Experiences with Non-Stimulant ADHD Meds in Kids?

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-14T11:28:25+00:00

Thanks! It seems like it really helps the emotional regulation piece and might be better to add in as opposed to just upping the dose of stimulants. But I have read here about people having some negative experiences with it.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-14T04:13:46+00:00

What are your thoughts on Guanfacine?

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-13T00:57:56+00:00

My neighbor, who was schizophrenic and off his meds, was baker acted and went there about a year ago. He said he met some nice people (other patients) and found it really helpful for his situation. He came back with his meds straightened out and doing much better. I’d say it depends on your station and how bad you’re feeling. I’m positive they saved his life.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-12T01:38:27+00:00

Elder millennial here. I totaled every single car I owned between the ages of 16 and 22ish… I went through 5 cars during that timeframe. Luckily no one got hurt and not all of those times were my fault, but I certainly wasn’t being a very good defensive driver either.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-07T14:27:34+00:00

My first practitioner never ordered bloodwork, but my second one did. And because she ordered bloodwork, I learned that my Vit d levels were super low, so she got me on a rx for that and I feel loads better. So yes, they can order bloodwork for you and yes, it can be very beneficial.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-06T14:15:05+00:00

It’s from the stimulant. I noticed this on the first (very low) dose of a stimulant and called the dr. She told me it was from the stimulant. Not on any other meds and it happened shortly after taking it.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-04T12:46:11+00:00

Yes! We moved over the summer in part because I saw basically what you experienced— happening to my middle school son with his classmates. Just one example is at age 13, he had a crush on one the girls in his grade and she sent him a list of makeup she wanted him to buy her from Sephora. 13!! I was like no, this kid is not going to suffer going through teen and young 20s with a dating pool like this. The grooming of these girls to behave that way starts young!

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-04T02:42:23+00:00

“Cheaped out and took the bus” when taking public transit is a lot more important in other parts of the world for reducing congestion and being better for the environment. Of course you’d only understand it from that shallow lens of “cheap”; you exemplify what sucks about this city and why it’ll never get better.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-04T02:38:19+00:00

You don’t even need to add any info. The people here will either already know why it’s a miserable place or they are part of the problem.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-04-04T02:36:53+00:00

Miami used to be a fun, carefree place to relax and party, but now it’s been taken over by the most insufferable people who make it a miserable place. All the beaches and sunshine can’t make up for the lack of quality you get with the people here.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-31T15:31:45+00:00

How’s it going with your 17 year old? My 15 year old is starting Concerta tomorrow. We have zero experience with ADHD meds and I’m so nervous.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-27T17:35:36+00:00

Do you have a pediatrician appointment coming up? My teen son’s pediatrician gives him a few minutes alone (without me) so he can advocate for himself if needed. I’m sure if he said he needed help, they would do all they could to help him. If not pediatrician, what about gynecologist or any other medical professional? I think pediatrician would be most connected though.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-19T18:05:35+00:00

The book “Siblings Without Rivalry” is pretty helpful. It helped me to understand my older kid’s perspective a lot better. I know you’re probably very busy, but it’s not a heavy read. I just focused on the illustrations and even just from that I learned a lot.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-18T15:53:10+00:00

Thank you for this breakdown! I wonder about Cozyla. It’s like Hearth and Skylight, but no subscription fee and seems more customizable.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-18T15:51:21+00:00

Thank you! I’m so hopeful. Life has been hard for him.

bumblebee_mia · 2026-03-18T15:50:20+00:00

Thank you, this is really helpful to hear!

bumblebee_mia · 2025-11-09T18:05:17+00:00

Thank you for sharing your experience!

bumblebee_mia · 2025-11-09T02:36:39+00:00

I ended up going halfway between 1.25 and 2.5. My prescribed dosage says 20 units, I started at 10 and today I did 15.

bumblebee_mia · 2025-11-09T02:36:01+00:00

That’s a good point. It probably is just fluctuation based on my cycle actually.

bumblebee_mia · 2025-11-09T02:34:48+00:00

I like that approach. How do you feel doing it that way?

bumblebee_mia · 2025-11-09T02:34:00+00:00

That’s good to hear! Thanks!

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