I have depression and was on effexor which was working okay, but not great. I was still getting very frustrated with my kids. I stopped taking it on my own. When I went back to the doctor she put me on lamictal. I know that is for bipolar, which I do not have. I am leary of taking it. I am often tired and have no motivation. I can't concentrate or keep a thought in my head. I think I need Adderall or the other med similar to that. How can I convince her that's what I need. Any feed back on lamictal. I am also very afraid of weight gain.