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Would you be comfortable prescribing if it is pertinent to my treatment? adhd and gad meds?
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No: You should consult your primary care doctor for a referral to a psychiatrist who will take a thorough history get a detailed understanding of your symptoms and develop an appropriate treatment plan. This cannot be done in this forum.
Answered 3/29/2015
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