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Adderall is a prescription medication used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adults. The drug is a central nervous system stimulant that is believed to improve attention, organization, and work performance in people with chronic difficulty concentrating. If you suspect that you or someone else has ADHD, read this article to learn about steps to alleviate your symptoms.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Be honest with yourself

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   Recognize symptoms associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Before going to the doctor, ask yourself if you have one regularly experience any of the following symptoms:
   • Can't pay attention to details.
   • Easily distracted while on duty due to irrelevant stimuli (noise, scent, people, ...).
   • Can't concentrate long enough to complete the quest.
   • Often switch from an incomplete task to another task.
   • Have a habit of chronic procrastination.
   • Disorganized and forgetful.
   • Get stuck in social situations; especially unable to focus on one topic at a time or not to focus when others speak.
   • Feeling too troublesome, especially when sitting.
   • Get impatient.
   • Constantly obstructing others.

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   Determine if symptoms are so severe that a prescription medication is needed. We all have difficulty paying attention from time to time, especially when we are forced to pay attention to a tedious or uninteresting task for a long time. For example, students easily turn to Adderall and other stimulants so they can complete their homework, even without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Remember that being absent-minded is completely natural, and there are other ways to improve performance at work or school without medication.
   • In some cases, exercise can help keep you focused and without medication.
   • The difference between people want medication and people need taking the drug is such a symptom of the person who needs to take the medication so seriously that they actually have a reduced ability to function properly in society. Remember this difference and try to make an accurate assessment to determine the severity of your symptoms.
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Part 2 of 3: Talking to your doctor

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   See a psychiatrist. A psychiatrist is a mental health specialist who can prescribe medications for you. Remember, psychologists cannot prescribe drugs.
   • If you need a referral to a good psychiatrist, you can ask your healthcare professional for a referral.
   • It is a good idea to see a variety of psychiatrists before deciding who you are most comfortable with.

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   Talk to your doctor about your concerns. During your first meeting, your doctor may ask you why you are visiting. You need to tell your doctor about your symptoms, how often they appear, and how long they last. The doctor will then ask more questions to help with the diagnosis.
   • Some of the important points that your doctor wants to determine is that you always experience these symptoms (as many believe that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is congenital) and that the symptom is so severe that it adversely affects your health. friend.
   • Communicate honestly and carefully. You need to be completely open to your doctor so that you can get the best treatment.
   • Proactively ask about medication. Doctors know that not all patients want to take medication, so it is important to let your doctor know if you want to take it in place of other treatments.

     

   • Do not mention the name of the medicine you want. It will look like you're trying to diagnose yourself, while that's the job of a psychiatrist. Instead, let your doctor know your symptoms are so serious that you feel that taking medication is the only treatment. Note should only say if so.
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Part 3 of 3: Taking medications correctly

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   Start at the lowest possible dose. Your doctor will talk with you about the dose of the drug and can come up with different options for the initial dose. Since Adderall can be addictive, it's best to start at the lowest possible dose to assess drug sensitivity.
   • The lower the oral dose, the less harmful the potential side effects of the drug.

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   Keep your medicine to yourself. Adderall and Ritalin are the most commonly abused prescription drugs, especially among students. Remember that for a reason, a prescription should be given to you and it is unethical to give or sell it to someone else, possibly even jeopardizing the other person's health.

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   Do not take more than the recommended dose. Always take medication as directed by your doctor. If you think the dose is not strong enough, talk to your doctor instead of taking more than directed. advertisement

Advice

• Like most mental illnesses, there is no medical test to identify attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or attention deficit disorder. A psychiatrist will diagnose and prescribe based on the symptoms the patient describes.
• Adults may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, but it is usually non-stop activity instead of hyperactivity. They may also have difficulty maintaining personal or work relationships.
• Adderall, the clinical drug form of amphetamine, is also a List II prescription drug. Getting a second or even third opinion from the expert is the wisest choice. Find out all of your options before making a decision.

Warning

• Adderall contains amphetamine that can be addictive. The drug is intended for prescription only.
• In general, stimulants should not be given to children, adolescents, or adults with cardiovascular abnormalities such as arrhythmias or cardiomyopathy as the medication can make the illness worse.
• Taking Addderall pills can have potential side effects in the short and long term. Short-term side effects include anxiety, decreased appetite, weight loss, headache, trouble sleeping, and nausea. Long-term side effects include irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, fatigue, and seizures.