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Strong coffee and adhd meds significantly improve my mood yet ssris don't do anything. is it safe to conclude that my mood drops are dopamine related?
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Safe vs correct: It might be true and it's not more dangerous than any other unsubstantiated conclusion. There is supportive research and since your experience is what matters - sounds good! Definitely taper SSRI use if pertinent but it sounds like you don't need them. Do watch for too much or too long use of ADHD drugs. Moderate caffeine is fine! Mood psychotherapy can help too.
Answered 2/27/2017
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