHD, only with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I'm happy there's videos like these which can help me and others alike. Literally have been crying about this issue for months -- again, thank you so, so, SO much.