Posted by Solstice on January 18, 2011, at 20:48:13
In reply to Re: Any suggestions for adult Asperger's? » morgan miller, posted by G-man885858 on January 18, 2011, at 19:55:24
> 2) Non-XR Adderall - This is the only medication that I was EVER prescribed that actually did its' job. Unlike caffeine, Adderall is actually calming and makes me listen, pay attention MUCH BETTER, and improves my eye contact too! I am also able to read & comprehend large text passages ---- things that I am usually unable to do.
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> I always have these nasty, suicidal, intrusive thoughts that I cannot distract myself from no matter what I do: Watch a movie, play a game, read a book ---- NOTHING gets rid of these intrusive thoughts. If I'm in a conversation with a person, everything the person says just goes in one ear and out the other because I cannot get rid of these intrusive thoughts that obstruct my concentration and attention.
Asperger's is often accompanied by other conditions. Your descriptions of the effect Adderall has indicates that it relieved classic ADHD symptoms. Intrusive thoughts can be caused by Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, which can be responsive to a number of different medications. If you have a psychiatrist, you may want to raise these issues with him or her. If you don't have a psychiatrist, I'd suggest looking for one that has a special interest in Asperger's and its co-morbid diagnosis'.I am impressed with the interest you have in taking control of the things that interfere with your optimal functioning.
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