Posted by Aurelie on March 3, 2001, at 10:20:47
In reply to Re: Ritalin?, posted by SalArmy4me on March 3, 2001, at 3:45:48
Ritalin can be very addictive, and should only be prescribed when medically necessary (usually in the case of narcolepsy or ADD/ADHD). If I were you, I would be very hesitant to look to this drug as a quick "pick me up" -- it is a Schedule II narcotic, not a "harmless" prescription pill. Wellbutrin is a good suggestion if you're looking to add meds, but if I were you, I would consider the alternatives. When my depression wasn't responding well to Prozac, my doctor suggested adding an exercise program, which has been a life saver -- it's a safe, natural way to elevate mood, with no chance of chemical dependency. I now walk or run every day, and lift weights 3x/week, and I find that I feel better than I've felt in years.
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