Adderall made my hair thinner, skin more wrinkled, got thin and weak, felt disconnected to friends and family, long never ending to do list, overthinking EVERYTHING!
Yeah I feel more "human" since I quit cold turkey. The first 3 days were brutal. I was sleeping all day, couldn't get out of bed. But by day 4 I woke up feeling "alive" again. It's hard to describe. It's like I've awaken from a brain fog and now everything seems so much clearer. It's only been 5 days and I already feel 100 times better. I started taking cbd gummies and I think this is helping to speed up the recovery process.
@handsomeX im 9 month off from quitting cold turkey. Still dont feel alive. Im so depressed...how long did you use the drug for before you cold turkey. I used concerta not adderall
In my second week quitting adderall cold turkey. Here are my symptoms -Depression/ suicide thoughts -zero motivation to do anything that I want to do - I feel the need nap or sleep after any task even though I don’t want to sleep that’s all my body wants to do. However, - I have zero anxiety now
Congrats on quitting Adderall!!! 🙌🥰👏 that’s a huge accomplishment. I totally felt the same as you and it does get better as your body recovers. I am sorry your experiencing suicidal thoughts. As you stay sober, your mind will clear up and you’ll feel the energy to live. I’m proud of you!
Knowing what the detox symptoms are will help you overcome them until you are past the detox. I wish I could push all the detox symptoms off on all the doctors that prescribed this crap like candy!!
look into a spiritual or hollistic counselor. someone who tells you.. your fine as you are. we dont need all these drugs to do well in life. i used it for 11+ years and was institutionalized twice after having anxiety attacks and withdrawal symptoms. i finally am attending na meetings and going to counseling to understand the reasons behind my anxiety.
My first week of quitting adderall: intense extreme fatigue. Sleeping 10+ hours with a 1-2 hour nap in the middle of the day. Migraines, depression, and crying outburst. Anxiety and panic attacks. However after praying and relying on God on day 7 of adderall withdrawal my mood went up, I felt happy and extremely content regardless of my circumstances. Felt like I could focus better without the adderall because I was having restful sleep, and had interests in my passions again. I also cut out caffeine at the same time because my mind was over stimulated all the time. I would take my adderall and drink coffee because I still felt "tired." Also my psychiatrist told me its okay to drink coffee, even thought its another stimulant........ Long story short. Trust your gut. God created you to in his image. Beautifully and wonderfully made. He gave you a unique brain, own it and like rose said- self acceptance is the key to managing daily struggles of adhd. Remember ADHD is not apart of your identity. Everyone has weaknesses and mine have to do with the symptoms categorized under ADHD. I may struggle with ADHD but ADHD is not me.
Totally screenshotting this wonderfully helpful comment to refer back to for encouragement.I am quitting and want to be prepared.Already empowered from the info! Thank you!♥️
Just quit today. My head is really hurting but I know that this isn’t permanent. I have those same intrusive/ OCD thoughts so I’m looking forward to those lessening. This was really helpful, thank you for sharing ❤️
I abused adderall, it ruined all of my friendships, relationships, caused me to become disconnected from reality, and once I quit, I went through the most insane psychotic episode possibly imaginable. It completely changed my personality. The worst part is, once I finally quit, I eventually felt like my old self again, but realized I had been a completely different person for the past 5 years. This sent me into shock and I almost ended it all. Adderall completely ruined my life. My question is, while you were on adderall, what did you do with your time?
I totally relate to your story. Glad you were able to quit 👏👏👏 I kinda go into what I did during my recent video. Thanks for being a part of this community 😊
I’m going through that right now. Made me a horrible person when I was on it, then went I went off of it (3 weeks ago) it sent me into the biggest psychotic episode of my life. I’m still in my “episode” going on week three. I feel like I’m going literally insane. I feel like I’ve lost my sanity and ruined my life.
@@taylorm1690 Taylor, I was in my psychotic episode for nearly 8 months and during that time I did a lot of damage to my life. I ended up in a rehabilitation center which helped me a lot and probably saved my life. I'm a 25 year old male from NY, NY. Talking with people who have gone through similar experiences really helped me. If you ever want to talk I will make myself available.
I’m an artist and found it helped me paint for longer and take more creative chances than I normally would have. I loved the false confidence and resilience I felt. It helped me bury painful experiences, but not resolve them. After taking it for many years, it has become my identity. It dictates my moods, which slightly change each month and refill. (Not sure if anyone else has had that experience). Looking into recovery has felt isolating because I never told my friends out of shame. I’m trying to find the courage to quit and make peace with who I am. Outside of TH-cam, have you been able to find a community to help/support? Thank you for this video, and hope your recovery is going well 🤍
Thank you for sharing this Alice! Recovery is an amazing thing but it can definitely be isolating. A goal of mine is to work to create a community for those in recovery. I hope things are going well with you and wish you the best! I hope to make new content soon 💕
The episodes of paranoia and anxiety I feel are really scary and felt like I was alone and it will last forever but hearing other people had these problems has helped me immensely when they appear along with breathing and meditation. Also exercise has been helping me get my dopamine and norepinephrine chemicals through the day reducing the frequency and intensity of these episodes
I am so glad you are here! Yeah the paranoia and anxiety is such a daily struggle. Thank heavens for mediation! Exercise can be hit or miss for me - sometimes it triggers an anxiety attack. Keep up the good work, Doc 😊
Yes girl totally. I’m coming off it again, my body always hurts terribly, always tired. You’re so right about the not wanting to do anything and just watch TH-cam videos lol
WOW, Spot on with everything you went through. I have been on Adderall for over 40 years of my 60 years on earth. When covid hit and I was laid off, I quit cold turkey. It's been about 6 months and I am going through the blaws. I have money, but desire to do nothing like you mentioned but watch movies and TH-cam videos. I have to force...and I mean force myself to do anything. A nice day I should be riding my motorcycle, or fishing, flying my drone or something. I started taking vitamins and supplements with the newest being NAC. I feel as if I am climbing out of the rabbit hole, but am getting better. Thanks for the video as I can see I am not alone. Oh, I have to say, the coffee thing. I could not start my day without coffee and now, I just don't desire it any more.
Congrats on quitting👏👏👏👏👏 that’s a huge feat! It does take time to slowly get back into things but as they do, it’s a wonderful feeling! I make sure to always take self care days now where I kinda do nothing 😊
11+ years here. congrats and i went down the rabbit hole too but i found out a lot about myself in the process. god helped me climb back out a better man
Omg Im living in my bed, I quit cold turkey and I never want to touch adderall ever again. I have tremors and yesterday I vomitted. I started to worry, I feel so reassured now watching people talking about it. I know I’m not alone. Thank you. Its been a few weeks, I take potassium and magnesium supplement to help. I eat more than I used to so I did gain a few pounds… but its all right. Went from 130 to 145. Not that bad. What sucks at the moment is the lack of motivation to exercise and the tremors. I can manage the negative thoughts. I hope my shared experience will help someone. Also! Most important part is to drink water. I have a 2L bottle and try to drink the whole thing everyday.
Thank you SO much for being so open about your addiction and for making this video. I needed this info SO bad right now in this moment. It’s always so crazy when you hear someone else tell your same story. ❤
i HAVE TAKEN ADDERAL FOR THIRTY YEARS. i AM ON DAY THREE WITHOUT IT, BECAUSE i OVERTOOK IT. IT FEELS LIKE THE NERVES IN MY BRAIN ARE REACHING OUT FOR SOMETHING THAT IS NOT THERE. I AM SO TIRED.
Quitting rn for the second time but this time I’m kinda worried because when I picked them up 2 months ago I’ve just been on a complete bender since then basically taking crazy doses sometimes within a 24 hour span and staying up a way too long too often. But I’m on day 2 and it really hasn’t been horrible basically what you described. The first time I got on them I was pretty good about it just kept It to like one or 2 pills a day max and wouldn’t pull close to as many all nighters and went periods without them unlike these last 2 months. The reason I got back on adderall was to “get back wasted time” in a sense from a previous addiction which I can say no withdrawals will come close so that’s always a plus. Anyways great video! Love the positive energy and what you’re doing keep it up
I recently restarted adderall after 10 months off. While off I gained a bunch of weight and my career/income took a dive. I’m back on adderall now and i realize I make much healthier choices when I am on this medication.
Loll same I don’t abuse it I am so thankful I can focus with no intrusive thoughts. I’ve never abused drugs tho …I take like half my prescribed dose even on busy days. I don’t have any desire to get jacked up on my adderall … it causes headaches in my opinion.. I don’t see how ppl do it.
You need to stop justifying that you're on some sort of medication for ADHD and just come to the fact IT'S AN AMPHETAMINE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN ADDICTED TO THEM FOR THE LAST HUNDRED YEARS JUST DIFFERENT NAMES THAN ADDERALL AND RITALIN. ON THE STREETS THEY CALL IT COCAINE LIGHT
@@I2oyali31ue you also need to stop lying to yourself cuz that's what you're doing face the fact you're a speed junkie and go through the fire to get to the other side
Thanks for your video. I quit Adderall 4 months ago and I’m STILL having issues. Not wanting to do anything. Depression. Etc. hopefully it gets better soon
Hey Buterfly Life, You have to start taking Anti Depressants coming off Adderall like SSRI's Like Zoloft Because Adderall gives you a Boost of Dopamine, You have to Balance yourelf on Depresants for at least 30 Days, after you get off.
I had picked up exercise and healthy eating as a way to keep me focused and help with endorphins and natural stimulation and good feeling. It definitely helps.
I didnt hear really bad things you may have gone through like sweats, shakes, nausea/vomiting, migraine/headache... Possible low blood pressure... this almost sounded easy. I am concerned that your lack of side effects may lead others to believe this is a cake walk.. or much easier than it probably is? Loved your candid nature just wish you included a bit more on what to expect. Thank you for all you help. So proud of you an what you have done. Worried about someone I met and care for. You have a blessed day. Hugsss...🌹
I was put on adderall as little kid in elementary school when it first came out and I took it for all of my developmental years into my mid twenties(25). And then I got off of my parents insurance and my life came crashing down. I took out adderall every day and never really thought anything of it. And then when I stopped taking it, it was like. Oh, my God, I'm done for I can't do anything. I don't want to do anything, I'm worthless. 0 motivation 0, 0 physical energy, 0 focus complete brain fog. It's like someone just took my Brain Out of my head and left me with only what I needed to stay breathing. And maintain a heartbeat. It took me about a decade for my brain to heal and get back to normal to the point where I actually had motivation to do things and actually have wants and desires again.... I don't even know how it's legal for doctors to prescribe that stuff to young people who are still developing. Because it's literally pharmaceutical grade meth.... People like to pretend like it's not but it's just pharmaceutical grade meth. And it's like steroids for your mind so if your so when you stop taking it, you won't be able to maintain and keep doing whatever it is your were doing on adderall I promise it will be nearly impossible unless what your doing doesn't require much mentally or physically. Getting off of adderall was the best thing I ever did. It was hell on earth, but I finally made it through. And I am so glad I got off of that crap It was a long, 10 years of healing. I remember the first time I laughed at a TV show or movie in over a decade. I startled myself. And that's when I knew my brain was actually healing. And it was getting back to normal. Because I actually started laughing and stuff again and actually wanted things and to go places. Adderall completely fried my brain. Stay away from that crap. If you gotta take it to study for finals, no problem here and there, it's not a bad thing, but if you're taking it on a regular basis. You're a drug addict And you're gonna go through all the same stuff. Drug addicts go through when they try to get off their addiction drug. And it's doing all the same damage to your brain and shutting off. Narrow pathways that you're no longer using. Because the adderall's pretty much doing all the work for you. But then you'll realize how anemic your mind has become once you stop taking that stuff, and you actually have to function, you're gonna be 100 times worse than you were before. If you had a hard time focusing before at all, you will literally not even be able to focus on anything. If you start taking adderall and stop taking it, it will just be even worse. Adderall fixes nothing all. It ISIS abandoned and it covers up the problem. And the problem just festers and gets worse underneath. And the Admiral exasperates everything. Because it's just pharmaceutical grade meth.
You are reminding me how long it can take. Idk how you were able to wait 10 years? I know exactly what you're talking about. What did you do during your waiting years?
I have ADHD and am currently prescribed Adderall. I’ve been taking it for just over a year now and despite my addictive personality, I never abused my prescription, even didn’t take my meds during the weekends or holidays (because they usually don’t call for much attention) however, I am thinking of switching to a non stimulant adhd drug to see how that works. I hope I don’t experience too much withdrawal symptoms when I do make the switch. And congratulations on staying sober! As an 8 year opiate addict (three years clean now) I applaud your hard work and effort to rid yourself of such a horrible substance.
@@alur2981 The one I know of is called Stattera or Atomoxetine. Of course, it may not be as effective for some people with adhd. So far it seems to be doing alright for me.
You going to have withdrawals you've taken it for a year and again I'm going to say it's an amphetamine in the 60s it was benzos it had a lot of different names so the last hundred years but again it's cocaine light
I forgot to mention.. I take vitamins a, b, c, d and e as well as 200 mg of L theanine and eat protein and fruits and veggies. I find that when i take vitamins and nutrients my neurotransmitters feel like they repair themselves faster.. Lots of spring water and try to get at least 9 hours of sleep.at night. I always consume high dose of caffeine after adderall or i wont be able to function without severe brain fog and tiredness.. So.tired i.fall asleep sitting up at my desk. I dont abuse my script.. I.take.it as prescribed.. But its.potent medication that is very strong
I am on day three- cold turkey. 20mg twice a day for 15 years. Also I have quit alcohol for almost three weeks. I drank for three years straight and went from a size 6 to a 16. I have a lot of work to do on myself but I have the guts to do it. I am always afraid of going anywhere and I dont want to have friends. Those two ideas just drained me mentally and put me into a panic. So now I want to get back to myself before I took my first adderall. I want to love life again! I want to do things without worry of what might go wrong. Too I want to be around family and enjoy that relationship.
We are in this together! I understand how you feel/ felt. It’s an almost inescapable hole of torture. I am still tired all the time on month 3 but not exhausted before 10am anymore. I definitely don’t get as much accomplished as I used to on adderral every day, but I am slowly really understanding that the level I was functioning at was not normal and it’s ok to not do everything on your checklist every day, now I try to just hone in on 1-2 main big things I want to get done in addition to work each day and it’s been a working pretty well. Give yourself credit! You are taking control of your own life and happiness!!! Which means once you and all of us get ourselves in an ok state, we can finally start to help others…our families, friends, and new friends to become the people we really are deep down, and not just a super effective / non human version of ourselves on adderral.
@@Caroline-ik7nf Caroline, make sure you get a good workout in or cardio to get some natural stimulation. That helps with endorphins and getting natural adrenaline in small dosages.
I had an Rx for adderall for 11 years. I just recently was weening off and due to supply constraints was forced into quitting early. I’ve been exhausted beyond exhaustion and going to bed early. I’ve also noticed weight gain that I had previously worked off, so that’s a little frustrating, but I’m giving my body room to deal with the withdrawal. I’m also more hungry than before and I can’t get satiated when eating. I stopped trying to get full and just eat healthy portions, but it is super stressful to be disciplined!
Congrats on weening off! It’s very exhausting at first. The weight gain can be uncomfortable too, so I’ve found eating healthy and clean was so important for me. Happy healing!
@@irose. It turns out that giving myself room to heal and not beat myself up resulted in an energy breakthrough today and through doing my morning workout which included abs today, I was able to notice some movement in the positive direction! I’ve been eating a plant based diet for 5 years, but started cutting back on processed food, salt, and sugar. This has made massive impacts on my mods and energy level! Thanks for your support, your videos inspire me!
@@irose. If you want others to give you understanding and acceptance, you have to show yourself that you believe you are worthy of it first. 🙂 Also, life is so much easier if you realize that perfection is a myth. On her podcast, Mel Robbins talks about her struggle with 75 hard - a practice of going 75 days without something you’re addicted to. In this she speaks about if we fall off the wagon one day, you don’t get down on yourself, you accept it and get back on the next day. And you don’t go back to day 1, you start where you left off. Because perfection is a myth. I love that concept and have seen the self-love and healing brought on by adopting this principle!
you’re reaching bottom of ADHD dysfunction due to dopamine depletion, and your brain was looking for sources of dopamine (such as food, hence the weight gain) in order to compensate for the lost dopamine it received from the stimulant, I’d say of the best natural replacements for dopamine it would be: love: spending time with loved ones, meditation, exercise, taking SUN our #1 energy source, doing something you once loved, stay away from negative thought-triggering things/people, all of these things are about self-care, people with ADHD just need more self-care than neurotypicas to reach mentally stable levels, sucks to say, but I do know that once we feel good, we feel better than neurotypicals feel because of our augmented range of emotions.
Adderall drove me crazy and caused social issues. I had super severe ADHD and the change the adderall did was made it where I went from losing 40 things a day to losing nothing at all, but the other effects were beyond what I wanted to bare. Vyvanse made me live the life that I had wanted to live and never could because of the crippling effect of the ADHD in my life, but with neglect-able side effects . Every one is different and not everyone has ADHD as severe .
I'm on Vyvanse. I'm cold turkeying it. It causes me anxiety. I'm fatigued. Restless leg. It takes times but you got out of it. Thanks for the video, I'd love your advice :)
Oh god I can relate with a lot. Haven’t committed to coming off of adderall, I want to though. I’ve just recently started experiencing psychotic symptoms while on adderall and it’s so confusing and scary. It started subtle where i was experiencing some hallucinations but I wasn’t worried since I thought I was still in touch with reality. Well that didn’t last long, my bf and I started fighting about something and it must have really stressed me out because I somehow got the idea that he wanted to/ was going to kill me. It was so terrifying for both of us. Now I’m just so terrified I might fly into psychosis and hurt someone because I believe they’re “after me”. Also, I saw on a diff video that your dad died. My dad also died recently. I really like that you’re talking about it. I’m tired of watching all the popular movies and shows where the main characters mom/dad is dead to give their characters a tragic anime back story 🙄
@@MsPopo81 It’s sweet of you to ask, I really wasn’t expecting to get a reply from a comment I wrote so long ago, but it was a pleasant surprise. I’ve cut adderall completely out of my life now, and my mental health issues have gotten to a point where I’m able to live a functional life which is really cool. I wasn’t able to live a functioning life when I was doing adderall, it was making my depression so much worse I do Xanax and a less well known, and legal drug (in Florida) daily still and also take medication for mental health issues including ketamine infusions. So I’m still not recovered. I’m just able to function I’ve also been doing therapy on and off and have a friend group also struggling with mental health and we support each other I’m back at university and more content than I’ve been in a long time. I’m in a toxic relationship and I know I still have a lot to work on but I have hope I plan on continuing to work at reaching my goals. Do you have trouble with drugs or mental health?
Hiya, just checking in to see how you're doing? I'm nowhere near ready to withdraw from meds yet. I actually take Medikinet which is a methylphenidate, so they may be similar. Withdrawal and starting medication affects each if us in so many different ways! I'm very happy if you want to share. Take care
@@jamestrentham8576 Oh wow hi!!! I did not expect another reply to this comment lol! I have both good and bad news. The good news is I feel more empowered and less depressed than I have in a long time (sometimes I never thought I would feel happy again). The bad news is I still don’t have the right medication regimen and my life is still a bit chaotic but I’ve recently been making a lot of healthy changes. This included getting out of a toxic relationship and going back to school for psychology. I also just completed a psychological evaluation yesterday and will receive the results in approximately 1 month. I will try to update this comment at that time so I can give more information. I want to recommend that other people who are not getting the treatment they need (and don’t know what treatment they need) go get a psych evaluation, because it’s objective and thorough. From my POV it seems as though a lot of psychiatrists will prescribe things without even knowing what’s fully going on with a person so be careful. An actual evaluation is very expensive and very long though.
To all those reading the comment section... It's important to be cautious about quitting Adderall cold turkey, as this can have serious consequences for your health and well-being. While some people may think that quitting abruptly is the best way to overcome dependence on the drug, the reality is that this approach can lead to horrific withdrawal symptoms. Please don't do it cold turkey. Seek out the help of a professional who can guide you through the tapering process.
@@happyvalley6990 a professional can help you taper off the drug! I had been on 10mg XR for one year and I didn't know any better and tried to quit cold turkey. It sent me into a psychotic episode and horrible withdrawal symptoms so I started taking it again and decided to see my doctor. He then put me on 5mg XR for 3 weeks, at 3 weeks I am supposed to begin skipping every other day, and 3 weeks after that I am supposed to skip every 3 days. This is an example of a tapering schedule. Good luck to you love.
Coming off Adderrall you have to be on a Anti Depressant, that what the Doctors dont tell you when you've bee Prescribed a Stimulant, the Mental Health Risks can differentiate, depending on the Family History of Depression. Recovery time and Anti Depression should be Combined.
Agreed. We did not know this. My precious 15 year old stopped her meds cold Turkey (we didn’t know) and she died by suicide. These meds should be tapered off slowly and combined with an antidepressant. Your body is in shock when cutting these meds cold turkey. It cost my baby her life.
im at the phase right now of not wanting to leave bed watching youtube, which is what brought me to this video. this is horrible like in my head i want to get up and do things but cant bring myself to do them
Hang in there. I'm currently on day 5 of cold turkey, and I started taking cbd gummies. The first 3 days were brutal, but it all changed when I woke up feeling a lot better yesterday. And even better today. I really believe that the cbd gummies is helping to speed up the process considerably. This may be something to look into. Keep in mind, I'm not a doctor or a health care specialist. I'm just sharing what's been working for me personally. Good luck 💪
I quit 2 months ago, and im considering getting back on it. I got things to do, a fam to take care of. Ive fallen behind on everything. im going to take it more cautiously though
Been off Adderall for 4 years and i never returned to my old self. The withdrawal never ended. Went back on it and was happy and back to myself within 20mins of taking the pill. Never getting off it again. I’d rather be called a speed freak my whole life than to live the only life I have depressed getting nothing done. So fuck it. Do what’s best for you.
We have to have a soul tie or something ❤️I have had bulimia too , getting off addwasn’t hard at all really physically (so far ) but the mental stuff , it’s scary . The ocd thoughts ,dysmorhic disorder and more you and I have in common . I just want to be healthy girl the meds have helped my adhd and the eating disorders but it was temporary
Adderall definitely messes with the mind. I hope you are doing well in your recovery & I am so happy that you found this channel. It so nice to know that we are not alone ❤️
Thank you for sharing this. I’m currently experiencing symptoms the next day if I haven’t taken any and my main symptom is getting so nervous around people which I never was before I started 2 months ago. It’s as if my brain rattles and I feel my head shaking it’s like an awkward / nervous feeling and it affects my speech for that moment because I feel like I can’t get my words out. I got scared that maybe something is permanently wrong with me. Thank you so much. I am going to quit
It really messes with the mind. I remember it was great at first but then it just got to be a viscous negative cycle. I am happy to hear that you plan on quitting! 👏
@@irose. awe, you’re so beautiful! Mediumship I guess is the best description 😊. You have an amazing gift and I feel part of the arc is the restoration and embrace in a return to your talent throughout your journey and it will be so beautiful and met with much embrace, beauty, power and success. 🙏🏼💖🌟
Thanks for being honest, some people are like "i just quit and it was easy, no symptoms and loved life immediately with extra energy" ... Liars Honestly in my mind its scary cuz Adderall helps me ALOT with not being messy, being on time, not loop in endlessly idiotic stuff i do when im off meds, but i need to quit at least for a while (i do stupid stuff without meds, crash car Windows, bath in fountains, play videogames for 24 hours) Its hard coming to terms with stopping and being a idiot again
It was not easy! But worth it for me. I have a life now that I never would have been able to have if still on Adderall. Sending good vibes! I believe in you !
I have taken Adderall and Ritalin for over over 10 years and I take at least 100 or so mg a day but it’s at the point where my heart is constantly at a rapped pace and I have no energy I still eat a lot , I feel like shit every day it effects me so bad I become recluse my husband is tired of my low don’t want to do anything attitude no sex drive and it causes me horrific migraines now daily that I know it’s high blood pressure . I am 37 years old and scared of gaining weight and I can’t afford to be tired or sick as I own my own cleaning business and have many animals and a child who is disabled to care for . How can I stop this safely with no side affects , no weight gain, be happy not sleeping etc. I need help it I think this is going to kill me honestly much sooner then later
There’s going to be side effects no matter what unfortunately. For me I decreased by 20% each month then got so sick of the issues it was causing went cold Turkey. Best thing you can do when getting off it is diet, working out, supplements and a natural brain supplement like alpha brain. I’ve tried quitting multiple times on my own but 7 days ago I had enough with all the problems it’s caused had my doctor unsubscribe me and told my wife and family about how much it affected my life and they never knew besides my wife and that helps a lot. Keeps me accountable and they can understand the situation. I been praying to Jesus and that’s helped the most with reading the Bible. I’ll pray for you!
I’ve been taking adderall from 15 until I was like 26 with a few years without in between but been sober from them for about 2 years the hardest part for me is that I miss having the energy to do the things I enjoy and without it I find myself to lazy to do anything anymore which makes me miss it a lot
I have been prescribed adderral for over 15 years. Recently the shortage left me buying on the black market in order to have my regular dose it was horrible. Then I decided to try Vyvanse. It was not the same euphoric feeling at all but it kept me from feeling glued to my bed and kept me from loosing my job. Now I’m on month 3 of Vyvanse and it honestly has helped me get through the horrible adderral withdrawal symptoms. I want to eventually quit Vyvanse as well. But hope this helps someone
I was prescribed adderall on and off for 10 years the day after i dont take it i have extreme fatigue and tiredness.. And my Energy levels are so down its crazy. I notice some small body jerking movements and slow thinking the following day - 3 days after. I usually try to wean off now if im giving my body a break. I have severe adhd thats gotten me into some trouble over the years. So.it helps a lot..but i hate when i go to give my body a break and have the withdrawl symptoms.. Even sweatimg
I've gone through withdrawal every time I quit and ended up back on day 3. I got so disgusted I weaned off without telling anyone. Still went through the worst depression and suicidal thinking and felt like I wanted to throw up. I didn't expect it. I ended up increasing cymbalta. Now I'm going to have to go through that withdrawal whick is a different kinds of hell.
I've been prescribed adderall since 2010 and I really want to quit taking them. The times I've tried I pretty much couldn't get myself out of bed to do anything, thoughts of worthlessness and everything in life was terrible. I guess depression. I'm thinking of coming off cold Turkey for good. I just dont know how long whatever symptoms I'm going to go through will last. I hope not too long. Thank you for you video, very helpful!
Nice job! Post-acute withdrawal symptoms can last anywhere from 6 months to two years. For me, some of my symptoms lasted at least two years. They definitely will improve with time ☺️
Keep in mind that I've been taking this dang medicine for almost my entire life. I've been on it for 20 years. And I finally stopped. a few months ago. And I got to say I can really feel the effects.
My one and only withdrawal effect is sleepiness. It is insane. I literally just want to sleep forever. Nothing is more important than sleep. Sleep itself feels like a drug. Ironically I don’t ever fall into sleep. I just lay there for hours with my eyes closed.. fully aware of every breath. But putting in effort to do anything more than that is agonizing. Even just sitting up is a chore. Ironically no sadness or depression. While on the drug, my blood pressure remains low, sbp 90’s, however my heart rate is always atleast 90bpm.
Currently in day 3 or 4 of withdrawals. The cramps and brain pain (not a proper term but I don’t know what else to call it) is awful. I’m not necessarily addicted in the abuse sense but I am severely adhd and dependent on it for daily function... (ie not driving off of road due to distractibility, not making a fool of myself during presentations, etc.) I’ve been on it for around 2 years and due to insurance quips and a pharmacy issue, I’m currently running without it for a while and man what can I do to lessen the overall awfulness?
I'm currently going from 5days to 2 days on a week and have been off for awhile just to reset my tolerance, fortunately the only withdrawals symptoms I've had are being hungry and also more tired
I can't stop eating I hate everything it made me emotionally balanced and not take things personally but sometimes I struggled with being creative because that's I focused or tuned out was drawing
You have to see how much I’ve journaled, I’m sure you can image … writing at the speed of light 😊 And therapy every 2 weeks. Oh and I’m an alcoholic so lots of meetings!
been on and off since 2009. week one not on it rn. the recent shortage kinda forced me to get off but then i was put on focalin... it was equally bad.. really hoping all the negative thoughts subside soon.
I tried Adderall 1 time last week . It was my very first time. I was prescribed Adderall XR 20 mg. I was ok for a bit but later on I was so messed up. I couldn’t sleep at all that night. I just stayed up. I tried so hard to sleep with no luck. The next day I felt like CRAP! I had a headache, I felt nauseous, and I felt weak and dehydrated. It felt like a horrible hang over. I ended up not sleeping for 38 1/2 hours. I will NEVER take this med again. I’m not sure what happened but I will not turn to that med again. If anyone has a clue why it did that to me please let me know.
Hey! 20mg to start is a lot I think. Everything you experienced is completely normal for Adderall. It’s very similar to m e t h, unfortunately. Glad that you are staying away!!
@@irose. oh my gosh!! I was never told this.. I’m so glad I dodged the Adderall bullet.. I’m looking into non-stimulant medication now. Thank you so much for the reply! Hope you are well!
I'm currently withdrawaling i can't do Adderall anymore every month I try to do it right but I always ruin it I'm on like day 3 of no Adderall and I'm so so so so tired it's so hard because I have work and other necessary responsibilities I find myself getting so frustrated and I'm worried about myself I don't want to hurt myself I shattered my phone today because I threw it on the ground. I hate myself right now for getting so frustrated with everything. I get so tired all throughout the day it's miserable on top of this I quit nicotine about a month ago which still affects me
@@landonstorey9423 I'm so much better and I'm happy. Nicotine and Adderall free. Those drugs are ball and chains. You can attain good feelings naturally. So much natural energy.
Withdrawal from Adderall what’s the worst thing I’ve ever gone through and the best when I started on a roll I have no clue what it was I took the pill went to work did my thing and started getting a little bit more I had a little bit more didn’t understand what was happening and within two years I was completely jacked on it to the point that I had to get locked up and went cold turkey and I thought I was dying as I withdrew from it the best experience and the best memory to learn a lesson about what not to do with an addictive drug
The sleep is harsh. First week or two I just want to sleep 24/7 and the hunger. I’m eating and sleeping. I want to quit so bad I’m sick of living month to month (the appointments)
It sucks when you become reliant on it. I feel like I have to take it to be productive in work/school. Whenever I don’t, I am so tired and spend most of the day in bed because my head is so foggy. Did you get more energy over time? It’s just weird not being on it. I’ve taken it for many years but had to stop now because I can’t sleep more than two hours a night without waking up.
Hey Corey! So when you stop taking it, you are actually going through withdrawals, which is why you feel completely not yourself. If you were to detox from the Rx, then you would eventually start to feel much better. Withdrawals can last a few weeks-months. Make sure to reach out to your doctor if you stop taking it. 😊
I’ve been on adderral daily for 7 years. Since I’ve stopped for a month I look in the mirror and just look like death, like my eyes look different the bags under my eyes. Then whenever I take it I look in the mirror and look more “normal”.
Can you pleaseee HELP me figure out how long do those withdrawal symptoms last after quitting cold turkey? 3,6,9, or 12 months? Also, which months are harder than the others? Please, and thank you!
Hey Iby! I think they are definitely the worst within the first 3 months. It also depends what symptoms you are experiencing, as some can definitely tend to last longer. Wishing you the best during your healing!
same. It's been a year now, I'm still not well. How has it been for you? It's interesting to find someone with the same exact experience. 7 days of 18mg, and 38mg on day 8. Then never again. My balls and penis shrank and went numb and I've had sexual dysfunction ever since. Felt no emotions, not even physical goosebumps for four months. I still can't really get angry and fend for myself, which has made the effort to get medical help very hard. Had muscle tension, headaches, cognitive issues, vision issues. Nervous system issues, especially currently. Like muscle twitches/seizures around my head and face when I try to think or feel stuff. The psychiatrists don't know anything (or don't want to know at least), they didn't care. I'm sure I'm even forgetting things. How has it been for you?
I am a bit off put by the use of the word addiction. I am on a prescription. It is called therapeutic dependency. You were not "an addict", in the normal sense of the word.
Well she said she abused it. I read in a comment she was going thru her monthly prescription (I think 30mg 3x a day) in a matter of days so I’d considered that more than a therapeutic dependency ?
@@mindyann8903 hey! I have not shared on my channel how much I have used and do not plan to. I don’t feel comfortable and don’t want to glorify it in any sense. But yes, I definitely abused it! 😅
Hey there 👋 I have a history of addiction and addict feels like the right term for what I went through. I definitely understand and respect that that does not fit everyone’s experience. Thank you for sharing!
I unintentionally and unknowingly lost 10 lbs, and I realized it was the Adderall I immediately stopped taking it, and it's been roughly 2 weeks I think, and it took a couple of...rough days for me to realize I was having withdrawals/my normally dysfunctional brain was taking over. I apologized to the family in advance 🤣 it wasn't worth accidently starving to death, plus I felt super shitty anyways. I'm just hoping my Dr has something relatively safe up her sleeve, I've already tried Ritalin and that didn't work for me.
I was so scared of that too! Withdrawal was tough, but the energy I have now is unmatched and I’m more present. You will definitely be able to function!
When I decided to quit I pray, God will give me the energy, focus and love. Yes you can, Ask God with all your energy and you will feel this organic energy source cover your body
In my opinion, the side effects are not worth taking it, but it can work for some people. If you start to notice you’re becoming dependent on it, I would recommend talking to your doctor. For me, it was great in the beginning but it quickly turned ugly and I do regret taking it. It was so addictive!
I have pretty bad adhd and have been on adderall since I was 7. I’ve never abused it and never do recreational drugs, but when I havent taken my medication, I feel these exact symptoms. Its very shameful for me knowing my body is reliant, but with a job and responsibilities, I don’t have the time to wean off them
I am sorry that you are in a difficult position. Definitely talk to your doctor about what you are experiencing, and your thoughts about the matter as well. Hopefully they can help you find a better alternative 🙂
Were you addicted after being diagnosed from a doctor? I am about to get an evaluation for Adult ADHD and I feel like I want to try the medication route. I mean I know it’s not a fix all solution. But I feel like it would help me get over that lack of push and motivation to do the things I want to do. I suffer from a lot of ADHD symptoms but never been tested and it has been a bug headache in my life. But I’m doing my research on medication before I go that route.
It started recreationally for me and then was diagnosed by a doctor. I do have ADHD, but taking medication for it is not worth it for me. I’ve just accepted how I am. And I love it! Good luck to you. Keep us posted 😊
Taking medication responsibly under the advice and prescription of a doctor is a completely safe and sometimes necessary route. As long as you aren't an idiot about it, there is nothing to worry about. You are not an addict. ADHD is different for everyone, for me it's debilitating. I was diagnosed at 28. I knew something was wrong with me long before I even knew what ADHD was. It was never even on my radar. It's not always about "just accepting yourself for who you are". That's a load of bullshit. Try telling someone with diabetes to stop taking insulin and just accept themselves, or someone with severe depression to just stop taking antidepressants and accept themselves or 'be positive'. Sounds ridiculous, right? ADHD is the same. Some people have very mild symptoms, congrats to them. Most of us need a combination of meds and therapy. People using ADHD meds recreationally infuriate me because it's their fault that there is so much stigma and that people who ACTUALLY need it, have a lot of trouble getting prescriptions.
@@KassieJane 👏preach! I'm two weeks out and my brain feels like mush, and I know it's withdrawal (adhd and more👐!), but it makes me feel so...powerless, and I hate that.
@@KassieJane people said the same thing about oxycontin and they still do face the facts it's an amphetamine you're lying to yourself if you think it's medication
Detoxing now, weaning myself off. Each day I realize how much better I can do life without this drug. Question: I have headaches almost daily. Some are pretty bad. Is this another detox symptom??
@@daannielism I was beginning to think I had anger management issues but since starting the detox, I’m a lot calmer and I don’t get frustrated easily. I am handling every day drama much better!
Congrats on weaning yourself off👏 I think it is very natural to have headaches after. That was not a symptom of mine, but it makes sense. Try hydrating with alkaline water
Adderall made my hair thinner, skin more wrinkled, got thin and weak, felt disconnected to friends and family, long never ending to do list, overthinking EVERYTHING!
did it get better?
@@othman8218 its a bot
Did u gain weight?
Yeah I feel more "human" since I quit cold turkey. The first 3 days were brutal. I was sleeping all day, couldn't get out of bed. But by day 4 I woke up feeling "alive" again. It's hard to describe. It's like I've awaken from a brain fog and now everything seems so much clearer. It's only been 5 days and I already feel 100 times better. I started taking cbd gummies and I think this is helping to speed up the recovery process.
@handsomeX im 9 month off from quitting cold turkey. Still dont feel alive. Im so depressed...how long did you use the drug for before you cold turkey. I used concerta not adderall
In my second week quitting adderall cold turkey. Here are my symptoms
-Depression/ suicide thoughts
-zero motivation to do anything that I want to do
- I feel the need nap or sleep after any task even though I don’t want to sleep that’s all my body wants to do.
However,
- I have zero anxiety now
Congrats on quitting Adderall!!! 🙌🥰👏 that’s a huge accomplishment. I totally felt the same as you and it does get better as your body recovers.
I am sorry your experiencing suicidal thoughts. As you stay sober, your mind will clear up and you’ll feel the energy to live. I’m proud of you!
Knowing what the detox symptoms are will help you overcome them until you are past the detox. I wish I could push all the detox symptoms off on all the doctors that prescribed this crap like candy!!
look into a spiritual or hollistic counselor. someone who tells you.. your fine as you are. we dont need all these drugs to do well in life. i used it for 11+ years and was institutionalized twice after having anxiety attacks and withdrawal symptoms. i finally am attending na meetings and going to counseling to understand the reasons behind my anxiety.
How did you do it? I’ve been adderall for over a year and I cannot stop taking it …. 😢
What dosage did you quit from? This makes a big difference…
My first week of quitting adderall: intense extreme fatigue. Sleeping 10+ hours with a 1-2 hour nap in the middle of the day. Migraines, depression, and crying outburst. Anxiety and panic attacks. However after praying and relying on God on day 7 of adderall withdrawal my mood went up, I felt happy and extremely content regardless of my circumstances. Felt like I could focus better without the adderall because I was having restful sleep, and had interests in my passions again. I also cut out caffeine at the same time because my mind was over stimulated all the time. I would take my adderall and drink coffee because I still felt "tired." Also my psychiatrist told me its okay to drink coffee, even thought its another stimulant........
Long story short. Trust your gut. God created you to in his image. Beautifully and wonderfully made. He gave you a unique brain, own it and like rose said- self acceptance is the key to managing daily struggles of adhd. Remember ADHD is not apart of your identity. Everyone has weaknesses and mine have to do with the symptoms categorized under ADHD. I may struggle with ADHD but ADHD is not me.
WELL SAID! i found god as well and its saved me! when i feel anxiety i go on walks or drives.. or read the bible
This really resonated with me. I’m quitting caffeine, vaping and adderall starting tomorrow. Wish me luck!
Totally screenshotting this wonderfully helpful comment to refer back to for encouragement.I am quitting and want to be prepared.Already empowered from the info! Thank you!♥️
How are you now? I’m looking for help
@@Jake-0311 hope it works out I’m going through it now
Just quit today. My head is really hurting but I know that this isn’t permanent. I have those same intrusive/ OCD thoughts so I’m looking forward to those lessening. This was really helpful, thank you for sharing ❤️
Congrats on quitting!! Sending good vibes :)
Did u stick witit?
Hank in there-I’ve been off it for over a year now, and there is light at the end of the tunnel. It’s always darkest before the dawn.
@@johntezon1803still off it?
I abused adderall, it ruined all of my friendships, relationships, caused me to become disconnected from reality, and once I quit, I went through the most insane psychotic episode possibly imaginable. It completely changed my personality. The worst part is, once I finally quit, I eventually felt like my old self again, but realized I had been a completely different person for the past 5 years. This sent me into shock and I almost ended it all. Adderall completely ruined my life. My question is, while you were on adderall, what did you do with your time?
I totally relate to your story. Glad you were able to quit 👏👏👏
I kinda go into what I did during my recent video.
Thanks for being a part of this community 😊
I’m going through that right now. Made me a horrible person when I was on it, then went I went off of it (3 weeks ago) it sent me into the biggest psychotic episode of my life. I’m still in my “episode” going on week three. I feel like I’m going literally insane. I feel like I’ve lost my sanity and ruined my life.
@@taylorm1690 Taylor, I was in my psychotic episode for nearly 8 months and during that time I did a lot of damage to my life. I ended up in a rehabilitation center which helped me a lot and probably saved my life. I'm a 25 year old male from NY, NY. Talking with people who have gone through similar experiences really helped me. If you ever want to talk I will make myself available.
Maybe u weren't supposed to be on it if u don't have ADHD u shouldn't be taking them at all bc things like this can happen
@@taylorm1690 You can do this AND NEVER LET A DOCTOR GIVE YOU MEDICATION AGAIN
I’m an artist and found it helped me paint for longer and take more creative chances than I normally would have. I loved the false confidence and resilience I felt. It helped me bury painful experiences, but not resolve them. After taking it for many years, it has become my identity. It dictates my moods, which slightly change each month and refill. (Not sure if anyone else has had that experience). Looking into recovery has felt isolating because I never told my friends out of shame. I’m trying to find the courage to quit and make peace with who I am.
Outside of TH-cam, have you been able to find a community to help/support?
Thank you for this video, and hope your recovery is going well 🤍
Thank you for sharing this Alice! Recovery is an amazing thing but it can definitely be isolating. A goal of mine is to work to create a community for those in recovery. I hope things are going well with you and wish you the best! I hope to make new content soon 💕
There's always recovery believe me when you get into recovery there'll be a ton of people whoever that was strung out on adderall Ritalin
Hey how are you I have been going thru the same thing reach out ??
@@irose.Yes a support group is so needed. Even if its facbook. Id log back on for that group. So far I use NA...
The episodes of paranoia and anxiety I feel are really scary and felt like I was alone and it will last forever but hearing other people had these problems has helped me immensely when they appear along with breathing and meditation. Also exercise has been helping me get my dopamine and norepinephrine chemicals through the day reducing the frequency and intensity of these episodes
I am so glad you are here! Yeah the paranoia and anxiety is such a daily struggle. Thank heavens for mediation! Exercise can be hit or miss for me - sometimes it triggers an anxiety attack. Keep up the good work, Doc 😊
Great video. Another benefit is the exhaustion and constant sleep is your body healing itself from the abuse.
Yes girl totally. I’m coming off it again, my body always hurts terribly, always tired. You’re so right about the not wanting to do anything and just watch TH-cam videos lol
Sending good vibes during your recovery ✨✨✨
im currently going through withdrawl on accident and i am so glad im not alone in how i feel with this experience
WOW, Spot on with everything you went through. I have been on Adderall for over 40 years of my 60 years on earth. When covid hit and I was laid off, I quit cold turkey. It's been about 6 months and I am going through the blaws. I have money, but desire to do nothing like you mentioned but watch movies and TH-cam videos. I have to force...and I mean force myself to do anything. A nice day I should be riding my motorcycle, or fishing, flying my drone or something. I started taking vitamins and supplements with the newest being NAC. I feel as if I am climbing out of the rabbit hole, but am getting better. Thanks for the video as I can see I am not alone. Oh, I have to say, the coffee thing. I could not start my day without coffee and now, I just don't desire it any more.
Congrats on quitting👏👏👏👏👏 that’s a huge feat! It does take time to slowly get back into things but as they do, it’s a wonderful feeling! I make sure to always take self care days now where I kinda do nothing 😊
You are definitely not alone!! How are you feeling today?
11+ years here. congrats and i went down the rabbit hole too but i found out a lot about myself in the process. god helped me climb back out a better man
It’s so helpful to listen to your video and read the comments.. like I’m not the only person who struggles with this.
So glad you don’t feel alone 🤍
Im struggling...9 months off adhd meds. Still dead to the world. And I refuse any new meds. Dr suggestions of course
Omg Im living in my bed, I quit cold turkey and I never want to touch adderall ever again. I have tremors and yesterday I vomitted. I started to worry, I feel so reassured now watching people talking about it. I know I’m not alone. Thank you. Its been a few weeks, I take potassium and magnesium supplement to help. I eat more than I used to so I did gain a few pounds… but its all right. Went from 130 to 145. Not that bad. What sucks at the moment is the lack of motivation to exercise and the tremors. I can manage the negative thoughts. I hope my shared experience will help someone. Also! Most important part is to drink water. I have a 2L bottle and try to drink the whole thing everyday.
I quit about 3 months ago!! The first 6 weeks were literally the worst six weeks of my life. I had very similar symptoms
Congrats!! I am so happy to hear that, that’s a huge milestone. Keep it up!
Congratulations….how did you do it? I feel so helpless and it’s so hard.
Thank you SO much for being so open about your addiction and for making this video. I needed this info SO bad right now in this moment. It’s always so crazy when you hear someone else tell your same story. ❤
I am so happy you found this video and can relate! It’s so tough and not talked about enough about enough. ❤️
i HAVE TAKEN ADDERAL FOR THIRTY YEARS. i AM ON DAY THREE WITHOUT IT, BECAUSE i OVERTOOK IT. IT FEELS LIKE THE NERVES IN MY BRAIN ARE REACHING OUT FOR SOMETHING THAT IS NOT THERE. I AM SO TIRED.
Wow, Susan - that’s great to hear that you are off! I’m sure the effects must be harsh. Hope you are able to get lots of rest. 🙌
@@irose.I wonder if she was able to stay off?
Quitting rn for the second time but this time I’m kinda worried because when I picked them up 2 months ago I’ve just been on a complete bender since then basically taking crazy doses sometimes within a 24 hour span and staying up a way too long too often. But I’m on day 2 and it really hasn’t been horrible basically what you described. The first time I got on them I was pretty good about it just kept It to like one or 2 pills a day max and wouldn’t pull close to as many all nighters and went periods without them unlike these last 2 months. The reason I got back on adderall was to “get back wasted time” in a sense from a previous addiction which I can say no withdrawals will come close so that’s always a plus. Anyways great video! Love the positive energy and what you’re doing keep it up
I wish you the best in your recovery!!
I recently restarted adderall after 10 months off. While off I gained a bunch of weight and my career/income took a dive. I’m back on adderall now and i realize I make much healthier choices when I am on this medication.
Loll same I don’t abuse it I am so thankful I can focus with no intrusive thoughts. I’ve never abused drugs tho …I take like half my prescribed dose even on busy days. I don’t have any desire to get jacked up on my adderall … it causes headaches in my opinion.. I don’t see how ppl do it.
You need to stop justifying that you're on some sort of medication for ADHD and just come to the fact IT'S AN AMPHETAMINE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN ADDICTED TO THEM FOR THE LAST HUNDRED YEARS JUST DIFFERENT NAMES THAN ADDERALL AND RITALIN. ON THE STREETS THEY CALL IT COCAINE LIGHT
@@I2oyali31ue you also need to stop lying to yourself cuz that's what you're doing face the fact you're a speed junkie and go through the fire to get to the other side
@@sugarman08 have you tried not being objectively wrong and insulting people as a result? Just a friendly suggestion
@@redbepis4600 be nice about what its speed GOVERNMENT MADE METHAMPHETAMINE
Thanks for your video. I quit Adderall 4 months ago and I’m STILL having issues. Not wanting to do anything. Depression. Etc. hopefully it gets better soon
Sending good vibes your way ✨ Congrats on quitting!!
Hey Buterfly Life, You have to start taking Anti Depressants coming off Adderall like SSRI's Like Zoloft Because Adderall gives you a Boost of Dopamine, You have to Balance yourelf on Depresants for at least 30 Days, after you get off.
I had picked up exercise and healthy eating as a way to keep me focused and help with endorphins and natural stimulation and good feeling. It definitely helps.
Can i have an update?
I appreciate the video. I just really want to help someone I love. And everything you said was on point with what their doing. Much Love.
I didnt hear really bad things you may have gone through like sweats, shakes, nausea/vomiting, migraine/headache... Possible low blood pressure... this almost sounded easy. I am concerned that your lack of side effects may lead others to believe this is a cake walk.. or much easier than it probably is? Loved your candid nature just wish you included a bit more on what to expect. Thank you for all you help. So proud of you an what you have done. Worried about someone I met and care for. You have a blessed day. Hugsss...🌹
I was put on adderall as little kid in elementary school when it first came out and I took it for all of my developmental years into my mid twenties(25). And then I got off of my parents insurance and my life came crashing down. I took out adderall every day and never really thought anything of it. And then when I stopped taking it, it was like. Oh, my God, I'm done for I can't do anything. I don't want to do anything, I'm worthless. 0 motivation 0, 0 physical energy, 0 focus complete brain fog. It's like someone just took my Brain Out of my head and left me with only what I needed to stay breathing. And maintain a heartbeat. It took me about a decade for my brain to heal and get back to normal to the point where I actually had motivation to do things and actually have wants and desires again.... I don't even know how it's legal for doctors to prescribe that stuff to young people who are still developing. Because it's literally pharmaceutical grade meth.... People like to pretend like it's not but it's just pharmaceutical grade meth. And it's like steroids for your mind so if your so when you stop taking it, you won't be able to maintain and keep doing whatever it is your were doing on adderall I promise it will be nearly impossible unless what your doing doesn't require much mentally or physically.
Getting off of adderall was the best thing I ever did. It was hell on earth, but I finally made it through. And I am so glad I got off of that crap It was a long, 10 years of healing. I remember the first time I laughed at a TV show or movie in over a decade. I startled myself. And that's when I knew my brain was actually healing. And it was getting back to normal. Because I actually started laughing and stuff again and actually wanted things and to go places. Adderall completely fried my brain. Stay away from that crap. If you gotta take it to study for finals, no problem here and there, it's not a bad thing, but if you're taking it on a regular basis. You're a drug addict And you're gonna go through all the same stuff. Drug addicts go through when they try to get off their addiction drug. And it's doing all the same damage to your brain and shutting off. Narrow pathways that you're no longer using. Because the adderall's pretty much doing all the work for you. But then you'll realize how anemic your mind has become once you stop taking that stuff, and you actually have to function, you're gonna be 100 times worse than you were before. If you had a hard time focusing before at all, you will literally not even be able to focus on anything. If you start taking adderall and stop taking it, it will just be even worse. Adderall fixes nothing all. It ISIS abandoned and it covers up the problem. And the problem just festers and gets worse underneath. And the Admiral exasperates everything. Because it's just pharmaceutical grade meth.
You are reminding me how long it can take. Idk how you were able to wait 10 years? I know exactly what you're talking about. What did you do during your waiting years?
I have ADHD and am currently prescribed Adderall. I’ve been taking it for just over a year now and despite my addictive personality, I never abused my prescription, even didn’t take my meds during the weekends or holidays (because they usually don’t call for much attention) however, I am thinking of switching to a non stimulant adhd drug to see how that works. I hope I don’t experience too much withdrawal symptoms when I do make the switch.
And congratulations on staying sober! As an 8 year opiate addict (three years clean now) I applaud your hard work and effort to rid yourself of such a horrible substance.
Congrats on 3 years, that is incredible! I hope you find something that works for your ADHD. I know how tough it is.
If you come across any non-stimulant drug for someone having adhd, plz share them here.
@@alur2981 The one I know of is called Stattera or Atomoxetine. Of course, it may not be as effective for some people with adhd. So far it seems to be doing alright for me.
You going to have withdrawals you've taken it for a year and again I'm going to say it's an amphetamine in the 60s it was benzos it had a lot of different names so the last hundred years but again it's cocaine light
Update ?
I forgot to mention.. I take vitamins a, b, c, d and e as well as 200 mg of L theanine and eat protein and fruits and veggies. I find that when i take vitamins and nutrients my neurotransmitters feel like they repair themselves faster.. Lots of spring water and try to get at least 9 hours of sleep.at night. I always consume high dose of caffeine after adderall or i wont be able to function without severe brain fog and tiredness.. So.tired i.fall asleep sitting up at my desk. I dont abuse my script.. I.take.it as prescribed.. But its.potent medication that is very strong
I am on day three- cold turkey. 20mg twice a day for 15 years. Also I have quit alcohol for almost three weeks. I drank for three years straight and went from a size 6 to a 16. I have a lot of work to do on myself but I have the guts to do it. I am always afraid of going anywhere and I dont want to have friends. Those two ideas just drained me mentally and put me into a panic. So now I want to get back to myself before I took my first adderall. I want to love life again! I want to do things without worry of what might go wrong. Too I want to be around family and enjoy that relationship.
Congrats!! 🙌 You are taking control of you life back!
We are in this together! I understand how you feel/ felt. It’s an almost inescapable hole of torture. I am still tired all the time on month 3 but not exhausted before 10am anymore. I definitely don’t get as much accomplished as I used to on adderral every day, but I am slowly really understanding that the level I was functioning at was not normal and it’s ok to not do everything on your checklist every day, now I try to just hone in on 1-2 main big things I want to get done in addition to work each day and it’s been a working pretty well. Give yourself credit! You are taking control of your own life and happiness!!! Which means once you and all of us get ourselves in an ok state, we can finally start to help others…our families, friends, and new friends to become the people we really are deep down, and not just a super effective / non human version of ourselves on adderral.
@@Caroline-ik7nf Caroline, make sure you get a good workout in or cardio to get some natural stimulation. That helps with endorphins and getting natural adrenaline in small dosages.
Wow so much props. This saved my life. Thank you
So happy you are here!
I had an Rx for adderall for 11 years. I just recently was weening off and due to supply constraints was forced into quitting early. I’ve been exhausted beyond exhaustion and going to bed early. I’ve also noticed weight gain that I had previously worked off, so that’s a little frustrating, but I’m giving my body room to deal with the withdrawal. I’m also more hungry than before and I can’t get satiated when eating. I stopped trying to get full and just eat healthy portions, but it is super stressful to be disciplined!
Congrats on weening off! It’s very exhausting at first. The weight gain can be uncomfortable too, so I’ve found eating healthy and clean was so important for me. Happy healing!
@@irose. It turns out that giving myself room to heal and not beat myself up resulted in an energy breakthrough today and through doing my morning workout which included abs today, I was able to notice some movement in the positive direction! I’ve been eating a plant based diet for 5 years, but started cutting back on processed food, salt, and sugar. This has made massive impacts on my mods and energy level! Thanks for your support, your videos inspire me!
@@CallMeCoachWalker that’s amazing!! I’m really happy to hear that you are learning acceptance. That’s huge! 😊
@@irose. If you want others to give you understanding and acceptance, you have to show yourself that you believe you are worthy of it first. 🙂 Also, life is so much easier if you realize that perfection is a myth. On her podcast, Mel Robbins talks about her struggle with 75 hard - a practice of going 75 days without something you’re addicted to. In this she speaks about if we fall off the wagon one day, you don’t get down on yourself, you accept it and get back on the next day. And you don’t go back to day 1, you start where you left off. Because perfection is a myth. I love that concept and have seen the self-love and healing brought on by adopting this principle!
you’re reaching bottom of ADHD dysfunction due to dopamine depletion, and your brain was looking for sources of dopamine (such as food, hence the weight gain) in order to compensate for the lost dopamine it received from the stimulant, I’d say of the best natural replacements for dopamine it would be: love: spending time with loved ones, meditation, exercise, taking SUN our #1 energy source, doing something you once loved, stay away from negative thought-triggering things/people, all of these things are about self-care, people with ADHD just need more self-care than neurotypicas to reach mentally stable levels, sucks to say, but I do know that once we feel good, we feel better than neurotypicals feel because of our augmented range of emotions.
Love your story. So many similarities to myself... makes me feel not alone!
I am so glad you are here and you are definitely not alone 💙
You’re absolutely amazing! Love your videos
Thank you!! 🙌
@@irose. absolutely it takes a lot of courage and power to speak your truth and be so inspiring peace and blessings to you 🙏
Adderall drove me crazy and caused social issues. I had super severe ADHD and the change the adderall did was made it where I went from losing 40 things a day to losing nothing at all, but the other effects were beyond what I wanted to bare. Vyvanse made me live the life that I had wanted to live and never could because of the crippling effect of the ADHD in my life, but with neglect-able side effects . Every one is different and not everyone has ADHD as severe .
I'm on Vyvanse. I'm cold turkeying it. It causes me anxiety. I'm fatigued. Restless leg. It takes times but you got out of it. Thanks for the video, I'd love your advice :)
Oh god I can relate with a lot. Haven’t committed to coming off of adderall, I want to though. I’ve just recently started experiencing psychotic symptoms while on adderall and it’s so confusing and scary. It started subtle where i was experiencing some hallucinations but I wasn’t worried since I thought I was still in touch with reality. Well that didn’t last long, my bf and I started fighting about something and it must have really stressed me out because I somehow got the idea that he wanted to/ was going to kill me. It was so terrifying for both of us.
Now I’m just so terrified I might fly into psychosis and hurt someone because I believe they’re “after me”. Also, I saw on a diff video that your dad died. My dad also died recently. I really like that you’re talking about it. I’m tired of watching all the popular movies and shows where the main characters mom/dad is dead to give their characters a tragic anime back story 🙄
I can relate to how you were feeling. It gets too scary being on it. I am so sorry to hear about your father. Sending good vibes ✨
@@MsPopo81 It’s sweet of you to ask, I really wasn’t expecting to get a reply from a comment I wrote so long ago, but it was a pleasant surprise.
I’ve cut adderall completely out of my life now, and my mental health issues have gotten to a point where I’m able to live a functional life which is really cool. I wasn’t able to live a functioning life when I was doing adderall, it was making my depression so much worse
I do Xanax and a less well known, and legal drug (in Florida) daily still and also take medication for mental health issues including ketamine infusions. So I’m still not recovered. I’m just able to function
I’ve also been doing therapy on and off and have a friend group also struggling with mental health and we support each other
I’m back at university and more content than I’ve been in a long time.
I’m in a toxic relationship and I know I still have a lot to work on but I have hope
I plan on continuing to work at reaching my goals.
Do you have trouble with drugs or mental health?
Hiya, just checking in to see how you're doing? I'm nowhere near ready to withdraw from meds yet. I actually take Medikinet which is a methylphenidate, so they may be similar. Withdrawal and starting medication affects each if us in so many different ways! I'm very happy if you want to share. Take care
@@jamestrentham8576 Oh wow hi!!! I did not expect another reply to this comment lol!
I have both good and bad news. The good news is I feel more empowered and less depressed than I have in a long time (sometimes I never thought I would feel happy again).
The bad news is I still don’t have the right medication regimen and my life is still a bit chaotic but I’ve recently been making a lot of healthy changes. This included getting out of a toxic relationship and going back to school for psychology. I also just completed a psychological evaluation yesterday and will receive the results in approximately 1 month. I will try to update this comment at that time so I can give more information.
I want to recommend that other people who are not getting the treatment they need (and don’t know what treatment they need) go get a psych evaluation, because it’s objective and thorough.
From my POV it seems as though a lot of psychiatrists will prescribe things without even knowing what’s fully going on with a person so be careful.
An actual evaluation is very expensive and very long though.
To all those reading the comment section... It's important to be cautious about quitting Adderall cold turkey, as this can have serious consequences for your health and well-being. While some people may think that quitting abruptly is the best way to overcome dependence on the drug, the reality is that this approach can lead to horrific withdrawal symptoms. Please don't do it cold turkey. Seek out the help of a professional who can guide you through the tapering process.
how ? i cant find any info or sources, ive been taking 20 mg for 2 months. any opinion ? please. mahalo from Hawaii.
@@happyvalley6990 a professional can help you taper off the drug! I had been on 10mg XR for one year and I didn't know any better and tried to quit cold turkey. It sent me into a psychotic episode and horrible withdrawal symptoms so I started taking it again and decided to see my doctor. He then put me on 5mg XR for 3 weeks, at 3 weeks I am supposed to begin skipping every other day, and 3 weeks after that I am supposed to skip every 3 days. This is an example of a tapering schedule. Good luck to you love.
thats whom got me on this crap. does xanax or valium help ?
Coming off Adderrall you have to be on a Anti Depressant, that what the Doctors dont tell you when you've bee Prescribed a Stimulant, the Mental Health Risks can differentiate, depending on the Family History of Depression. Recovery time and Anti Depression should be Combined.
Agreed. We did not know this. My precious 15 year old stopped her meds cold Turkey (we didn’t know) and she died by suicide. These meds should be tapered off slowly and combined with an antidepressant. Your body is in shock when cutting these meds cold turkey. It cost my baby her life.
im at the phase right now of not wanting to leave bed watching youtube, which is what brought me to this video.
this is horrible like in my head i want to get up and do things but cant bring myself to do them
your body gets to heal now :-) Don't be too hard on yourself, as you recover. Sending good vibes!
Three days in and I'm in absolute hell, it's been like a bad trip, waves and waves of fear and doom...really hoping this isn't forever.
It definitely gets better!! Amazing, even!! Sending healing energy ✨✨✨
Hang in there. I'm currently on day 5 of cold turkey, and I started taking cbd gummies. The first 3 days were brutal, but it all changed when I woke up feeling a lot better yesterday. And even better today. I really believe that the cbd gummies is helping to speed up the process considerably. This may be something to look into. Keep in mind, I'm not a doctor or a health care specialist. I'm just sharing what's been working for me personally. Good luck 💪
I quit 2 months ago, and im considering getting back on it. I got things to do, a fam to take care of. Ive fallen behind on everything. im going to take it more cautiously though
Yes, please be safe if you choose to go back on.
you dont need it. your created in gods image and created perfect as you are. theres nothing wrong with you
You need to face up to it go through the fire and realize that a doctor 💊 GOT YOU ADDICTED TO AMPHETAMINE OR IT'S STREET NAME COCAINE LIGHT
It is bad for your health. I wouldn't risk premature death
Been off Adderall for 4 years and i never returned to my old self. The withdrawal never ended. Went back on it and was happy and back to myself within 20mins of taking the pill. Never getting off it again. I’d rather be called a speed freak my whole life than to live the only life I have depressed getting nothing done. So fuck it. Do what’s best for you.
We have to have a soul tie or something ❤️I have had bulimia too , getting off addwasn’t hard at all really physically (so far ) but the mental stuff , it’s scary . The ocd thoughts ,dysmorhic disorder and more you and I have in common . I just want to be healthy girl the meds have helped my adhd and the eating disorders but it was temporary
Adderall definitely messes with the mind. I hope you are doing well in your recovery & I am so happy that you found this channel. It so nice to know that we are not alone ❤️
Hey Rose! Thank you for this video.
Thanks for the support, Hayden! 🙏
Thanks for sharing !
Hope u r doing well
Things are good! Hope you are well :-)
Thank you for sharing this. I’m currently experiencing symptoms the next day if I haven’t taken any and my main symptom is getting so nervous around people which I never was before I started 2 months ago. It’s as if my brain rattles and I feel my head shaking it’s like an awkward / nervous feeling and it affects my speech for that moment because I feel like I can’t get my words out. I got scared that maybe something is permanently wrong with me. Thank you so much. I am going to quit
It really messes with the mind. I remember it was great at first but then it just got to be a viscous negative cycle. I am happy to hear that you plan on quitting! 👏
My first thought when I came across this video is “she has an amazing singing gift”!
You need to sing again!
How did you know ? 😊
@@irose. awe, you’re so beautiful! Mediumship I guess is the best description 😊.
You have an amazing gift and I feel part of the arc is the restoration and embrace in a return to your talent throughout your journey and it will be so beautiful and met with much embrace, beauty, power and success. 🙏🏼💖🌟
@@RubenLDante You are amazing! Thank you for this message. You made my day!
@@RubenLDante Ok, I am saving this comment and going to look at it every day. You are amazing & thank you!!
I just dumped my bottle of vyvanse im done with it thanks for the video!! I used to journal but stopped might start back up if it really helps 🤷🏻♂️
Great job!! It really helps!
Thank you so much for sharing! ❤
Thank you for sharing. You're amazing. Xoxo
You’re amazing!
I keep buying shit ugh. I am buying inexpensive but oh my god it really helped
Thank you! I’m now currently struggling with this .
I am sorry to hear that and hope you are doing better today!
Thanks for being honest, some people are like "i just quit and it was easy, no symptoms and loved life immediately with extra energy"
... Liars
Honestly in my mind its scary cuz Adderall helps me ALOT with not being messy, being on time, not loop in endlessly idiotic stuff i do when im off meds, but i need to quit at least for a while (i do stupid stuff without meds, crash car Windows, bath in fountains, play videogames for 24 hours)
Its hard coming to terms with stopping and being a idiot again
It was not easy! But worth it for me. I have a life now that I never would have been able to have if still on Adderall. Sending good vibes! I believe in you !
@@irose. Thank you ❤️!
I have taken Adderall and Ritalin for over over 10 years and I take at least 100 or so mg a day but it’s at the point where my heart is constantly at a rapped pace and I have no energy I still eat a lot , I feel like shit every day it effects me so bad I become recluse my husband is tired of my low don’t want to do anything attitude no sex drive and it causes me horrific migraines now daily that I know it’s high blood pressure . I am 37 years old and scared of gaining weight and I can’t afford to be tired or sick as I own my own cleaning business and have many animals and a child who is disabled to care for . How can I stop this safely with no side affects , no weight gain, be happy not sleeping etc. I need help it I think this is going to kill me honestly much sooner then later
There’s going to be side effects no matter what unfortunately. For me I decreased by 20% each month then got so sick of the issues it was causing went cold Turkey. Best thing you can do when getting off it is diet, working out, supplements and a natural brain supplement like alpha brain. I’ve tried quitting multiple times on my own but 7 days ago I had enough with all the problems it’s caused had my doctor unsubscribe me and told my wife and family about how much it affected my life and they never knew besides my wife and that helps a lot. Keeps me accountable and they can understand the situation. I been praying to Jesus and that’s helped the most with reading the Bible. I’ll pray for you!
I’ve been taking adderall from 15 until I was like 26 with a few years without in between but been sober from them for about 2 years the hardest part for me is that I miss having the energy to do the things I enjoy and without it I find myself to lazy to do anything anymore which makes me miss it a lot
I know exactly what you mean! I am so, so, so happy to be off of it though because I felt like absolute poo. 🙂
I have been prescribed adderral for over 15 years. Recently the shortage left me buying on the black market in order to have my regular dose it was horrible. Then I decided to try Vyvanse. It was not the same euphoric feeling at all but it kept me from feeling glued to my bed and kept me from loosing my job. Now I’m on month 3 of Vyvanse and it honestly has helped me get through the horrible adderral withdrawal symptoms. I want to eventually quit Vyvanse as well. But hope this helps someone
Thank you so much for sharing your story! This is so helpful
I was prescribed adderall on and off for 10 years the day after i dont take it i have extreme fatigue and tiredness.. And my Energy levels are so down its crazy. I notice some small body jerking movements and slow thinking the following day - 3 days after. I usually try to wean off now if im giving my body a break. I have severe adhd thats gotten me into some trouble over the years. So.it helps a lot..but i hate when i go to give my body a break and have the withdrawl symptoms.. Even sweatimg
Keep up the good work!!
I've gone through withdrawal every time I quit and ended up back on day 3. I got so disgusted I weaned off without telling anyone. Still went through the worst depression and suicidal thinking and felt like I wanted to throw up. I didn't expect it. I ended up increasing cymbalta. Now I'm going to have to go through that withdrawal whick is a different kinds of hell.
Thank you so much for sharing this story. I am on day 2
That is awesome!!!
How are you doing ? I'm at 90 days off and really struggling
I've been prescribed adderall since 2010 and I really want to quit taking them. The times I've tried I pretty much couldn't get myself out of bed to do anything, thoughts of worthlessness and everything in life was terrible. I guess depression.
I'm thinking of coming off cold Turkey for good. I just dont know how long whatever symptoms I'm going to go through will last. I hope not too long. Thank you for you video, very helpful!
Sending good vibes!! Hope you are doing well!
I’m five months free from stimulants and still experiencing exhaustion and major mood swings. How long did your withdrawal last? 🙏 thank you 🙏
Nice job! Post-acute withdrawal symptoms can last anywhere from 6 months to two years. For me, some of my symptoms lasted at least two years. They definitely will improve with time ☺️
@@irose. thank you 🙏 for the encouragement 🙏
Thank you for this video 🙌
I have ADHD in myself and autism.
It's good to know that I'm not alone.
Keep in mind that I've been taking this dang medicine for almost my entire life.
I've been on it for 20 years.
And I finally stopped.
a few months ago.
And I got to say I can really feel the effects.
Wow, that is incredible 👏👏👏 I hope you are doing great and that the effects are subsiding
Really great video & valuable insight 🙌🏼
This is the best kind of video
Going to school without it tomorrow for the first time in a year and a half.
My one and only withdrawal effect is sleepiness. It is insane. I literally just want to sleep forever. Nothing is more important than sleep. Sleep itself feels like a drug. Ironically I don’t ever fall into sleep. I just lay there for hours with my eyes closed.. fully aware of every breath. But putting in effort to do anything more than that is agonizing. Even just sitting up is a chore. Ironically no sadness or depression. While on the drug, my blood pressure remains low, sbp 90’s, however my heart rate is always atleast 90bpm.
Did have basically IBs I feel so alone. This is helpful I feel so alone.x
I was forced to quit because we have a shortage
Currently in day 3 or 4 of withdrawals. The cramps and brain pain (not a proper term but I don’t know what else to call it) is awful. I’m not necessarily addicted in the abuse sense but I am severely adhd and dependent on it for daily function... (ie not driving off of road due to distractibility, not making a fool of myself during presentations, etc.) I’ve been on it for around 2 years and due to insurance quips and a pharmacy issue, I’m currently running without it for a while and man what can I do to lessen the overall awfulness?
I would recommend talking with your doctor. What helped me was taking it easy: a lot of rest and water. Wishing you the best!
I'm currently going from 5days to 2 days on a week and have been off for awhile just to reset my tolerance, fortunately the only withdrawals symptoms I've had are being hungry and also more tired
Congrats! Sending good vibes ✨
I can't stop eating I hate everything it made me emotionally balanced and not take things personally but sometimes I struggled with being creative because that's I focused or tuned out was drawing
You have to see how much I’ve journaled, I’m sure you can image … writing at the speed of light 😊 And therapy every 2 weeks. Oh and I’m an alcoholic so lots of meetings!
Love it!!! Journaling is the BEST
Thank you for sharing your experience!
Thank you for stopping by! 🙏
I don’t get sleepy, but I can’t focus as well and I have really bad annoying chills all over my body.
After three days it gets better
been on and off since 2009. week one not on it rn. the recent shortage kinda forced me to get off but then i was put on focalin... it was equally bad.. really hoping all the negative thoughts subside soon.
Sending good vibes! Hope you are well!
I tried Adderall 1 time last week . It was my very first time. I was prescribed Adderall XR 20 mg. I was ok for a bit but later on I was so messed up. I couldn’t sleep at all that night. I just stayed up. I tried so hard to sleep with no luck. The next day I felt like CRAP! I had a headache, I felt nauseous, and I felt weak and dehydrated. It felt like a horrible hang over. I ended up not sleeping for 38 1/2 hours. I will NEVER take this med again. I’m not sure what happened but I will not turn to that med again. If anyone has a clue why it did that to me please let me know.
Hey! 20mg to start is a lot I think. Everything you experienced is completely normal for Adderall. It’s very similar to m e t h, unfortunately. Glad that you are staying away!!
@@irose. oh my gosh!! I was never told this.. I’m so glad I dodged the Adderall bullet.. I’m looking into non-stimulant medication now. Thank you so much for the reply! Hope you are well!
I'm currently withdrawaling i can't do Adderall anymore every month I try to do it right but I always ruin it I'm on like day 3 of no Adderall and I'm so so so so tired it's so hard because I have work and other necessary responsibilities I find myself getting so frustrated and I'm worried about myself I don't want to hurt myself I shattered my phone today because I threw it on the ground. I hate myself right now for getting so frustrated with everything. I get so tired all throughout the day it's miserable on top of this I quit nicotine about a month ago which still affects me
Update to everyone I feel the best i have in a very long time, all natural. The sleepiness DOES GO AWAY it's hard but so so so worth it
This is incredible news!! Thank you for this update. It does keep getting better and better! I hope you are still well.
How is everything now ?
@@landonstorey9423 I'm so much better and I'm happy. Nicotine and Adderall free. Those drugs are ball and chains. You can attain good feelings naturally. So much natural energy.
Best thing I ever did was quit that legal speed
Bravo! I agree! 🏹
My symptoms are tremors and general brain fog. Please let the madness end, god!
Be patient with your healing ❤️🩹 also, please see a doctor if you’re having significant withdrawals 💫
@@irose. thanks for the support
Withdrawal from Adderall what’s the worst thing I’ve ever gone through and the best when I started on a roll I have no clue what it was I took the pill went to work did my thing and started getting a little bit more I had a little bit more didn’t understand what was happening and within two years I was completely jacked on it to the point that I had to get locked up and went cold turkey and I thought I was dying as I withdrew from it the best experience and the best memory to learn a lesson about what not to do with an addictive drug
Strong work!
The sleep is harsh. First week or two I just want to sleep 24/7 and the hunger. I’m eating and sleeping. I want to quit so bad I’m sick of living month to month (the appointments)
It sucks when you become reliant on it. I feel like I have to take it to be productive in work/school. Whenever I don’t, I am so tired and spend most of the day in bed because my head is so foggy. Did you get more energy over time? It’s just weird not being on it. I’ve taken it for many years but had to stop now because I can’t sleep more than two hours a night without waking up.
Hey Corey! So when you stop taking it, you are actually going through withdrawals, which is why you feel completely not yourself. If you were to detox from the Rx, then you would eventually start to feel much better. Withdrawals can last a few weeks-months. Make sure to reach out to your doctor if you stop taking it. 😊
My whole body hurts. It's going on day 2 and I'm mentally and physically exhausted. Ugh
I’ve been on adderral daily for 7 years. Since I’ve stopped for a month I look in the mirror and just look like death, like my eyes look different the bags under my eyes. Then whenever I take it I look in the mirror and look more “normal”.
This video really helped me.
So happy to hear that!
PAWS is the worst part for me in quitting not even the first weeks but after
Yes, the PAWS can last months, unfortunately. They get better!!!
Can you pleaseee HELP me figure out how long do those withdrawal symptoms last after quitting cold turkey? 3,6,9, or 12 months? Also, which months are harder than the others? Please, and thank you!
Hey Iby! I think they are definitely the worst within the first 3 months. It also depends what symptoms you are experiencing, as some can definitely tend to last longer. Wishing you the best during your healing!
I took adderall for 1 week… and withdraw is beyond crazy. Like after one week really?
It does not play around!
same. It's been a year now, I'm still not well. How has it been for you? It's interesting to find someone with the same exact experience. 7 days of 18mg, and 38mg on day 8. Then never again. My balls and penis shrank and went numb and I've had sexual dysfunction ever since. Felt no emotions, not even physical goosebumps for four months. I still can't really get angry and fend for myself, which has made the effort to get medical help very hard. Had muscle tension, headaches, cognitive issues, vision issues. Nervous system issues, especially currently. Like muscle twitches/seizures around my head and face when I try to think or feel stuff. The psychiatrists don't know anything (or don't want to know at least), they didn't care.
I'm sure I'm even forgetting things. How has it been for you?
I am a bit off put by the use of the word addiction. I am on a prescription. It is called therapeutic dependency. You were not "an addict", in the normal sense of the word.
Well she said she abused it. I read in a comment she was going thru her monthly prescription (I think 30mg 3x a day) in a matter of days so I’d considered that more than a therapeutic dependency ?
@@mindyann8903 hey! I have not shared on my channel how much I have used and do not plan to. I don’t feel comfortable and don’t want to glorify it in any sense. But yes, I definitely abused it! 😅
Hey there 👋 I have a history of addiction and addict feels like the right term for what I went through. I definitely understand and respect that that does not fit everyone’s experience. Thank you for sharing!
I unintentionally and unknowingly lost 10 lbs, and I realized it was the Adderall I immediately stopped taking it, and it's been roughly 2 weeks I think, and it took a couple of...rough days for me to realize I was having withdrawals/my normally dysfunctional brain was taking over. I apologized to the family in advance 🤣
it wasn't worth accidently starving to death, plus I felt super shitty anyways. I'm just hoping my Dr has something relatively safe up her sleeve, I've already tried Ritalin and that didn't work for me.
That’s great you were able to quit right away 👏😊
@@irose. thank you!
I also have a lot more anxiety now that I’m not taking it that is so weird.
The scary part for me is on adderall I’m extremely tired . I never use to be until about a year ago . So I’m afraid if I get off I won’t function
I was so scared of that too! Withdrawal was tough, but the energy I have now is unmatched and I’m more present. You will definitely be able to function!
Thank you soooooo much ❤
Thank you for watching and I am so glad it was helpful! 💫
When I decided to quit I pray, God will give me the energy, focus and love. Yes you can, Ask God with all your energy and you will feel this organic energy source cover your body
Wow I screenshotted your comment for reminder
Thanx
This is amazing advice!! Thank you!
I’ve been on it since Oct- wondering if it’s better to stop before it gets worse?
In my opinion, the side effects are not worth taking it, but it can work for some people. If you start to notice you’re becoming dependent on it, I would recommend talking to your doctor. For me, it was great in the beginning but it quickly turned ugly and I do regret taking it. It was so addictive!
Yes!!!
8 months in when am I going to feel some kind of energy?🤟 yes, everything you are saying! Please help!
Post-acute withdrawals can last up to 2 years! Hang in there!! Something that affected me as well was my diet. Changing that has given me more energy!
@@irose. what! Not good enough.
@irose. really, let's work together?
I have pretty bad adhd and have been on adderall since I was 7. I’ve never abused it and never do recreational drugs, but when I havent taken my medication, I feel these exact symptoms. Its very shameful for me knowing my body is reliant, but with a job and responsibilities, I don’t have the time to wean off them
I am sorry that you are in a difficult position. Definitely talk to your doctor about what you are experiencing, and your thoughts about the matter as well. Hopefully they can help you find a better alternative 🙂
@@irose.The dr will just put you on antidepressants...they are of no help.
Were you addicted after being diagnosed from a doctor? I am about to get an evaluation for Adult ADHD and I feel like I want to try the medication route. I mean I know it’s not a fix all solution. But I feel like it would help me get over that lack of push and motivation to do the things I want to do. I suffer from a lot of ADHD symptoms but never been tested and it has been a bug headache in my life. But I’m doing my research on medication before I go that route.
It started recreationally for me and then was diagnosed by a doctor. I do have ADHD, but taking medication for it is not worth it for me. I’ve just accepted how I am. And I love it! Good luck to you. Keep us posted 😊
Taking medication responsibly under the advice and prescription of a doctor is a completely safe and sometimes necessary route. As long as you aren't an idiot about it, there is nothing to worry about. You are not an addict. ADHD is different for everyone, for me it's debilitating. I was diagnosed at 28. I knew something was wrong with me long before I even knew what ADHD was. It was never even on my radar.
It's not always about "just accepting yourself for who you are". That's a load of bullshit. Try telling someone with diabetes to stop taking insulin and just accept themselves, or someone with severe depression to just stop taking antidepressants and accept themselves or 'be positive'. Sounds ridiculous, right? ADHD is the same. Some people have very mild symptoms, congrats to them. Most of us need a combination of meds and therapy.
People using ADHD meds recreationally infuriate me because it's their fault that there is so much stigma and that people who ACTUALLY need it, have a lot of trouble getting prescriptions.
@@KassieJane 👏preach! I'm two weeks out and my brain feels like mush, and I know it's withdrawal
(adhd and more👐!), but it makes me feel so...powerless, and I hate that.
@@KassieJane people said the same thing about oxycontin and they still do face the facts it's an amphetamine you're lying to yourself if you think it's medication
@@sugarman08 😂 ok doctor sugarman
I don’t think I’m going to be taking Adderall…😮
That’s great news!
Any tips when trying to kick a tbh bad Adderall addiction while going thru a bad break up ? Because I’m fucking dying to know.
Detoxing now, weaning myself off. Each day I realize how much better I can do life without this drug. Question: I have headaches almost daily. Some are pretty bad. Is this another detox symptom??
What do you mean by “how much better you can do life”? Genuinely curious
@@daannielism I was beginning to think I had anger management issues but since starting the detox, I’m a lot calmer and I don’t get frustrated easily. I am handling every day drama much better!
@@lindasmarch that's awesome! What about your productivity levels? That's my biggest concern
Congrats on weaning yourself off👏 I think it is very natural to have headaches after. That was not a symptom of mine, but it makes sense. Try hydrating with alkaline water