[crickcreek]

I have severe adhd. I've always loved reading. I can and often do read all day long. I'm currently reading war and peace for the third time. I read lots of philosophy, history, in-depth medical and comp science.

Constant internet access and video games put me in a mental mode where I end up with a really short attention span, and cannot bear spending more than 5 minutes on a task that does not provide an interactive feedback loop. After a few days without the instant gratification of the modern web and vidya, I can usually snap back into a mindset that allows me to study, ponder, and pursue goal-oriented activities.

I've found that the controlled binge model works best for me. I am usually very conscientious about my diet, exercise routine, sleeping hours, and drug and e-stim intake. About every 3 - 6 months, however, i'll go on a two week video game bender. It actually seems to help my mental acuity and focus after my controlled binge is over.