I Have ADHD Podcast 373 BITESIZE | ADHD Medication Myths That Need to Die (Zombies, Addiction, & Personality Loss)
Jan 29, 2026
Common myths about ADHD medication are challenged with straight talk about dosing, presence, and personality. The clip covers when numbness means a dose change is needed and why meds often make people more themselves. It separates prescribed use from misuse and explains addiction risk and evidence that treatment can lower later substance problems. New research on pregnancy and medication safety is also discussed.
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Medication Should Support Presence
- Properly prescribed ADHD meds make people feel more present and like themselves, not like 'zombies'.
- A flat or numb state usually indicates the dose is too high or the medication is the wrong fit.
Adjust Don’t Abandon When It Feels Off
- If meds make you feel flat or unlike yourself, work with your doctor to adjust dosage or change medication.
- Do not abandon medication entirely; seek a better fit instead.
High Likelihood Of Finding A Good Fit
- Around 90% of people who try ADHD medication find a positive fit according to Dr. Russell Ramsey's summary.
- That high success rate suggests medication trials are often worth pursuing.
