#focalin

[idfcaboutme]

Have you ever like looked at yourself and went "damn im ugly asf" and just wonder why anybody could ever love you? Like I look at all my scars and bruises and internal problems and pain and say "man nobody could put up with this shit" Cuz nobody could ever love me uk. Like how could anyone look at my cuts and bruises and still im beautiful. Im tired of love and everything. Ima be alone for the rest of my life ugh.

[pumpkinicedchai]

having comorbid disorders is so wacky bc it’s like my autistic sensory issues, my stimulants for adhd, my antipsychotics for my bipolar, my antidepressants, and my sedative are all competing for the same space in my brain. my blood feels like it’s on fire and i am so nauseous. it’s so hard to regulate rn someone send help. i may need to go on a hot girl walk or something to regulate. but its so hot 🤬 (and latuda makes me prone to heat stroke)

[50stressballs]

Out of my ADHD medication rn and I’m trying to work and oh my god this is impossible. I feel like the gummy bears from that fucking 2000s song are having a party in my skull and they’re using my grey matter as a bean bag chair and they keep pouring Hennessy shots into my brain wrinkles

[chaotic-planet]

ok so who else is being absolutely bodyslammed to the concrete by the adhd medication shortage because I really hope I'm not the only one whose life is falling apart because I've called nearly every pharmacy in the state and nobody has Focalin in stock

Like I can't even have very many coherent thoughts anymore

Relationships are falling apart

I'm even starting to speak less coherently

Graaaah please why is this happening just restock it

[gumrock]

Day three. Let's see what two is like

[redactedtrip6]

started my focalin yesterday

[chubbyybunnie]

I am studying currently but I have noticed that even with the Focalin, my brain is never quiet.

Also, the anxiety never stops. Like..sometimes I just sit here anxious for no reason with the intese urge to just scream. Scream until the voices stop or at least get nicer..or quiter.

I would like to think weed helps but if I am being frfr, it makes it worse sometimes.

Also what irritates the shit out of me is that a mental health diagnosis will change depending on the evaluator.

So many disorders have the same comorbidities. Its really fucking frustrating.

[arcsin27]

my luck god powers have ruined me. goddamnit

i had work i had to get done by tonight, but i was tired so i took a nap at 5. i set an hour alarm so i could take my adhd meds at a time where they wont interfere with my sleep schedule too much

i oversleep and wake up at 10. i freak out and take the meds

i check my computer

"deadline moved to friday"

so now im hopped up on pseudo meth until lika 6am for no reason because i just HAD to be lucky and get a deadline extension. fuck

[miloodles]

does anyone have any tips on eating while on adhd medication?

cw body image (?)

it’s not that i forget to eat, it’s that i literally have no appetite, and the thought of food makes me feel ill. i am so grateful to be able to take this medication and it helps me so much, but i have lost so much weight and i feel so weak. it’s also just not helping my confidence at all - i’ve always been skinnier, but this is ridiculous and i feel disgusting :(

this is not intentionally avoiding food, i literally just do not get hungry, or if i am hungry, smelling, seeing, or even thinking of food makes me physically ill and i just need advice pls

[emptymanuscript]

You know, I've got no idea how well Focalin is working as ADHD help but it sure is working as an antidepressant. XD

Though, it does also remind me that my Psychiatrist did at one point posit that I might have an unusual variant of of bipolar where I get angry instead of happy when I'm not in depression. I would definitely like to go punch and chew out the guy who annoyed me in the grocery store this morning. I feel a little honest regret for not yelling at him. Prick.

On, the upside, I also recognize that putting him in order is not and SHOULD not be my responsibility. Which is unusual for me. I recognize, unusually, that it would be just as misogynistic for me to ride to the rescue with violence as it was for him to chew out the checkout girl.

Like, seriously, she is not paid enough to deal with your shit, dude. There is no inconvenience she could have caused you to make you make that kind of stink. Complain to her manager like a normal rich bitch karen.

AND me making a bigger stink would not have helped. The people whose job it actually was were converging. I did the right thing by getting out of their way. Unlike the other moron just standing and staring at the chew out.

But the fire came easy today. Better, it is retreating easier than usual, too.

And yeah, what's changed is learning I'm diabetic and going on Focalin. Somehow I don't think the world looking less ugly - he was ugly, instead of that's the way the world is - is coming from the diabetes diagnosis. So, I think I'll have to report that the Focalin is definitely lifting my mood when I check in tomorrow.

...I could have sideswiped him with my cart just a little and said sorry. I can deadpan sorry just fine. I was a theater kid. XD. Sorry, your wife called and said you were an asshole. XD.

