I'm an adult with ADHD. I need to have my meds with me in the daytime and early evening at work/school, etc. How do I do this conveniently, securely, and legally? I can't figure out how to do all three. Snowflaky details inside.
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posted by sister nunchaku of love and mercy
on Feb 22, 2013 -
25 answers
I have recently been diagnosed with ADHD, at 22, and prescribed Ritalin. I am unsure to which extent it's supposed to be helping me, but I do notice subtle differences in my day to day life, like my place suddenly not getting messy anymore. While I notice I managed to get more done (school work) since starting it, I still have a hard time sitting down and just going ahead with projects. I study graphic design, so things are usually quite mental, and need time to develop, but I am wondering if it's really helping? Occasionally it feels like it's slowing me down too much. Should I suggest my psychiatrist to try another drug? (Adderall is not an option, I am curious about dexedrine)
posted by ahtlast93
on Nov 8, 2012 -
24 answers
37 y.o. with ADHD here, diagnosed a few years ago. Ritalin works a bit, but gives me headaches. Dexadrine doesn't seem to do a whole lot except make sleep impossible (hence the 6am post). My psychiatrist says that if I don't tolerate those, I won't tolerate the others, either. Are there any non-prescription supplements or medications that might help and have some kind of hard evidence to support their efficacy?
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posted by The Dutchman
on Apr 3, 2012 -
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Should I be worried about a daily diet Red Bull habit? Is there any real science about the health effects of artificial sweeteners or combining energy drinks and ritalin?
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posted by simbiotic
on Jul 19, 2011 -
7 answers
What's a focus-enhancing ADHD medication that won't cause anxiety or make me feel "out of it" the way caffeine does?
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posted by incandescentman
on Apr 19, 2011 -
21 answers
I was recently officially diagnosed with ADHD by a great psychiatrist who spent a lot of time with me and seemed very serious about helping me. He ended up prescribing me Ritalin. This was very surprising, and I felt like I was transported back to the early 90s (which was the last time I heard the word actually spoken aloud). What are the possible benefits of Ritalin over Adderall, which may have led him to choose this?
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posted by wombat stork
on Mar 24, 2011 -
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I've been diagnosed as ADD/ADHD by 3 separate professionals through my life and on medication to treat it for nearly a year. The meds don't work, and I've been on a lot of them (i.e. Ritalin, Vyvanse, Strattera and now Adderall.) How can I give myself a swift kick in the butt to become a productive, organized individual?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 20, 2010 -
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What effect would you expect to see if a child (a pre-teen boy) who does NOT have ADHD is treated with ADHD meds (Ritalin, Adderall, or similar)?
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posted by anastasiav
on Oct 20, 2010 -
36 answers
Can you recommend ADHD specialist psychiatrists in New York that are
not at the Hallowell Center?
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posted by ocherdraco
on Jun 14, 2010 -
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After twenty-something years without an ADHD diagnosis, I started taking Adderall XR about a year ago and it completely turned everything around with zero side effects. Now I live in a country where I can't get it (drug laws). The only medication available is Ritalin, but Ritalin makes me feel like crap and I doubt I could take it long-term.
So then, how does one deal with adult ADHD without drugs, especially if they've already had such spectacular success with them? I know YANMD, but even if I could find a decent English-speaking psychiatrist here I get the feeling ADHD isn't something that's taken very seriously outside the West.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 29, 2009 -
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I currently live in Brazil but shall be returning to my country of origin, the UK, for a month or so in December. I recently managed to get a prescription for Ritalin from a psychiatrist here in Brazil and was wondering whether I'd have any complications in bringing this back into the UK.
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posted by Zé Pequeno
on Nov 21, 2009 -
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What are your experiences with St. John's wort? In particular, have you ever taken it at the same time as ADHD medications like Ritalin/Focalin (methylphenidate), Adderall (amphetamine) etc?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 13, 2009 -
16 answers
Advice on bringing a small quantity of legally prescribed Ritalin (methylphenidate) and other prescriptions for personal use into Japan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, China, South Korea, and the Philippines?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 12, 2009 -
7 answers
ADD Filter (YANMD): Willpower or Ritalin? Your anecdotes, advice, opinions, options, and facts are all welcome here.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 14, 2009 -
17 answers
What are the potential longterm effects of regular amphetamine (i.e., adderall, ritalin) use? Does anyone really know?
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posted by decoherence
on Jul 22, 2008 -
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I'm a typical ADD adult, and I don't have health insurance until at least September. I'm down to my last few Ritalin tablets, and I need a new Rx. How much does Ritalin (or Concerta, Adderall, etc) typically cost without insurance, and can I minimize these costs without having to sign up for an interim insurance plan? What are the best generic varieties of the big name psychostimulants? Will getting an Rx while uninsured just kick up my fees when I am finally covered by a health plan because my condition is pre-existing?
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posted by zoomorphic
on Jul 3, 2008 -
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My partner has ADHD and I need ways of understanding/coping with his behavior so I can maintain my sanity.
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 11, 2008 -
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I've got a friend with an adopted son. The kid has some adjustment problems from his early treatment and adjustment here. She's looking at using meds to change his behavior. I think that's not a great idea and she should look to enrolling him in martial arts classes. They are in San Diego. Can anyone recommend a program in that area?
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posted by diode
on Dec 14, 2007 -
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My partner just went to the doctor for a urinary tract infection and came out with a referral to a psychiatrist and a recommendation to be put on dexamphetamine! This doctor also insists it is important she meets me as well. Is this normal?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 2, 2007 -
23 answers
Two questions about ADD medication, especially Adderall: 1) How dangerous is it (for me)? 2) Can it be taken "as needed"?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 26, 2007 -
18 answers
What is the name of the condition caused by abrupt discontinuance of anti-depressent medications like Xanax... said condition is described as a feeling of immense internal physical pressure/stress/twisting...
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posted by kaytrem
on Jul 27, 2006 -
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Is it possible that taking 10mg of Ritalin a day could cause my tendons/ligaments to tighten up and be sore? I am noticing a correlation between starting taking it again and tendon pain in my wrists and ankles (achilles) and the top of my foot
posted by kaytrem
on Jun 29, 2006 -
4 answers
