Posted by longroad on February 2, 2010, at 15:47:22
In reply to Re: Vyvanse 30mg, not pleasant... » Helena24, posted by floatingbridge on February 2, 2010, at 15:31:39
> Helena,
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> I hope someone comments on your theory--it's interesting but over my head.
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> I gave a low dose of strattera a fair trial, using between 20-40. At 60, I was in misery. Even 20 didn't help.
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> fbAs I mentioned before, I definitely think there is some crossover between euphoria and increased ability to focus and function.
But I don't believe it's strictly euphoria or they would prescribe MDMA or Heroin or Cocaine for ADHD.
Dopamine apparently plays a big role in focus, but it also governs motivation and reward. With this in mind, I'd say that you have to address drive/motivation/desire to address attention. And I'd say that these attributes can be related to euphoric feelings - I find it hard to pay attention to something uninteresting when I feel bad because the subject feels pointless.
I don't know if Ritalin has ever helped you, but the generic version is dirt cheap in the US. I will tread lightly here, because I don't know all the specifics, but I've read that with a prescription, there are legal ways to buy certain meds overseas. Maybe someone who knows the law can chime in here...
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