I was also very successful as a teen and young adult. I went off meds in my early thirties for six months. I was more creative but i also had trouble getting along with people. I argued with people in the service sector: bank tellers, grocery store clerks, bus drivers. I couldn't get anything done without making a scene. I hadn't been like that at all before meds. Now i'm back on meds and about as creative as a rock but i get along with people. I firmly believe i was headed to jail when i was off meds so it's a trade-off i willingly make.