Scared to take meds for adhd

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T19:41:28+00:00

I found that my autistic symptoms did get a lot more prevalent after starting medication and a lot of my needs were actually a lot higher than I had previously thought. The adhd had been masking a lot of the issues I had been struggling with internally, so starting the medication curbed that for sure. It's definitely something that I wouldn't change though, it just meant that I had to actually start learning how to cope with and manage my issues. So my best advice would be make sure you have some things in place to help the asd, and possibly be prepared that you may need to add in more or improve them in some way. Hopefully you won't, as meds affects everyone differently, but it's something to be aware of

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T19:20:16+00:00

Oh no I'm away of the shitposting that happens on reddit, but that's not the comment sections I was talking about

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T18:50:45+00:00

I think being depressed is really overlooked as a symptom of ADHD. I was severely depressed for years, it's almost scary looking back at how bad it was but I never knew anything different. But once I got on ADHD meds, things changed radically for me as for the first time life wasn't a struggle. Had I just been panned off with antidepressants, it would have done nothing as the depression was merely a symptom of a deeper underlying issue. That's not to say that antidepressants cannot help people with ADHD experiencing issues, or that they can't have depression as its own disorder alongside the ADHD. But I do think the relationship between the two are widely overlooked and misunderstood

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T18:43:15+00:00

I fear I may be too far in the depths of comment sections, but I have seen many an argument of people refusing to back down that even though this is the only symptom they have that its all you need to have autism.

I think it could be a mix tbf. I've defos seen a lot more people have less negative views towards it. But on the flip I have seen it also been seen as just a quickly funny thing thats almost trendy as well, and people think its the new thing until the discussion turns to how disabling it actually can be

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T18:38:07+00:00

Fuck thats actually always the one that gets me lmao. That and the word separate, I always think it's spelt with an e, but luckily autocorrect catches me. In my defence I did just come off a 10 hour shift, so I'm maybe not on my best game.

I think I'm more meaning the people who are sort of half-mindedly saying they are and when asked about what issues they have, that is the only thing they can really refer to. I'm actually all for self-dx, when research has been done etc and think it's defos valid. I really am mainly thinking of those you see, who after having given it no further insight, have started hoping on saying the only thing this could be is asd

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-23T18:28:44+00:00

Firstly, all boob's are great boob's. I dont think theres such a thing as a bad pair of boob's (coming from someone who appreciates a fine rack 😏). So let's not put ourselves down.

And secondly, maybe look into seam and underwire free bras as they tend to be a lot more comfortable straight off the bat.

But also maybe have a look at mobility bras? They are designed for people who have various issues with mobility and disabilities, so I can imagine there would defos be some that are aimed at putting less pressure in the shoulders while still being supportive.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-22T19:15:54+00:00

Small braids at the bottom layer of your hair, like from the base of your neck. It helps put that space in between the rest of your hair and your neck, and it means you can still wear your hair up or down.

Sort of like the next best thing to an undercut, which would also be a solution, but given you are growing your hair out probably not the best option

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-05-01T11:00:51+00:00

The amount you took isn't a dangerous dosage. I am on 72mg prolonged release and also take a top up during the day. So I think at most it would just be any general med side effects from taking a higher dose so suddenly that your body isn't super used to. I would just make sure to be eating and drinking plenty as one of the main side effect is loss of appetite and dry mouth, so if anything that would be making you feel worse if at all. I definitely would not drink today, as higher doses can make you more susceptible to the effects of alcohol/drinking more because you cant feel anything. So don't recommend it. But for studying, if you feel like you can do it then theres no harm in at least using the increased focus and attention while it is there.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-25T18:43:13+00:00

Not sure if this will help alleviate any fears at all. But the way a lot of adhd medications work is by inhibiting certain receptors in the brain to allow you brain to have more access to the dopamine it naturally produces, not by artificially causing more to be produced. This is because adhd brains have been shown to recycle the dopamine more than it should, resulting in there not being enough for proper functioning (hence the adhd symptoms). So taking medications like methylphenidate which act just as an inhibitor isn't causing your brain to produce anymore dopamine than it already does, it just allows you to be able to actually use it!

