Posted by friendofbillw on September 9, 2003, at 20:44:40
Happy to see this new board Dr. Bob.
I've been in recovery for 4 years. I relapsed on June 6 2003 after taking phentermine for weight loss. I started out being controlled and felt great. I felt focused and invigorated, but eventually went to abusing the phentermine and then wanted beer to calm down. It was a one night binge, but could have led to loss of my job. I drank at work! Yes, right back into trouble. Anyway, I'm back on track and am wishing there was something safe for my ADD.
I was put on celexa when in treatment and didn't have any side effects. My doc seems to think I'm depressed and that maybe celexa "pooped out," so I've switched to lexapro 5 days ago. I take at night, like I did celexa, because it makes me tired, but other than that, no side effects.
I'm reading up on going to OA to deal with my food issues, but sure wish that there was something for my ADD that wouldn't lead me back to abusive behavior with alcohol and drugs. Anyone have any luck with anything that helps with ADD? I hate how I can't stay on task and seem so day-dreamy and unable to complete anything. It's very frustrating to be highly impulsive, yet dealing with food and alcohol addiction. Ugh! I should say I'm successful in my career, but it's a challenge.
Thanks for your time and for reading my long post. Looking forward to your sharing.
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