Posted by cmcdougall on January 9, 2002, at 19:09:49
In reply to Re: Maybe you need stimulant... » cmcdougall, posted by dee on January 9, 2002, at 16:26:46
Dee,
There are side effects to most medications. I haven't really noticed any bad side effects to stimulants, but I know they can make some people jittery or nervous. Ritalin made me a little jittery but I kinda liked it. Adderall is smoother and the only effects I notice are all good - improved mood, less tired and sleepy, more motivated, more able to focus my thoughts. It really does help me concentrate on what I'm trying to communicate, and helps me express it more easily. Also it suppresses my appetite so it wouldn't be good for someone w/ anorexia. I have heard the appetite suppresant effect goes away w/ time.
It is not a magic bullet, but it makes a big difference in my life. Not only does it help my ADD, but it is a very nice addition to my med cocktail in that it increases the effect of my antidepressants. In my opinion, prescription stimulants are very safe.
Good luck,
Carly> > Thanks for the idea, I think I'll read up on stimulants first. You know I am still nervous about taking an anti-depressent for the first time in my life. Are their any side effects to stimulants?
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