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A member asked:

If i haven't been diagnosed with adhd but take vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) and the symptoms are opposite of someone that does have adhd. does that mean i don't have adhd?

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ADHD: No, you can respond to ADHD medication and not have the diagnosis.

Answered 4/14/2016

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