Venting Love/Hate Meds

[sadghost]

After a long time without, I went back on my ADD/ADHD medication because it's pretty debilitating when it comes to university. It was the best day that I've had in a LONG time. I just sat down and did what I needed to do (school work, cleaning, etc.) I have spent the last few months in misery everyday just trying to get this level of stimulation. Today, I finally got that. Today I felt okay. If you asked me, "how are you?" today, I would've been able to say, "good" without lying.

When all my tasks were done and the drug started to wear off, I went to my room and closed the door. I don't know what hit me but something did. I felt crushed. I started thinking about life again and all the things that make me want to CTB.

 

[mr.smileysad]

that sucks maybe its a withdrawl thing? some meds list suicide thoughts as a side effect maybe try changing it?

 

[mathieu]

I'm not sure which med you take but the immediate release kind can give you a bit of a crash at the end of the day. I like Concerta and Vyvanse. They last a long time and are smooth wearing off.

 

[almost_dead]

After a long time without, I went back on my ADD/ADHD medication because it's pretty debilitating when it comes to university. It was the best day that I've had in a LONG time. I just sat down and did what I needed to do (school work, cleaning, etc.) I have spent the last few months in misery everyday just trying to get this level of stimulation. Today, I finally got that. Today I felt okay. If you asked me, "how are you?" today, I would've been able to say, "good" without lying.

When all my tasks were done and the drug started to wear off, I went to my room and closed the door. I don't know what hit me but something did. I felt crushed. I started thinking about life again and all the things that make me want to CTB.

its withdrawal symptoms . Please dont rely on drugs/medicines , you will be addicted :(

 

[sadghost]

that sucks maybe its a withdrawl thing? some meds list suicide thoughts as a side effect maybe try changing it?

Im not sure if it's me or the drug, I just felt like I felt off meds so I think it's just my usual suicidal thoughts but I will keep your comment in mind!

I'm not sure which med you take but the immediate release kind can give you a bit of a crash at the end of the day. I like Concerta and Vyvanse. They last a long time and are smooth wearing off.

I take Adderall. I've never tried Concerta or Vynase but I might have to switch to them in the future if the Adderall starts to mess with my heart/ blood pressure/other health issue. I wish I could just try each drug intended for ADD treatment and compare to see what works best

 

[Deleted member 18655]

I'm happy that you had half of a good and productive day! And I'm sorry the other half was so hard. What if you keep a log of how your days go, now that school's back in? And after a week or two, go and see the doc to tweak it. Also, have things in place for the evenings - not being alone or doing something that might bring you some happiness or at least being ready to feel differently so it's not such a shock.

But take note of how you feel and bring that to the doc to adjust your meds.

 

[Mm80]

Some people offset the crash of a atimulant with the non stimulant strattera , may be worth discussing with the doc.

 

[Sk1n1M1n]

It sounds like it's the end of the day fatigue with and the drug getting out of your system, but it's worth mention to your psych

 

[Chupacabra 44]

After a long time without, I went back on my ADD/ADHD medication because it's pretty debilitating when it comes to university. It was the best day that I've had in a LONG time. I just sat down and did what I needed to do (school work, cleaning, etc.) I have spent the last few months in misery everyday just trying to get this level of stimulation. Today, I finally got that. Today I felt okay. If you asked me, "how are you?" today, I would've been able to say, "good" without lying.

When all my tasks were done and the drug started to wear off, I went to my room and closed the door. I don't know what hit me but something did. I felt crushed. I started thinking about life again and all the things that make me want to CTB.

Have you advised your physician/psychiatrist how you feel? Since you have received significant benefit from your medication, but the benefit isn't consistent, then perhaps they can make a dosage adjustment to see if you can stabilize and maintain the good feelings that you initially felt.

Good luck.

Im not sure if it's me or the drug, I just felt like I felt off meds so I think it's just my usual suicidal thoughts but I will keep your comment in mind!



I take Adderall. I've never tried Concerta or Vynase but I might have to switch to them in the future if the Adderall starts to mess with my heart/ blood pressure/other health issue. I wish I could just try each drug intended for ADD treatment and compare to see what works best

Do you consume caffeine? Do you drink energy drinks, coffee, etc.? I don't have much knowledge with your condition, but the little I have had me conclude that caffeine might help.