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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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

myself. I get so deep into what I am doing- projects, papers etc that my mind races .. I constantly want to be on the move, going place to place agh its incredible. I stay up all night at least 2 times a week because I get so immersed with what I am doing- the problem is that I want to do + learn everything! I am also a social ' butterfly' and make way too many commitments,... Any advice? I am posting this via telephone, sorry -- I will be more specific with a puter

Also... This is my first 'thread' experience, what's the deal? Merci

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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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