Gay with ADD | ADHD Information
My brother falls into this category. He's never fit the "neat freak" gay
stereotype- that's for sure!
on the other hand, I think the excitement-seeking and socialibility
qualities *do* fit the stereotypes. Speaking for myself, medicine only
slightly mitigates the roller coaster ride. You won't turn into a dull suit n
tie breeder, I promise! I would think they are unconnected and treating a brain function issue wont have any change on who you are other than maybe you will be able to deal with the ADHD problems a bit better. IF Ritalin changed sexual orientation it would be a compulsory medication in more than a few places in America. If you substitute the word gay for straight in your post it sounds like a straight person with ADHD. I moved 12 times in 17 yrs not including the 3 moves in 3 months while getting divorced and owning 2 condos and 2 houses...kinda sucked.
I am writing to see if anyone else has had the joy of dealing (for lack of a better word) with both ADD & homosexuality and their experience. I am 23 and have just realized I really do have ADD, before this I had figured moving several times in the past few years, having multiple serious relationships, and changing careers night and day was normal, LOL. It is a rollar coaster ride to be sure, but it makes my life exciting to say the least. I have not decided to go on meds yet, so am still on the ride, if anyone else is on the ride and is also gay I would love to hear your stories and share my own, take care!
You might want to take a look at this site http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Gay-ADD/