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?
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Moderated by Maria Wasielewski, Master of Arts in Counseling and Guidance, University of Arizona
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Anonymous
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Feb 24, 2016
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If your chief goal is to simply obtain adderall than this isn't the site to be asking that on. But if you go to your doctor and explain what issues you are having, then I'm sure they will prescribe something that is right for you and your needs.
RogerDan555
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Jun 17, 2016
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First of all, the psychiatrist is learned enough to prescribe you a medicine. It would be advisable that you tell him / her the symptoms rather than the medicine. You cannot decide for yourself what dosage you need. Refrain from drug abuse.
Anonymous
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Jun 23, 2016
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I would just be honest about everything you're going through. A psychiatrist will be able to tell if you need that kind of medication.
Anonymous
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Jul 9, 2016
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My best advice is that if you have a prescription just ask for a refill. If not, tell your therapist the god's honest truth and let things take their course. maybe Adderall isn't for you.
NumberEleven
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Jul 15, 2016
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You shouldn't tell your psychiatrist what medicine to give you, they know best. Just describe how you feel, your moods, your sleep cycles etc and they will give you what suits your situation the best.
beautiful5oul
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Jul 29, 2016
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Consulting a doctor, or your provider, is a good place to start. What may work for one person medication wise, might not be the same for you personally, so going off of their judgement alone might be a set back. Medications can take time to balance to understand what is right or is not, for you.
cynderislame
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Sep 5, 2016
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Talking to a doctor can definitely help to narrow down what's best for you.
versatilePeace44
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Sep 19, 2016
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your doctor or even school guidance counselor they have you take a test to determine if that'll help
InspireTheLiars
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Oct 26, 2016
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You talk to your doctor and he/she will give you a better answer than I can. Your friend shouldn't be the one you go to for serious matters such as prescription medications.
Anonymous
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Nov 11, 2016
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Talk to your doctor or a psychiatrist (or both). They will tell you if they think you need it and how much you may need. It might be that you need a different ADD/ADHD medication, or another method of helping you concentrate.
