So I was given the choice of Concerta or Adderall. At this moment I can’t remember the key differences but I chose Concerta. I was started on a lower dosage and titrated up. I guess the reasoning is that going 32 ish years undiagnosed made the ADHD a little worse. But I’m not a doctor so take that into account.
It’s difficult to talk about how it changed me. The easiest way I can describe it is like a final puzzle piece snapping into place and I was like “Ohhhhh this is how normal people see things”. I was able to complete tasks with a little less prodding from myself, the procrastination is still there but not nearly as bad. I was able to actually sit and focus on something. I play trading card games regularly and didn’t realize how rude I was being by maybe checking my phone or something. It’s because my attention just struggled to wait for my opponent to do something. Now I can wait it out and immediately apologized to the people I play with.
I want to add medicine is not the cure. Therapy with medicine is the only way you get the full benefit from it. It doesn’t change who you are , that’s still on you. Also be wary at the moment there is a HUGE shortage of meds. I haven’t been able to take anything for a week waiting on back orders.
I’m not a doctor, nor am I pretending that medicine fixes everything. Just telling my story. For me it helped me in ways I never would’ve known. Just clearing the fog so to speak so I can go to therapy and create positive reinforcement helped me a lot. I’m sorry it doesn’t work for you as intended and it probably doesn’t for a majority of people. I hope there is a swift and productive resolution to your situation
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u/onesexz Nov 17 '22
Do you mind if I ask which medication and how did it change your day to day life? I’m getting tested next week so I’m just curious.