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Posted by Andy on April 26, 2000, at 3:58:46
I'm an 18 year old male on Dexadrine. I have been taking Dexadrine since 7th grade and before that I had been on Ritalin beginning in 3rd grade (I was on as much as 80 mgs a day at times). I am not on a regular amount on dexadrine. My neurologist has advised me to take the medicine when I feel I need it.
Recently I had a fit, or episode, directed at my best friend and at the time girlfriend (she also has ADD and is on Dexadrine). Since that time I have felt increasingly depressed and have been wondering whether or not I may need to be put on some type of anti-depressant. I feel increasingly depressed whenever I have time on my hands.
I am at a very good college (Washington and Lee University) yet I feel that I have been dealt a bad hand in life since I haven't done anything to deserve this disease. I find myself taking out this fustration on the people I care about. I'm concerned that I am going to lose those people who a care about especially my best friend.
She has seen me through a lot of bad stuff in the past year and knows me better then anyone, yet lately she doesn't seem to be willing to help me. Am I doing the right thing by trying to make her understand (which I hope will make the depression thing go away)or should I let it go and persue this depression thing as a greater problem?
I'd appreciate any comments or help on the issue
Posted by leslye on April 26, 2000, at 12:04:40
In reply to ADD and Depression, posted by Andy on April 26, 2000, at 3:58:46
> Andy, sounds like you need a good evaluation by a psychiatrist who is attuned to treating add in young adults. You are describing a common problem ad folks run into - I would also recommend you look into the books "you mean I'm not lazy stupid or crazy?" and "driven to distraction" as great ways to educate yourself on ADD and co-morbid problems - also CHADD (children and adults with add) has a web site (www.chadd.org) that has lots of info and links. They also have the address of the local Chadd chapter in your area, where you can call and see if anyone has a rec. for a doc who know what they're doing with add in adults (most don't!!)Meanwhile, a low dose of an ad would make sense, but also reeval of your stimulants - sounds like they're pooping out, which happens if you take them for a long time - also, if you are drinking any alcohol, you are shooting yourself in the foot, both moodwise, and attentionwise. Good luck! Leslye
Posted by Noa on April 26, 2000, at 13:58:18
In reply to Re: ADD and Depression, posted by leslye on April 26, 2000, at 12:04:40
I agree, seek a good consultation from someone experienced in working with adolescents and adults with ADD. Therapy might help some, as you probably have had to deal with a lot growing up with ADD. But your med situation should also be reevaluated. Good luck and keep us posted.
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