Mike Raiford wrote:
> For years I suspected something was wrong. I never could quite nail it 
> down. I looked at many mental illnesses and none quite seemed to fit. I 
> finally looked at a description of the symptoms of ADD in an adult.
> 
> Oh... my... god... It fit me perfectly. My time in school (high IQ, a 
> solid C student) fit, too. It all makes sense. The daydreaming in class, 
> the absolute failure to do homework, the "Project graveyard" on my 
> computer, the utter lack of ability to actually concentrate on work if 
> it wasn't "sexy" enough.
> 
> So, I talked to a doctor, he had me fill out a questionnaire and 
> interviewed me about my childhood and how I performed in school. He 
> prescribed some medication, and ... it's like day and night! I cannot 
> believe how easy it is to stay on task, how I can be productive... How I 
> can choose appropriate times for leisure.
> 
> Anyway... that is, essentially more about me than anyone really wanted 
> to know. Now I have to force myself to eat lunch.

Be careful what you wish for.

I'm curious if you'll be happier in six months or just more 
"productive." Keep us updated.

  -Shay

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