this post was submitted on 07 Jul 2023
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Funny meme.
27, got diagnosed about 1year ago and have been decreasing my anti depressants since then and will start my ADHD meds tomorrow. Here's hoping you get there too!
Kinda scared though not gonna lie, because I read the fucking side effects... Shouldn't have...
Edit: Thought I should give you all some feedback. Took the meds and I'm feeling fine. It's a very small dose for now though. 2.5mg which according to my Dr. should be barely noticeable but we'll adapt as time goes by.
What side effects are you scared of? (I'm nearly 40, got diagnosed and been on medication for about 6 years)
Concerta/Ritalin. Heart failure apparently and potential dependency :/ (not sure if these are the exact conditions in English as I'm not from an English speaking country)
I was also afraid of becoming addicted to them. Considering I can't remember to take them, I probably won't have to worry about that
Lmao that's too funny. But great news too :)