Posted by Laree on January 25, 2004, at 1:39:18
In reply to Re: Pseudoephedrine and ADD Update, posted by SandyWeb on January 21, 2004, at 7:19:29
I don't think you can 'tell' if you have ADHD by using something that (to my knowledge) is not used for ADHD ever...?
Also, if you had a problem with amphetamine(s) in the past, I would not recommend getting mixed up with psychostimulants as they are known to be VERY addictive, which you're probably already aware of...
and if you have problems with anxiety they can most certainly exacerbate/cause anxiety...good luck
> I'm wondering if that is a true indication of ADD?
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> I've never requested a diagnosis because I feel uncomfortable asking my doctor. I used to do a lot of methamphetamine when I was in my 20's, and I'm humiliated that she might think I'm only looking for a high. But when I did "speed", my activities involved: reading voraciously (anything and everything I could find!), doing crosswords for hours, and playing Scrabble!! I could focus on tasks, and I LOVED that!! Again, it appears to be ADD.....but I'm embarassed to mention stimulants to my doctor.
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> I'd be interested in people's comments. Thanks so much.
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> SandyWeb
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