ADHD / ADD Support Group
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are more common than you might think. It is a syndrome that exhibits symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, mood shifts, poor impulse control, and distractibility. Join others who suffer from these conditions and share your experiences.
My doctor put me on Depakote for my ADD symptoms and it didn't help so I stopped it has anyone heard of using this drug for ADD?? any help would be appreciated..
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My son takes Depakote for hes adhd and bipolar disorder. you have to give it a month to work but i dont know why they have not gave u a differnt med to go with it. My son also takes vyavance also. Dont give up.
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thank you for your reply I was on it for a few months close to a year....but I didn't notice it helping.....I struggle with ADD everyday...I am just beginning to realize it is a part of me...I am not sure what to do but today was one of those days...
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sometimes meds are not always the way to go you have to learn to adapt i had a boss who also is adhd and he does not take meds but he finds ways to burn all that energy.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
