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What are the differences between anti-depressants and anti-adhd medications?
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Huge!: Antidepressants work on neurotransmitter systems in the brain while add meds work on the reticular activating system.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Worlds apart: Most antidepressants increase serotonin. Most adhd meds increase Dopamine & norepinephrine. Some antidepressants help adhd like atomoxetine. Some antidepressants work on norepinephrine or Dopamine as "dual action" meds. Some adhd meds worsen depression.
Answered 6/25/2014
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