Posted by Jenna S. on December 7, 2001, at 18:52:27
In reply to What AD next? Please help if you can, posted by manowar on December 5, 2001, at 15:05:19
> I’ve read that prefrontal cortex functioning heavily affects mood. I don’t know if the dose of Concerta is enough to normalize cortical functioning. Maybe I need to add a dose of Modafinil or Adrafinil? Any suggestions?Would you consider an atypical antipsychotic? I have read that they improve prefrontal cortex functioning. I've taken Zyprexa and Risperdal and found that they gave me a greater clarity of thought. I don't take them now because of side effects and worries about potential side effects. I believe the improvement in the prefrontal cortex occurs because antagonism of 5HT2A receptors somehow increases dopamine there. It would be nice if there was a drug that just blocked those receptors and nothing else. I don't need or want dopamine blocking as well.
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> I’m so frustrated and I’m ready to get on with my life and start getting better. Any suggestions, opinions or comments would be greatly appreciated.Fixing psychiatric problems is SO frustrating - if only they could know exactly which drug we need, instead of these endless trials... I hope the next one works for you :)
Jenna
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