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Adhd med right 4 me? diagnosed as child. procrastination, organization issues, bored easily, temper, restless, impulsive, but school unaffected.

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Dr. Barton Butterbaugh answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

? ADD SYMPTOMS: Typically, Adults exhibit problems with Task Completion, Concentration on the subject at hand, ongoing interpersonal relationship(s), increased anxiety as a result of the overall ADHD condition. They do not necessarily have behavior and/or mood control problems. When placed on medication like Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) or Ritalin; the anxiety levels decrease, attention abilities improve, and tasks are completed.

Answered 11/16/2018

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Probably not needed: if you are able to perform well at school, then you probably don't have a significant in attention problem, and rather some anxiety or other emotional issue. Pl get a new evaluation with the psychologist as you may need behavior therapy rather than ADHD meds. Best of luck!

Answered 1/24/2015

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