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?

If Adderall would be a legitimate medical help to you, the truth about your life and circumstances will give your doctor the evidence she needs to make a responsible decision. A doctor knows things about Adderall that you don't and lying to her about your circumstances will put your health at great risk. It's also a felony in most states to score Adderall by lying to a doctor.

Adderall should only be used if a doctor or psychiatrist approves it. It is usually used to treat ADHD. It could be a good option, but what about talking with a professional about it, he/she will sure be more qualified to answer this question

Finding out if drugs are a fit for you is a great question for a licensed doctor. Only a doctor can qualify you for major medicine like Adderall. Although there are great results remember there are always side effects as well. Start simple! If you're having concentration problems really study why you are. Are you day dreaming about the project you never finished? Are you imagining yourself somewhere you've never been before? Is there a small movie playing in your head? Ask yourself what is taking you away from reality and them logically look into solving it. For me I think of modifying my car or being a fire fighter. My way to aid my lack of concentration is to satisfy my creative side before I get anything serious done. I HAVE to dedicate at least a couple hours a night doing what I was thinking about. It's kinda like when a song is stuck in your head. You just gotta find the time and sing it.

From what I’ve heard, Adderall is highly addictive and has terrible withdrawal symptoms. My bf has adhd and the doctor had avoided giving him that specific medication for that reason. I would discuss with your primary care physician or get a referral to see a psychiatrist to see if there are options for you. If you think it might be ADHD, then there are many medication options. If it’s simply an issue of concentration, there are many conditions that could lead to difficulty concentrating, but a professional would know how to diagnoses these the best. I have struggled with this issue a lot I’m the past and have read articles that explain the possible cause of decreased focus in the younger generation. The rise of technology and having the ability to multitask leaves us used to being constantly stimulated. When we force ourselves to focus on just one thing, such as homework or reading a textbook, it becomes a difficult task. For this, I guess the only suggestion is to try to limit electronic use, but that might not be plausible for many. Overall, most people are not qualified to tell you what’s best for you and you should consider a professional for good options.

I'm having a hard time focusing. I can't concentrate. I begin projects, but partway through I think about another task that I want to do and then i'm on to the next thing.

Adderall is a prescribed medication from a Doctor, and should never be taken just for the sake of concentration. However if you're really struggling to concentrate, seeing a Doctor for medication to help you is definitely an option :)

Basically off of work my friend tell me what I did was to go to my doctor and discuss what he think is best ask what all the side effects are and based off what he tells me try it

Go to a doctor. They can refer you to a special place that tests weather or not you have adhd. ( attention deficient hyperactivity disorder)

You need to go to your primary care doctor. Adderall can have some nasty side effects and you may simply be ADD and NOT ADHD. Adderall is only used for ADHD. The best diagnosis can and will only come from seeing a doctor. Are you stressed out? Doing too much at one time? When our brain needs a break it will force itself to take a break. If you are too stressed our bodies will find a way to help de-stress. Sometimes the answer we are looking for is the simplest one. Also if your friend is taking Adderall proscribed, please help this person.