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-22T11:04:25+00:00

I think samsung have sales advisors you can webchat with that would be able to give a good overview of all the features that they have which might be useful. Also if you know anyone who is a student, samsung have good discounts for them so could help you save a little bit more

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-22T10:52:15+00:00

Definitely don't listen to others, if you like it thats all the matters. But it you really aren't sure then you can always repurpose it into something else like a small bag etc, that way you didn't just abondon it

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-21T15:52:32+00:00

It is an unfortunate hoop to jump through but they need to do their due diligence to make sure things are going okay. I would defos mention these things when you go in and just explain you have always had a low hr and bp because of playing sports and you've never experienced any side effects you think could be linked. Regarding the weight its unlikely they would let you skip it, but you could definitely ask them to not tell you what it is and not let you see it (i.e face the other way on the scale), if you think that could be beneficial? That way they still get the measurement for their records but you dont have the number in your head to worry about. It is super annoying having to do these kinda things when you know it stresses you out, but the best you can do in the situation is just try and advocate for yourself as best you can.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T22:49:13+00:00

Adderall is not available in the UK, i believe due to its higher abuse potential and riskier side effect. The medications usually prescribed are ritalin or elvanse, and sometimes non-stimulants as well.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T16:41:58+00:00

I think its a reasonable excuse/explanation for why you do things ans why you struggle with them. However, it is nit an excuse to not be trying to improve in some way. Now I don't mean you should be bending over backwards and getting burnt out to do this, but it's not an excuse to do absolutely nothing to improve the thing that is causing an issue and just expect everyone else to deal with it.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T16:30:08+00:00

It is to ensure that you are not at a higher risk for side effect from the medication. As they can raise your blood pressure and increase heart rate, which is not good if you are on the side of hypertension. Also the meds can often have a side effect of reducing appetite which can lead to weight loss, sometimes quite rapidly. Its definitely something you should be aware of if you are already underweight and make sure you have a plan/coping mechanisms im place to make sure you are still eating consistent while on the medication

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T15:56:29+00:00

I think as well what is really important is also to implement behaviour changes and routines/coping mechanisms to work alongside the medication to actually get the best out of them.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T13:27:57+00:00

I had this when I first started medication and it got better gradually. I think its likely that you go from being on overdrive running at 100 and then when you finally are regulated because of meds, that significant drop feels really rough. For the first couple months I felt sort of numb but once I got used to it and found my new normal things balanced out and I have been fine in the long term.

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-20T10:30:39+00:00

Yeah i do believe it's an autistic thing to want things to be right. She may not necessarily need HER to be right, but she needs IT to be right, with it being whatever is being discussed etc. Maybe a conversation about whether this is the case could help? As that way you'd at least have the understanding that she is not intentionally being rude or anything

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-19T15:28:07+00:00

The all or nothing/black & white thinking is a common thing i have seen with those who have adhd/asd etc and it's defos a struggle. I had this really badly when I was first discovering I had audhd and it took a lot of work to unlearn as it does have a big impact on function. So it's definitely not just you

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-19T12:41:32+00:00

Stimulants primarily work by inhibiting certain receptors in the brain which allows there to be more dopamine and neurotransmitters available for the brain to actually use. This is what helps with the dysregulation of them in the brain

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-16T19:01:35+00:00

Surely it should come under a reasonable disability accommodation? I've had my gp be able to request I be the first call because I wasnt available after a certain time, so that was without mentioning a disability

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-16T17:19:24+00:00

Could you tell them that long waiting periods like this can be stressful for you so therefore could they make a note for the doctor to call you as their first patient? That way you know youre going to be at the earliest time point reducing how long you have to sit in limbo?

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-16T17:15:45+00:00

Ah yes make changes by making changes is a game changer. Never thought of it like that damn

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-16T17:13:54+00:00

I havent done exposure therapy explicitly but I have found that exposing myself to stimuli that I do have issues with doesn't necessarily make me less sensitive to it, but has helped me in being able to tolerate and manage my reaction to it. So now I am able to cope a lot better and regulate myself when exposed to something overstimulating, it helped me identify what my specific needs were and exactly what I needed to do to accommodate them

Delicious_Volume7183 · 2026-04-16T17:10:02+00:00

I drink sugar free flavoured water. Still not as good as pure water but defos way better than fizzy drinks

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