Posted by Jon on November 18, 1999, at 14:21:00
Hey ya'll,
Thanks for helping me with my last question Dove, I really like the combination of compassion and knowledge you guys have on this forum. When I can, I'll try to do my share also in relating my experiences.
Anyway, I know that Ritalin blocks the dopamine receptors from reabsorbing it, therefore making a little bit go a long way. Anyway, I'm getting a tolerance now and I'm thinking that my body isn't producing as much dopamine to counteract the affects. And, even when I'm off Ritalin I wake up feeling worse than normal. I'm wondering if my brain could have stopped producing as much dopamine as before, therefore causing that affect. Recently, I've been feeling like I need to take Ritalin just to get back to my normal state of mind. Is this possible or am I just worrying?
Also, I was wondering if there are any long term physiological effects from Ritalin. Thanks alot.
Jon
P.S. This is a different topic completely but do you guys really think it's healthy to put pre-adolescent children on drugs that alter brain chemistry? I have my own opinions but I'm way to tired to go off on them. I've actually been up all night studying for a test. Time for some beauty sleep, haha, sorry I'm delirous and babbling.
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