I feel bad for the checkout girl, though. What a shit way for the day to go. I'd bet $5 that she didn't even do anything wrong and he was just taking his shit out on her.

Somewhere there is a book, and I can't remember what it was (it MAY have been Demon). But it had this passage from the point of view of the Devil talking to someone else and defining what evil was. How he was the source of all evil but also secretly hoped every single time that he would get stopped, that humanity would be better than him. Because he was the original source, not the actual actor. He hurt somebody. And that somebody passed it on. And those people that somebody hurt passed it on. And it just kept passing on and multiplying. And all it took was somebody deciding NOT to pass it on. NOT to be a dick to the next person in line when the opportunity presented itself. And the Devil loved when it happened but generally had just stopped expecting it. Because most people did pass it on, did take out their pain on others in an attempt to make them feel a lot worse so they could feel just a little bit better.

I don't agree that that is what evil is - my actual definition comes from GI Joe, I think. Yeah, it's a cartoon in the cartoon at 6:23 - 6:44 in "The Wrong Stuff" S1, E49 of GI Joe. XD. Let it never be said that I am too sophisticated.

But I do think that story told by the Devil is how it passes. One hurt into many. The decision that someone else's pain is less valuable than your own.

Which is a lot of philosophical bullshit for someone that has to read 112 more pages today before I can start actually doing anything.

[turtlepowerriiise]

i accidentally took my adhd meds instead of my antidepressants at like 10:30 and so i have been awake since at least 12 and cannot fall asleep 💪💪💪 i have to be up at 5:45 💪💪💪💪💪 it is currently 1:33 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪 i am graduating highschool tomorrow (today technically) 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪

[fufflepants]

😝😝😝😝

[mcclellancholy]

did focalin make anyone else intensely suicidal and full of anxiety while also motivating you to do the dishes and laundry you’ve procrastinated for weeks? wow

[addiction-recovery-support]

The Effects and Management of Focalin Withdrawal

Navigating the realm of prescription medications demands a nuanced comprehension, not only of their intended impacts but also of the potential repercussions when altering or discontinuing treatment. Focalin, a frequently prescribed medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), exemplifies this complexity. In this context, recognizing the consequences of suddenly ceasing Focalin becomes paramount for individuals under its prescription. We are exploring Focalin withdrawal symptoms, shedding light on the intricacies of this process.

What Occurs When You Abruptly Cease Taking Focalin?

If you've been prescribed Focalin, a stimulant medication commonly employed to address ADHD, adhering to your healthcare provider's guidance regarding dosage and discontinuation is crucial. Similar to Adderall, discontinuing Focalin without proper guidance can result in diverse withdrawal symptoms affecting both your physical and mental well-being. It's essential to be cognizant of these potential effects and consult your healthcare professional before altering your medication regimen.

Withdrawal from Focalin can manifest differently from person to person, with variations in severity and duration of symptoms. Common withdrawal symptoms may include fatigue, irritability, mood changes, difficulty concentrating, increased appetite, and sleep disturbances. Not everyone will experience all these symptoms, and some may not encounter any withdrawal effects. Nonetheless, the potential for withdrawal symptoms underscores the importance of a well-managed discontinuation procedure under a doctor's supervision.

If you are contemplating discontinuing Focalin or experiencing adverse effects, honesty with your prescribing healthcare professional is crucial. If discontinuation is deemed appropriate, your healthcare provider can provide tailored guidance and devise a gradual tapering schedule. Abruptly stopping Focalin without supervision may exacerbate withdrawal symptoms and potentially worsen the underlying condition for which the drug was prescribed.

How Long Does Focalin Withdrawal Last?

The duration of Focalin withdrawal varies widely among individuals, influenced by factors such as the duration of medication use, dosage, and individual metabolic differences. Generally, the acute phase of Focalin withdrawal, marked by pronounced symptoms, may last one to two weeks post-discontinuation. During this period, individuals may experience peak withdrawal symptoms like fatigue, irritability, mood changes, and concentration difficulties.

It's crucial to note that lingering symptoms or milder withdrawal effects may persist for an extended period. The severity and duration of withdrawal symptoms can be mitigated by gradually reducing the drug under medical supervision. Throughout this period, maintaining regular communication with healthcare providers is essential, reporting any persistent symptoms or concerns to ensure proper assistance and adjustments to the treatment plan.

[trashsuperioritycomplex]

God bless pharmacies in the US of A

[gumrock]

I finally got more meds and thank goodness too. I can't believe this is how I existed for 30~ years. I literally can't function; I was a slug all weekend and slept most of today. No wonder I was so depressed