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Is It ADHD or Depression?
Depression can strike anytime, anyplace, and affects people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic levels. On the other hand ADHD always starts before the age of 7 but will continue into adulthood over 50 percent of the time. It is currently estimated that about 20 million Americans currently are struggling with the symptoms of depression with around 8 million suffering from ADHD.
Tying the two together
Adults with attention deficit disorder are three times more likely to suffer from major depression, and more than seven times more likely to suffer from dysthymia, or chronic low level depression.
Researchers believe the close association between ADHD and depression is caused by similar imbalances of brain chemical messengers using the same neurobiological systems. Put simply the areas of the brain that control mood also control attention, with inattention being the primary symptom of ADHD. Another less scientific theory holds that the relationship between ADHD and depression may be a byproduct of personal and interpersonal difficulties commonly experienced by both ADHD children and adults.
Unraveling more of the mystery
Is it ADHD, depression, ADHD induced depression, or depression coexisting with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? These are certainly dizzying questions to answer, and most likely will require the help of a super duper psychological detective familiar with both conditions to find answers.
Why? Well both ADHD and depression are marked by the inability to pay attention, moodiness, forgetfulness, lack of motivation, and feelings of despair and hopelessness. Adding to the quandary is the fact that many of the medications which have been so successful over the years at controlling ADHD, such as Ritalin, may also increase the likelihood of depression.
While the similarities are numerous these are not identical conditions and there are a number of noteworthy differences. These most notable of these differences is that dark episodes of depression tend to last for long periods of time, whereas those suffering with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are more likely to experience short term depression as a result of a specific set on negative or unforeseen circumstances.
Additionally, true depression is an energy zapping event often leaving those affected severely fatigued, making it difficult to accomplish even the simplest of tasks. On the other hand those with ADHD may be full of energy, but have a great deal of trouble focusing that energy in the right direction.
What does all this mean?
While research has given us some clues, the fact of the matter is that no one really knows why those with ADHD have a tendency to be moody, irritable, depressed, and choose to see the glass half empty most of the time. The best guess scenario is that this depressive downer attitude is the result of a combination of neurotransmitter imbalances in the brain combined with an individual’s emotional response to repeated failure, frustration, and disappointments in their daily lives.
What else? For those struggling with ADHD finding an effective treatment option is an important first step. The most common form of treatment currently are prescription stimulants such as Ritalin, Adderall and Vyvanse. While effective, all stimulant medications come with a number of serious label warnings. The risk of side effects, or perhaps lack of success with stimulants, has prompted many to investigate other options. A couple examples of this are behavior modification therapy and/or natural remedies. Natural remedies for ADHD are a side effect free way to address such problematic symptoms as inattention, distractibility, impulsivity, erratic behavior and hyperactivity and can be used both as a standalone treatment or as a compliment to other nonprescription alternatives.
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Will a recent diagnosis of Adult ADHD effect my Army Career?
I have recently been diagnosed as having the adult form of ADHD, could this effect my career?
I have always had bouts of “depression” but decided not to tell the Army when I joined as I wanted a life for myself. Other than a few issues I have done well but behind closed doors have struggled everyday with my concentration, memory, temper, self confidence, patience & have had turbulent relationships ,mainly due to my “mood swings”. I was recently made aware by my boyfriend that I had signs of “Adult ADHD” & to my surprise I ticked ever box. I was diagnosed privately but can’t afford to keep up the medication & counselling & wondered if I told the Army’s medical services would it effect my career? I was recently selected to instruct recruits & am not sure if this is allowed? Can anyone help me with this?
First of all, congratulations for making the discovery. It’s always important to know one’s strengths and weaknesses, and learning about ADHD will help you do that — plus treatment can help you shore up what you thought were personal weaknesses but were in fact symptoms. 
My understanding is that people with diagnosed ADHD can join the military but they must be off all medication for a year before doing so.
I don’t think there are any hard and fast rules about treatment after you are already in. I’ve tried to research this topic before, and what I’ve determined is that your chances of getting enlightened ADHD treatment depends not only on the branch of the military you are in but the base at which you are assigned. It’s sort of the luck of the draw.
I met an Army psychiatrist recently who was one of the most knowledgeable and compassionate specialists in this area that I’ve ever met. She fully understood how ADHD symptoms can interfere with a soldier’s life on the job and off and how important it is to receive good treatment strategies. Overall, it seems Army does try to address these issues knowledgeably. But that said, “your mileage may vary.”
On the one hand, getting your ADHD symptoms under control could greatly enhance your career. You will be able to perform at the level that your innate talents and intelligence allow instead of possibly being held back by problematic ADHD symptoms (such as mood and temper and the other challenges you mention). Adults with ADHD commonly have problems on the job, and often find they hit a “ceiling” when it comes to promotions — and sometimes even keeping a job.
On the other hand, you don’t want to give higher-ups an excuse to marginalize you; unfortunately, not everyone understands the facts about ADHD, and some might make ignorant judgments. So, it’s wise to proceed with caution, I think.
Is there some discreet way that you can learn about the ADHD assessment and treatment opportunities available to you?
First, though, I would recommend that you educate yourself as well as you can on the topic. You want to be very clear about what ADHD is, how it can create problems for adults, and what constitutes effective treatment strategies.
Even in civilian life — paying private clinic fees — adults with ADHD have to be smart mental health consumers. So often, psychiatrists will assume they know how to treat ADHD but the evidence speaks otherwise. So, it’s important to choose a skilled clinician.
I hope that helps.
Best of luck to you!
Gina Pera, author
Is It You, Me, or Adult A.D.D.?
http://www.ADHDRollerCoaster.com
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