I’ve realized that I kind of rely on my periods of hyperfocus to complete things (when I’m able to direct it toward the right task). If I go onto medication, will I still be able to hyperfocus? As destructive as hyperfocus can be when it’s pointed at the wrong thing, it’s like a superpower when it’s pointed at the right thing. Sometimes I appreciate the periodic flurry of activity and inspiration.

    • FringeTheory999@lemmy.worldOP
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      1 year ago

      that’s awesome. if that’s true I’m sold. I spend a lot of cpu cycles trying to figure out ways to flip that switch on.

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        1 year ago

        It’s true, at least for me. I can actually control the focus now instead of digging down a rabbithole of <random topic here> for 6 hours at 3am.

        If I’m going down that rabbithole now, it’s because I want to.

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        1 year ago

        The downside is that the adverse effects of the meds can prevent you from being able to do much, so its about finding just the right dosage for your body.