I can’t seem to ever concentrate. My friend says Adderall helps him concentrate. How do I find out if it’s a good option for me?

Talk to a medical professional to discuss if Adderall is a good option to help with issues in regard to concentrating. Focus is important and recognizing that it is difficult to concentrate is the first step. Talking with friends and sharing ideas, options and resources is important in networking our thoughts and hurdles we experience. Speaking to a trusted medical professional about ideas and solutions that work well for individual needs, discussing other options and risk/benifit for all possible solutions is very important to a positive outcome. Starting simple with ones self and rippling out from there is a wonderful idea!

The right medication at the right time for the right person can be a life changer. While it may be right for your friend, only you and your doctor can decide what is right for you. There are many methods to work on improving concentration outside of medication as well that you could discuss with your doctor. The best way to find out what is possible would be to make an appointment with your family doctor to talk about your concerns and what options are available to you. They will be able to give you options to work towards better concentration.

Hello, what a great question! Not being able to concentrate must be super frustrating and tiring. I’m so glad that you are trying to find solutions and ways to cope. Not everything works for everyone but finding a safe and healthy way to cope will be much better in the long run. Try looking up different healthy and safe methods to keep stay concentrated. You could also join a group chat and ask how others stay concentrated. If these methods do not seem to work, which is completely normal, then a doctor or a therapist could definitely provide you with other ways to stay focus. Happy Healing!

Hi there! I think that the first thing to ask yourself would be if Adderall is the only option for you or not, as well as if your lack of concentration is to the point that you would clinically need treatment. One way of doing this would be visiting a counselor, or perhaps a psychologist. For the first connection, I would recommend one of these two rather than a psychiatrist. While a psychiatrist eventually could be a good source, their primary focus is to treat you with medication rather than other behavioral or cognitive techniques. Talking to a counselor, psychologist, or therapist could provide you with the background to know whether or not your concentration needs to be clinically treated and medicated. If not, there are other therapeutic techniques that could be cheaper, and will undoubtedly have less side effects. If these methods don't work, then you might want to consider if medication such as Adderall (or others, there's plenty of other medication options) are right for you!

Adderall and similar drugs should only be prescribed if you need them. It is a controlled substance for a reason and should not be taken without a strict need for it. You can explore other options of de-stressing and focus before making that decision. I think it's very important to tell your psychologist exactly what's going on with you that's driving you to seek medication. If you're already on a medication that isn't working as well as you had hoped, make sure you explain that. Absolutely, mention adderall specifically, especially it has worked for you in the past. However, remember that your psychiatrist has had more experience in this area, and may have an even better medication to suggest based on your specific needs and history.

The best way to find out would be to talk to a psychiatrist or a psychiatric nurse practitioner, particularly one who has experience with ADHD. A good place to look would be Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists?search= I hope this helps! If you're a minor and one barrier your experiencing to treatment is discussing with a parent about this, I'd highly recommend this article: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-talk-to-your-parents-about-getting-help-if-you-think-you-need-it/ If neither of these are an option and you are currently a student, your school or university should have resources and support for students with ADHD, such as a learning specialist. Even if you are not diagnosed with ADHD, talking with a school learning specialist or center for students with disabilities at your school could be a great first step.

Adderall is a medication that is only prescribed for those who have been diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). If you think you might have ADHD, the first step is to make an appointment with a doctor to go through the diagnostic criteria for it. If they determine that you do indeed have ADHD, the first line of treatment is usually stimulant medication. These medications are either amphetamines or methylphenidates. Finding the right medication for each individual person can take a few tries, and it's no one size fits all. Some people respond very well to Adderall while others don't. Remember though, that in most jurisdictions, stimulant medications are controlled substances, so if you possess or take any of these medications without a prescription, it is considered illegal. Always talk with your doctor first and receive a diagnosis before going on any stimulant medication, as it is very commonly abused amongst students who don't have ADHD. Be open with your doctor about your symptoms and answer the questions honestly. Also keep in mind that the first medication you try should you and your doctor decide that medication might be the right move if you have ADHD, that it may take a couple of tries to find the right medication and dosage for you

Well finding out what kind of concentration difficulty you have is essential, also if any other problem along with that is present or not needs to be find out, it is never good idea to selfmedicate. So if you have any symptoms try to consult psychiatrist. Psychiatrist will help you find out wether you have any disorder or just have difficulty in concentration and no other requirement and then will prescribe you adderall if he feels that it is needed for you. Also will assess for other psychiatric condition if they are present or not. So kindly do not take adderall on your own, just consult psychiatrist, they will guide you better.

Always talk to your doctor before considering nay types of medication. Adderall is a prescription that is not right for everyone and should not be used by anyone who does not have a prescription. Recreational use or incorrect use can be dangerous and unpredictable. Talk to your doctor about your struggle with concentration and see what options they can present for you. As well, there are many alternatives to medication that can help with your concentration. Things like practicing mindfulness, or going out for a walk without distractions are simple strategies to help your mind relax and think more clearly.

It's important to consider whether these difficulties with concentrating has been a consistent issue throughout your life or a more recent development as Adderall is used to treat ADHD, a developmental issue that has effects from a young age. You could talk to your doctor or get a referral to a psychiatrist (depending on where you live) if you are concerned regarding this, and they would be able to test you for ADHD, and any other possible psychological or physiological condition that could be causing concentration issues. As Adderall is a stimulant, using it regularly without a prescription can lead to other issues, so it is important to talk this through with a professional.

Before taking any medication that requires a prescription, which Adderall does, speak to your primary care provider or arrange a session with a specialist. Taking medication without a prescription can be unsafe and cause harm to your body. There are other alternatives to medication that one can try such as talk therapy, breathing exercises, or meditation. Often times individuals who take medications like Adderall have been diagnosed with an attention disorder and manage that symptom with a specialist. If you believe that you would be best served by medication like Adderall, again always speak to your medical provider before attempting.

Sounds like your having mixed feelings about whether or not to follow your friends suggestion and a curiosity about what medication can work for you. Its absolutely ok to go by what your friend has said, yet different medications work for different people. You may first of all want to consult your general practitioner or doctor on what you could use to help manage your concentration. If not trusting the doctors opinion for your own reference you can research suitable medications for ADHD on NICE guidelines site (https://bnf.nice.org.uk/treatment-summaries/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/) and enquire about this with the GP. You are welcome to chat with one of our listeners 1-1 who would be happy to provide emotional support.

I would say that the best option is to first get a psychiatrist and a therapist who can help make sure medication is the right route. Then, once you’ve gone through your evaluation, they will decide what the best medication would be to help you. Adderall is a medication that can either be the best thing for you, or the absolute worst thing. We all react to medications differently, which is why it takes some of us years to find the right concoction that truly helps us. One may think they need Adderall when they actually need an antidepressant. Or someone may thing that they need an antidepressant when they actually need adderall or any other medication. Self diagnosing and doctoring can be very dangerous with this, so I definitely recommend talking to someone with the credentials to tell you what may really help you.