Posted by Lee on March 10, 2001, at 10:15:02
In reply to Who has depression without ADD, and takes stims?, posted by PhoenixGirl on March 3, 2001, at 15:35:40
> I want to hear from people who treat their depression with a stimulant, do not have ADD, and also have not developed tolerance to the stimulant. I want to see if this is possible, or how likely it is. Thanks
I fit your description (mostly).
I have been diagnosed as experiencing atypical depression. I have been depressed for 22 years and I don't believe I have any symptoms of ADD. On stimulants - particularly Provigil - I am completely cured and no other medications alone or combined have cured me.
I did develop a tolerance for Provigil. To combat that tolerance I added a small dose of an antipsychotic (amisulpride) and skip provigil one day a week.
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