Posted by Eddie Sylvano on April 21, 2003, at 8:44:59
In my endless quest to set my mind straight, I've read a decent amount of literature on the typical disorders and palliative measures employed to address them. Lately, I've been wondering if a stimulant might not be useful. My brother and father are poster children for ADD, and I really can't pay attention to save my life. I try my best to avoid anything that requires sustained mental concentration, and I fidget constantly. I score quite well on standardized tests, but was miserable in school. I'm constantly bored, and often tired.
That's no DSM description of a stimulant benefactor, but it seems (given that my anxiety is already addressed with Celexa) that they would be the most likely source of relief.
Anyone else with experience in this area agree/disagree? Is ritalin (or another stim) a feasible long-term solution?
poster:Eddie Sylvano
thread:221110
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