hi, i was just wondering if people here drive. i keep putting off getting my licence because i'm often really mentally fatigued and i know thats dangerous, and i also am scared of getting restless, not being able to concentrate and being distracted if i do drive. what do ppl think about a.d.d or a.d.h.d and driving????
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The thought of me driving is scary. im afraid its gonna be too hard and i will give up and get into an accident. My parents say i will be a good drver, but im scared.
I'm the same way....I got my permit once I could legally....but almost never drove and the permit expired years ago. I haven't found that it's a huge impairment on my life since people are always wanting to drive....but at times it would be nice to have. In the end, however, it's just a huge responsibility and it scares the crap outta me! haha I definitely have anxiety related to that!I drive and have an excellent driving record. There are days when I don't drive unless it can't be avoided.
If I am having one of those days and have to drive, I find that a caffein tablet will help me focus and stay more alert. I have heard there are states where it is illegal to drive under the influence of caffein tablets, so you may want to check the laws.
I am not currently on any meds. I don't know how caffein and meds would work together.
I did have an accident once when my foot went under the brake pedal and I sort of was aware of the fact but couldn't think rationally enough to know to move my foot around the pedal to get back on. By the time I got it, I didn't have time to stop.
I hate driving in unfamiliar places if there is any traffic. Strange cities scare me silly. I will drive out of my way to avoid city driving unless I am very familiar with the route I am taking.
I got mine before I was put on medication and I'm glad I did.. I actually think I drive better without the meds because then I'm more aware of all different things.. Instead of focussed on one thing and blanking out all the other things happening around me which I may need to react to.
Then again your reading a post from a guy who has had two car crashes in the last four years.. One on the meds and one off, so take your pick
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I have adult ADHD and love driving. I’ve averaged between 10,000 and 20,000 miles a year since I passed my driving test. Generally, I find it good fun and ‘relaxing’ in a strange way: perhaps it gives me an optimal level of stimulation and action. I like being on the move (no surprises there!). By carefully choosing my in-flight sound track, I find I can influence my mood to a suitable one for safe driving. It’s a bit of escapism and a space where I can be in control of my environment.
In my younger years, whilst relatively safe, I was rather nippy behind the wheel. However, these days I have tried to use my condition to my advantage: I am now studying for the Advanced Driving Test. I’m thoroughly enjoying it and finding it incredibly useful. The advanced driving employs a strict series of structures and rules to make judgements on speed, safety etc, which is very helpful for me. I’d highly recommend the training for anyone.
On an interesting parallel line of thought, I find that I produce some of my best work when travelling by train. The level of ambient noise and being on the move provide enough and the right kind of background stimulation, allowing me to focus more.