I would seriously consider finding another doctor who is knowledgeable regarding adult ADHD. You can also check out www.chadd.org as they sometimes list doctors who specialize in ADHD or have local support groups who might have some referrals. My husband takes 30 mg. of Adderall. It's not so much based on weight. Individuals metabloize medication at different rates and usually dosages are increased until there is a reduction of symptoms or problems with side effects.

Generally, individuals with ADHD who are not treated for their ADHD are more at risk for abusing drugs. Properly medicating an individual with ADHD reduces the likelihood that they will abuse drugs. Medication use has also been shown to bring about a reduction in auto accidents.

Elaine

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when I tried to discuss to my "new" psychiatrist (always had a GP) last year, he actually referred me to an addiction specialist (therapist). But he did increase my meds.

Unfortunately, my insurance (BCBS) has a system in place for psychiatry: a roulette wheel! I have tried and tried and tried to find a psychiatrist with ADHD background in my network (HMO) but gave up after it felt like I was hitting a brick wall... over and over again! I have to call a recommendation center based on geographic location and then there is a two month wait for an appointment.... Now, I go to my doc and nod my head and smile, hold out my hand for my script, "everything is fine" etc. I feel like I can't even raise any issues without him making addiction accusations!

A very popular phrase in my ADD support group: "to a hammer, everything is a nail" that being said, if a doc is a specialist, be careful your symptoms might fit their diagnosis, it should be the diagnosis that fits you!

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