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13 Feb 2008 @ 4:07 PM
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| christine |
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Things were great, now not so much
My 8 year old son has been diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and Sensory Integration Disorder. He has been on Adderall XR for over a year now with great success, until recently. I'm trying to figure out why things aren't going as well. My first inclination is to assume the meds aren't working as well. However, he's had some big things to deal with lately and I'm wondering if maybe they are they cause of our problems (unwillingness to do homework or do it properly, argumentative, crying about being stressed, etc.). The changes seem to have started the day his very best friends in the whole world moved from next door to out of state. He grew up with these kids and they were like brothers. He talks with them still and recently, we got our son and his friends a web cam so they could communicate that way. They were all so excited! Also, he is getting ready to take some high pressure tests at school. If he doesn't pass, he can be kept behind (ridiculous - but a whole different story!). Because of this, the homework load and complexity has increased. Also, he is being tutored for his writing. He has a very difficult time getting all his thoughts on paper. So, considering all of this, I'm kinda thinking maybe it may be more of his sensory problems that are surfacing and a crazy amount of stress/anxiety rather than a med problem. Major life changes or changes to routine can bring out the sensory problems and his friends moving certainly would qualify. I will be mentioning all of this to his great Dr. at his next appt. but I'm curious if anyone else has had a similar experience. |
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27 Mar 2008 @ 5:31 PM
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| emdiddy |
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Curious too ...
I'm an adult with add and I've been on adderall for about 6 months. Lately, it just doesn't seem to give me that calm, clear head and focus. I'm kinda groggy in the morning again, and it just doesn't seem like it's working much anymore. I've also noticed an increase in "overwhelm" and basic forgetfullness (like 3 trips in and out of the house before I finally get going to the office). Then again ... I too have been under some very excessive stress lately. Work related stress, financial related stress, and my father has been diagnosed with cancer. Maybe I'm fine, the meds are fine, and it's just the extra stress in my life getting to me. The stress will pass. I guess then, when it does, I'll have a better idea if it's the meds that changed or just the stress. So much to learn. If anyone else has had this type of experience, or any advice to offer, please do! Thanks! |
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10 Apr 2008 @ 8:02 PM
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| penelopes |
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agreed
I've been taking adderall for 5 years and am currently experiencing the same issue- I feel like I am being given a placebo rather than the 'real' deal. I feel all over the place-- I mean I really truely overwhelm
Also... This is my first 'thread' experience, what's the deal? Merci |
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18 Apr 2008 @ 2:26 AM
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| Chinesebob |
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stresses and medications
What we've seen with my son and myself is that when we're emotionally charged or drained the medicines have a much lesser effect. With ADD I've found that it's easy to handle much more than most people can with the right focus, and the medications help that IMMENSELY. But if there are emotional stresses on either of us for some reason, it will seem like we're not taking it. Just like without the meds, you have to give your self time to adjust and recharge yourself. Sleep, diet/vitamins, and having something to do relaxing is very nice. It makes a huge difference. I cook, my son draws robots. It's our way of being creative to deal with the stresses we have. |
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