Any other grad students with ADHD?

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Thank you, Mark. I am glad that medication works for you!
I had the most side effects on the first day. second and third day, they were all gone, minus the chest pressure / pain which persisted. I e-mailed my doctor and he is not concerned which should reassure me, given the fact that I reported my experience in writing, and he would be responsible if something went wrong. But it is still *my* health and my life...

I also read a lot of accounts online from individuals ( many of whom are in school and/or in demanding professions) who stated that stimulants had lost their effects altogether after about a year, or required the addition of further stimulants in the PM hours, just to get through the day. Since PhD takes a number of years to complete, it would be unfortunate for a medication to lose its effectiveness just when you might need it the most. I am wondering if all those of you who shared you are on low dose stimulants have had any such experiences where it stopped working after some time.

I guess very few things are simple in life...Taking PhD level statistics while trying on a new med is not fun! sigh.

Compassionate1

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[Therapist4Chnge]

Compassionate1, long-term effectiveness can usually be achieved, but it is often half art and half science. It would be worth your time/effort to find an ADHD expert you can work with to find the best med regimen.

 

[compassionate1]

Thank you, Therapist for Change.

The neurologist I saw is supposed to be an expert on ADHD but I think that at this point, it would be sensible for me to go the natural route; adapting some life style changes ( exercise, nutrition, sleep etc) , while continuing to look for the right specialist. If / when I find one, I may try again at the end of May, when school is not in session. The disruption to my life and my work ( clinical, research, classes) while trying to find the right med and dose just defeats the whole purpose! Coffee makes the world go around...

Compassionate1

PS I am very curious about the potential of biofeedback and similar treatments for ADHD. Does anyone have any experience with these methods?

 

[compassionate1]

Thanks, Mark. Read & responded.

Compassionate1

 

[AcronymAllergy]

Mod Note: This thread has done a good job thus far of relating very generally to dealing with ADHD in graduate school, but I want to post a reminder that SDN is not the place to seek medical advice, as this information should be discussed with your healthcare provider.

Thank you.