u/Mocking_jai

When I was younger, I did have some ADHD traits/symptoms but it wasn't overly noticeable. I am 27F and was diagnosed almost 2 years ago.

I think back to being a kid and I can understand now why I was the way I was in some instances. However, I don't feel my symptoms were as prevalent or as life altering as they are now. I was a lot more outgoing and far less anxious than I am now.

It probably sounds like a stupid thing to be upset over, but I used to LOVE reading. It was all I did as a kid between the ages of 8-16 I would say. For years, I have been unable to finish a book because my brain just won't shut up and I don't recall that ever being the case when I was younger. I used to be able to pick up a book and get so engrossed in it and it would bring me so much joy and comfort, now I simply can't. I have tried reading a few times and each time I have to re-read sentences or my mind is elsewhere so I'm unable to take it in. This was never an issue before.

Has this happened with anyone else? Also, does anyone have any tips regarding how to focus on a book by any chance and actually take it in? I am already medicated, I unfortunately can't focus at all (or more so) with any kind of background noise while reading. I've also attempted re-reading books that captivated me as a kid hoping the nostalgia would help, but nothing.

It sucks because reading was my favourite hobby/pass time and way to calm down. I really want to get back into it again.

TIA!