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The doctor's note is fucking brilliant, and probably would have saved me a few thousand headaches.

• eyelidlessness 5y ago
  For what it’s worth (to you and anyone else reading) I was able to obtain that note because I have an ADHD diagnosis and my doctor understood (upon explanation) that I have pretty severe cognitive difficulties under sensory stress-particularly auditory overstimulation. This wasn’t meant as a comment saying I got a doctor’s note casually (not that I think you’re suggesting that interpretation, I’m just realizing it’s important to clarify). I got it because I was sincerely concerned about the cognitive impact going into the office as demanded would have on me and my work. If you have a similar response to sensory stimulation, I highly recommend looking into it! I’m coming from the perspective of it being common with ADHD and ASD, which aren’t the only bases for it; if you mean headaches literally, do yourself a favor and talk to your doc about why sound or any other sensory issue might be affecting you that way.
  • brailsafe 5y ago
    Turns out, I do too, so I appreciate the follow up. For me what really did it (in my most recent attempt at holding a job) was the sound of my colleagues eating at their desk.
    • eyelidlessness 5y ago
      Yup that’s a common one! For me it’s usually certain vocal ranges, and others’ subconscious habits like tapping their feet. If I had to guess, that sounds an awful lot like hyperacusis. Which is more common in ADHD, along with auditory processing disorder and potentially even tinnitus.
      • brailsafe 5y ago
        For me, I'd lean more toward Misophonia, though they have very similar descriptions. The sound doesn't cause pain, just intense emotional reactions.