You're Wrong About ADHD How does ADHD medication work?
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Feb 25, 2024 This podcast delves into how ADHD medication works, with personal anecdotes on taking medication to manage ADHD. The hosts discuss the highs and lows of medication, while a consultant pediatrician addresses common concerns. They explore different types of medications, side effects, and the societal perspective on ADHD treatment.
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Medication Makes Daily Tasks Doable
- Katie describes how meds let her complete tedious work quickly by fixing her working memory.
- She says she becomes a better, more functional person and her family notice the difference.
A Pharmacist Felt Like Rescue
- Katie recounts running to a pharmacist when she was out of meds and crying with relief when she got them.
- She framed the meds as the key to getting back to normal during a difficult period.
Medication Trials Failed For Sam
- Sam recounts trying multiple stimulant and non-stimulant meds that either overstimulated him or caused cardiac concerns.
- He stopped after side effects and then relied on therapy and strategies instead.