’90 Day Fiance’: Mike Berk Opens up about Medical Condition Struggle
Mike Berk from 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days opened up about living with a medical condition. He’s struggled with it for most of his life. However, he’s learned a few tips and tricks on how to live with the disorder.
90 Day Fiance: Mike Berk Speaks about ADHD Diagnosis
Mike Berk revealed on 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days that he was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) in middle school.
The disorder affects the brain’s development and activity. Those living with this condition often have a hard time paying attention and sitting still.
They are also impulsive. It usually begins in childhood. However, it can continue into adulthood. But, talk therapy and medication can help someone who has this disorder.
"It's not that I'm doing it on purpose…" Mike explains how ADHD affects his daily life on #90DayFiance! pic.twitter.com/uDQw1iSkec
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Mike shared that he has been on and off medication since he was 16. He’s taken Adderall and other types of medication to help him. Dealing with ADHD is a constant struggle for Mike Berk.
The 90 Day Fiance reality star said that it affects his concentration, making him get distracted easily. However, he has come up with a few tips on how to live with this condition. He even has advice when it comes to dating.
Mike Writes Lists to Help Memory
Mike Berk recently gave fans who are living with ADHD some advice regarding remembering things. He likes to write everything down and make his own notes. So, he always has a notepad ready for him to jot something down.
Making lists helps the 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days cast member not to forget anything. But, it’s vital for Mike to go back to the list and check it to make sure he didn’t forget to do something.
90 Day Fiance Celeb Gives Dating Advice
Mike Berk hasn’t had many serious girlfriends in his life. But, he saw a future with a lady from Colombia. However, Ximena Morales thought he was a “slob.”
She didn’t like his “degenerate” behavior. And she also wanted him to learn how to be clean. She didn’t want a husband who was always making a mess.
So, Mike told Ximena Morales that he has ADHD. The 90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days castmate explained to her that he was not trying to be messy on purpose.
He said that sometimes he forgets to do things. That’s why he usually makes lists. But, it seems like he may have forgotten his notepad in America.
Mike’s advice when it comes to dating with ADHD is that it’s essential to relax. He also thinks that it’s crucial to take things slowly.
He even advises telling the person you’re dating that you have a condition and explaining it to them. That will help them understand you better.
However, Mike knows that being catfished can happen. So, he believes that you should really get to know the person. Video chats are a great way to know that the person is who they say they are. Yet, just hearing the person’s voice can also help eliminate the possibility of them being fake.
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