#MemoryIssues

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ADHD ACCEPTANCE MONTH QUOTE 2

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Wednesday, October 2, 2024

"I'm ADD and psychic. I know things ahead of time but lose track of which is which." – S. Kelley Harrell

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[theartofquirk]

How a Mild Head Injury Can Cause Long-Term Cognitive Issues

Let's dive into a surprising topic that hardly anyone talks about. You know those memory issues and executive functioning problems you’ve been experiencing? Maybe you’ve even wondered about ADHD... Well, what if I told you they might be linked to a head injury from your past?

Connecting the Dots: My Unexpected Journey

You might think a head injury big enough to cause such problems would be pretty memorable, right? Well, let me share my story to show how this connection can be missed for years.

Back in the day, I was a bright student, always at the top of my class. But as my exams approached, something strange started happening to my brain. I began experiencing difficulties I couldn't explain. Concentration issues, memory issues, zoning out, depression, severe fatigue, times when my brain just “went offline”. Despite my struggles, I passed most of my exams, but my life became a rollercoaster of success and failure.

Eventually, I was diagnosed with ME, ADHD, and bipolar disorder. I thought I was just genetically unlucky, stuck with a bad hand of cards. But then, last year, I stumbled on some information that changed everything. I discovered that all these conditions can be triggered by even a mild head injury.

Suddenly, it all made sense. I remembered a blow to the head I had right around the time I began struggling. Could that seemingly minor incident have set off a chain reaction that led to my diagnoses? It was a revelation that connected the dots in a way I never imagined.

The Emotional Rollercoaster

The struggles overshadowed my life. Praised for my intelligence and told I would go far, my self-esteem plummeted as I failed to meet expectations. Starting my A-level studies, I was on track to study medicine, but I barely scraped through my exams. It was frustrating because I knew my intelligence was still there; I just couldn't use my brain properly. This worsened my ME and depression, and so chronic pain became a daily burden.

Realising that all my struggles likely stemmed from that split-second head injury was a lightbulb moment. It gave me an explanation and freed me from the guilt of "not trying hard enough." Not living up to my potential and making my parents proud weighed heavily on me. But now, I see it wasn't a character flaw—it was trauma that had disrupted my neurons enough to change my life.

Unmasking the Hidden Effects of Mild TBI

Did you know that even a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have long-term effects on cognition? It's wild, but even a minor blow to the head can cause significant issues with memory, attention, and executive function. For someone going through this, it might mean forgetting important dates or tasks, struggling to focus on work or studies, and finding it hard to plan or organize daily activities. These cognitive difficulties can stick around for months or even years, leaving people feeling frustrated and confused about their mental fog and reduced efficiency.

Living with the long-term effects of a mild TBI can make everyday life a constant challenge. You might find yourself unable to multitask like you used to or needing more time to complete simple tasks. Social interactions can also become tough, as keeping up with conversations or remembering names and details gets harder. This can lead to feelings of isolation and anxiety since the invisible nature of these cognitive struggles makes it hard for others to grasp what you're going through.

Looking Back: Could a Childhood Injury Be the Cause?

Think back to your childhood. Do you remember ever having a head injury or a bump, even if it wasn't severe enough to be treated in the hospital? My own injury occurred during cheerleading when I fell off someone's shoulders and hit the floor. But for you it could have been a fall off your bike, a sports injury, or even a playful accident that seemed harmless at the time.

Try to recall if your symptoms have always been present or if, like me, they started around that time. It's important to note that it can take up to 18 months for symptoms of a mild TBI to fully manifest. So, what might have seemed like a small incident could actually be the root cause of ongoing issues you're experiencing now.

Don't Go It Alone: Seeking Professional Help

Lastly, checking in with your doctor is always a good idea. They can help you explore the connection between your symptoms and any past head injuries and may offer further support or treatments. It's never too late to seek help and find ways to improve your quality of life.

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If you think you’re dealing with something similar, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! I have tons of tips and advice to help ease the long-term effects of TBI. From memory tricks to managing executive function struggles, I’ve been through it all and found ways to make life a bit easier. Stick around, and I’ll share what I’ve learned to help take some of the pain out of your journey.

Did this post give you any "aha" moments? I'd love to hear about it! Leave your thoughts in the comments below. Sharing your experiences and insights can help others on their journey too. Let's get the conversation started!

