It is not uncommon for people with ADHD to have trouble with addictions or near-addictions. In fact, it is so common that in Delivered from Distraction, Dr. Hallowell devotes an entire chapter to this topic and what to do about it. One of the issues here is that computer usage, and gambling, can be a form of self-medication for those with ADHD.
We had this post from one of our readers and wanted to write a bit in response about the defensiveness many men feel when approached about having ADHD and/or going on medication. The post:
