If not, will taking it every day cause me to get addicted?
It's hard to abuse the kind I have since it's XR. Yet I freak out and worry about it if I don't have it for school. All weekend, I've been extremely tired and sluggish. I'm afraid I've already become addicted. You should feel better before Wednesday. School and work to stay focused. I couldn't imagine living my life without the medication and that really scares me. I started off at 20mg in September 2015 and went up to 40 for a month, then 60mg another month, then up to 70mg the month after. Vyvanse and Ritalin are prescribed very often and we have those lingering in the house all the time. It bothers me that you think I am not being honest to myself as this is a very serious issue for me. Don't be afraid to discuss this concern with your doctor (I suggest you do) and don't be afraid to try it if your doc thinks it'll help. Male, 25. Has anyone tried taking Vyvanse daily? Or has your body been satisfied with what it's getting? It was very difficult to make the choice not to have access to amphetamines, but I am so happy I did. I've taken both Vyvanse and Adderall, ended up stopping both. You have to be honest with yourself first and that is very hard to do once these meds get a hold on you. I've tried tons of different kinds of medications, over 40 since early 2013, so that's part of the reason why I'm so happy that Vyvanse works. You have a medical condition. I've been on Concerta for the last 4 months, but I don't think I'm addicted, although I know some people get addicted to Concerta. You're experiencing it now. But the medicine takes a physical and emotional toll on me afterwards, so I have to limit it. I highly recommend Wellbutrin, it can address ADHD and depression and has very low abuse potential.
On those stimulant meds I eventually began to show signs of stimulant induced psychosis which led to a complete mental breakdown that almost got me institutionalized, all because I kept validating my decision to keep taking them.
I want to start taking it every day but, to be honest, I'm terrified of addiction. As others have said, there's no reason to expect you'd stop stimulants after any particular period - amphetamine (Vyvanse) is only neurotoxic in much higher than thereputic doses, so as long as you're taking it as prescribed, your brain will be fine. All stimulant ADHD meds have addictive potential - this is why they are Schedule II drugs (in the US). Personal relationships are all basically ruined(and I do mean all of them) My career development has only been somewhat delayed, but it was definitely in jeopardy. users here say they 'feel at home' and 'finally found a place where people understand them'. Off this medication I would be complaining to my boyfriend (about anything and everything) and would be so incredibly lazy because i just felt unmotivated about EVERYTHING. Am I already addicted? It's still something I have to weigh the benefits against the cost of the side effects daily, not something I'd call fun, but nothing else has brought me as close to what I'd consider 'actually achieving my potential'. If you are getting the stimulant effect and experiencing crashes and cravings months after starting, it is not a good sign. I started off at 20mg in September 2015 and went up to 40 for a month, then 60mg another month, then up to 70mg the month after. Lucky for you, you are mostly taking Vyvanse which has to be processed by the liver before taking effect. Now, being an adult with my own health insurance, I decided to seek help and got put on Vyvanse. I know none of us are doctors and have no medical advice, and I will talk to my doctor about this, but I just want some advice …
I don't feel like I need more but I'm worried my body might start growing a tolerance. If you fear addiction, speak with your doctor about setting regular tolerance breaks so the medicine doesn't take over. In general, if you have to ask these questions you already know the answer. This is 5 days a week, 50mg pill every morning. Never underestimate or disregard addiction, but only you can know your thoughts. Also, I am a little bit bothered by your last few paragraphs. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I long to feel the way those people feel on a daily basis. I brought up the fact that I was worried about addiction before going on Xanax (Which I am still on and take rarely), Vyvanse, and Adderall. The IR vs. ER issue has more to do with how easy the drug is to abuse than addictive potential.
I can tell you that people who actually need an intense dopamine reuptake inhibitor like that do not feel withdrawal symptoms when they stop taking it. You are taking medicine to treat it. I am sure I would experience withdrawal if I stopped taking it. There is a reason these types of medications are so highly addicting and abused.
This is 5 days a week, 50mg pill every morning. Unfortunately all of the consequences that amphetamine abuse had on my personal relationships and career are still there. How did you become addicted (You don't have to go into much detail), how did it change your attitude, and how did it ruin your friendships? I know none of us are doctors and have no medical advice, and I will talk to my doctor about this, but I just want some advice from fellow people who might be/have been in my shoes.
I have ADHD.
While on the medication, you'll be able to construct a healthier routine, by doing things you would have never done while lazy and un-medicated; Things like, taking the time to exercise, cook healthy meals, build a social life, gain confidence - these things have much more of a significant effect on your health / mental state than any pill. And I agree, it's a great medication, it's a miracle worker for me. I am not abusing the Vyvanse, nor do I ever want to abuse anything. What you're going through is called stimulant withdrawal. I'm planning on taking it every day, except for the weekend. It has changed every single facet of my life for the better. Sure you're addicted, in the same way someone with poor eyesight is addicted to their glasses. I know many people state this, but for me it seems to be life altering for different reasons. Also, about the depression (this ties into what my overall point is) Nothing in my life has been so dramatic that caused the depression- I have two wonderful children and we are all very well of-it seriously seems like my brain is just wired to naturally be unhappy. Amphetamines will make you feel great as you enthusiastically and obliviously ruin your life.
I couldn't imagine living my life without the medication and that really scares me. I'm a 22 year old male who's been taking Vyvanse 70mg for a few months. I've been on it for about a month now. Now to my point- since starting the Vyvanse it has literally been LIFE CHANGING FOR ME. I have some crazy severe symptoms that make it a daily necessity, and I'd be lying if I said I didn't get that euphoric rush on the come up.
The problem you have is coming from inside your own body, and quitting your meds isn't going to make it go away.