[gay--dog]

when the song has bird noises or general outdoors ambience mixed in you know its gonna fuck you up bad & leave you contemplating life at like 3am

[koisher]

the pee forgets but the pee also remembers #memoryissues #pee

[thatacefrog]

DAMN RIGHT I DO!!!!!!!!

AND I WOULD!!!

Streamrune tomorrow

Should I just stream Deltarune one last time before it comes out?

Yes

Yes I should

And this one I'm gonna make sure is filled with everything I'm waiting to see in the next chapters

Specifically snowgrave and Kris vessel

Teehee

Anyway it may be a while before I stream again BC of my sister's birthday

[neoptolemus-son-of-achilles]

Exists again

(Mod forgot this existed. #memoryissues)

*sigh* Hello Telemachus.

(Ooc: valid)

[doctordeathawaits]

hello! my first time asking anyone in this community anything so im tad nervous.

could you do trans-memoryissues or short term memory? mines already fucked but the transseverity says it's not enough

TRANS - MEMORY ISSUES . . .

Best place to start is to not write down anything , no sort of notes or reminders ! If you already have things written down in your calendar , feel free to trash them !

Try to dissociate more or not be ' present ' in the moment ! Let's say you're in school , and the teacher is going over an important due date , try to drown out what they are saying - you can put in one earbud in your ear and blast music to distract yourself from the topic the teacher is speaking about !! Even better is if you try to day dream !!

Try distracting yourself overall ! You have an appointment somewhere at 3 pm ? How about instead you play video games , ignore the time passing ! You can claim that you just simply forgot about it !!

Another way is to simply ignore things , besides , they aren't that important after all !! You have a party to go to ? Just don't think about it too much , stay at home and let yourself do whatever you want !

Argue with people when they claim they ' told you ' something ! If a person gets mad that they reminded you of something , yet you didn't follow through , you can always claim that you never remember that happening - act completely confused , as if the person is the crazy one !

Don't bother with remembering names , only have ones that you meet with everyday remembered , after all , there is no point in trying to remember names if you don't see them often !! If you have trouble with this , you can purposefully try to think of names that sound like the real name , trying to trick your brain into forgetting the original name ! ( example : lets say the name is Abby - Abby sounds like Maddy , Maddy is short for Madeleine , Madeleine is kind of like Caroline , the masc version of Caroline can be Karol , ect ect !! )

Be messy , let your room be cluttered - being forgetful can lead to not knowing where you place things , so being messy is always expected - yet at the same time , messiness can worsen memory problems , since because of the messiness , you can't really find things that easily !

For euphoria , you can complain to people about never really remembering things well - if a person wants something for you , you can ask them to write it down for you so ' you don't forget ' ! What do you do with the written down information ? In the trash of course ABHAHBABHA--

I hope this helped , even just a little bit - stay safe and happy transitioning !!

[turnip-root]

#memoryissues

[syn4k]

you see, i do not get whiplash from learning that things i enjoyed in the past were made several years in the past because the passage of time is not a concept that exists naturally in my mind. the entire timeline is one big blur babyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy #memoryissues

[lesbian-infidelity]

didn't want to clown on ops post but couldn't be me #memoryissues

[computersucker]

me personally i could forget Carcosa #memoryissues

[psykartclinic]

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[alphafightmusic]

We are SCREWED this election! Trump is Trump and Biden can't even keep his eyes open! Time to vote 3rd party!

[gay--dog]

gonna be honest i dont even remember who jimmy carter is i suck ass with names. whenever people start talking about a new famous person that died i usually dont know who the fuck it is until i see an image of them or something

[alliumdykes]

Every so often my parents complain about me not doing something they asked me to do and i cannot remember it for the life of me. Like yeah ok you told me that the chair is wet. But what if i cannot remember. This happens semi often, where my parents or people in general say something and i just. cannot remember at all. #memoryissues haha :3

[mifsudvisions]

I’ve had this painting sitting in the corner for a year or more now. I’m really into finishing it off and getting it into the owners hands. It’s been so long I wanted to do a shout out. If you contracted this please hit me up and let’s figure it out. Ready to rock. Thanks so much!!!! If I don’t hear back expect a cool ass auction item or a direct buy option soon. Peace out. #whosisthis #memoryissues #funstuff #goodoldfun https://www.instagram.com/p/CN8w1GoBOkL/?igshid=talnbs72kf38