My doctor suggested I try 5 mg of Ritalin for like two weeks to see if it helps. I have been taking it on and off for the past 4 days and haven't noticed much of a difference. It stops wandering thoughts (and impairs creativity and more intuitive skills) but it hasn't had any other significant changes besides little barely recognizable things. The doctor said 5mg might not be a high enough dose, but I should try it anyways and then return for a followup visit.

Has anyone had similar experiences with Ritalin? Did your symptoms change or improve with a higher dose?

I'm also curious as to whether or not I'd benefit more from a prodrug. Remembering to take Ritalin and dealing with the constant roller coaster of it partially wearing off, completely wearing off, and then waiting for the next dose to start working, is distracting in and of itself. I'll be in class worrying about it or I'll postpone taking the next dose because I have two classes back to back and work afterwards, and I feel awkward taking it while I'm out and about. Even when I take it in the most discreet way, I'm slightly paranoid a friend, classmate, or coworker will find out.