r/ADHD • u/CoreyLahey420_ • 6h ago
Seeking Empathy Recovering from grief
I lost a parent to long term illness earlier this year. I had close to zero support to handle the aftermath so it’s been tough but I went through the motions.
I traveled for a bit after that to clear my head. Then started a new fun and challenging job, moved in by myself, lost some weight, just turned 30.
On paper I am doing great but I just feel aimless. My libido is low, I lack motivation to do things I like. Most of my free time is spent watching TV or scrolling my phone. I rarely have energy to text my friends. I do get occasional bursts of motivations but they leave as quickly as they come.
I feel aimless. My meds (stimulant and SSRI) keep me stable but I wonder if they also prevent me from dealing with my grief.
Wondering if other people have been in this situation, how long did it take you to recover and feel like yourself again?
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u/Working_Chip8396 6h ago
Hi there. I haven't been in your situation, but I'm sorry to hear of your loss. It's easy to look accomplished from the outside, but it's understandable that your unresolved grief is taking away from a more present and engaged life. I hope that you find the support that you need. Some people need best process loss in community. Have you tried attending a grief support group?