Re:Chemistry in ADHD (Score 2, Insightful)

I was diagnosed with ADHD in 1994 at the age of 16. The symptoms were always there. It should have been abvious. I, personally, have tried every drug and drug variant ont he market and what works for me is Ritalin or Ritalin XR (extended release). My husband is quite happy with Concerta as is my brother. My cousin is happiest with Ritalin as is my Aunt. Another of my cousins is pleased with Adderrall XR. I've found that some of the drugs work better for some of the people, but none of the drugs always work for all people. Keep trying the avrieties till you find one that works best for you. Look for one that helps you concentrate without giving you tics or destroying your appetite. Some appetite suppression is to be expected, but total appetite suppression is not an acceptable side effect. ADHD itself is a devastating, extremely pervasive disease, the subtle effects of wich are not always immediately observed. If you've been diagnosed, for feel you should be, explore the treatment options. See if your life improves before rejecting treatment. As far as addiction to the amphetamines, how addictive can it be if you can forget to take it? I don't forget to smoke, but I forget to take my pill in the morning. Maybe it's the fact that the drug makes your life normal and controllable that is addictive. I hate going without a pill. I hate not being able to concentrate or spell or do math or balance my checkbook or find my keys or my shoes. Even with the wonderful feeling of being able to do all the things normal people can do, I still forget my pill sometimes. Find what works for you. My ADHD is severe and I could not hold a job or be responsible in any way without treatment.