Adderall prescription

Hello all. Thank you for reading.

So I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and ADD.

I was prescribed 10 mg of adderall per day. Took it as prescribed. And was amazed that I could actually get out of bed, get things done, and not be so sad.

Then a friend convinced me I don't need medicine, that I only need God. So I came off adderall and my antidepressant and mood stabilizer. It was hell.

I went back to my doc after a few months. He won't give me adderall anymore, because he says it's dangerous to keep going on and off meds.

But I really really want to be back on adderall. I honestly don't know if I'm an addict or if that med just really helped me, my depression is BAD.

Thank you for reading, any feedback is appreciated.

Hi,

This is a good read: http://forums.psychcentral.com/addic...eral-hell.html

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Thank you for the reply, I feel it is different for me because I do not binge on the prescription....

Get a second opinion. It's not unreasonable for you to want to be back on it.

For those with ADD, Adderall can be a lifesaver. Unfortunately, that is not understood by many, because of its potential for abuse in those who do not suffer from ADD/ADHD. I have seen this fact cause feelings of shame and confusion in acquaintances who do benefit in a healthy way from this medication.

I abused Adderall in the past (I do not need it, I absolutely do not suffer from ADD) and it ended up changing my mood and behavior to the point that I felt out of control. However, it sounds like Adderall is helping you regain control, and that is a good thing, in my opinion. I hope that discussing the issue further with your doctor, or getting a second opinion, will bring you peace and clarity, whatever that decision is.

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