Recently diagnosed by a psychiatrist to have ADD and got a prescription for Adderall. Should I take it? I don’t know people on it so I don’t know what it’s like. I am worried about being dependent/addicted to it. I sometimes get lost in meetings, and compulsively check Reddit at work, which affects performance. So far I’ve been an ok SWE without meds. Is taking it worth it now? Will I be a better dev? Also wonder if it would help interviewing. I feel like it wouldn’t because I am interested in solving interview questions and don’t get distracted in an interview. Let me know if you have experiences with ADD or Adderall. I’ve been avoiding taking it for almost 2 weeks now.
How did they diagnose it?
Whiskey takes the edge off for me. So did getting older.
No, people in the US generally abuse prescription too much. Is there a more natural solution without adderall? Look up youtube on its addiction. Your BRAIN is worth more than that.
My son was on Adderall for a very short period of time and it was aweful. Concerts worked much better for him. Ask the doctor for a different meds if you are concerned about Adderall. They affect everyone differently.
dont get on drugs until the situation is really bad. meetings can be un interesting and i usually get lost not because add but my mind wanders into smth. Docs want you to go on drugs all life. I cant tell you my doc wanted me on statins for having cholestrol at 220. i never fell for it. Meditation is your solution its hard but it works
If you got prescribed it you might as well try it to see if it works for you. It's not like you'll get dependent or addicted with one dose. However the things you described are pretty normal and don't sound like you need medication.
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Rather than asking random people on Blind, I recommend asking medical professionals or people you respect. With that said, I was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Taking Adderall turned my life around. I was super apprehensive and had the same concerns. The way it calms my mind actually made me sad for how long I lived my life without it. Staying on task, returning to tasks when interrupted, and even paying closer attention when my wife is speaking have all vastly improved. Hopefully your Psychiatrist is easing you in and giving you the minimum dose necessary. Take it as perscribed, watch for any side effects, and you should be fine.
Thanks for the insight
I have tried using vyvanse... but now i stopped using them and instead excercised and meditation... both seem to be able to increase dopamine naturally... also i use some nootropics and supplements for my anxiety... not sure if that affects anything but pretty sure excercise and meditation works
Vyvance changed my life- it makes me nervous, but it's much less addictive, so there's that
Did you try meditation?
Not yet. That’s what I’m asking about. Not sure if I even want to start taking it
Meditation, not medication.