Posted by man_oh_man1977 on February 3, 2005, at 0:34:34
In reply to Re: amphetamine addiction » Festus, posted by CareBear04 on February 2, 2005, at 1:02:54
Hi. I too are struggling with the amphetamines, big time! At first, I would just pop a bunch and enjoy the buzz. But then, one night a friend a I decided to snort adderall. Now i am on Ritalin, but it's the same difference. I really need a stimulant to function, but I go on these benders where sometimes I won't sleep for 36 hours. And I "waste" so much of the medicine that I have to totally ration my month's worth of pills so I don't run out. My psyschologist is encouraging me to tell my pdoc; he thinks that because they affect your dopamine levels that I might just need something that has a similar effect without being so dangerous. I have no problem telling my pdoc (I see him on the 9th); he is not going to take away my "drugs"; he's very understanding. But, I am happy to see this thread and know that other's are in the same boat. I can go on and on about the benefits I reap from this abuse, but it's just petty rationalizations to make me feel better. I know it's a problem, I'm ashamed of myself and I wish I could stop. I've done very well quitting other substances, but this one is really tricky. I can go for a couple of days taking my prescribed dose, and then I am back to my habit. Anyway, if anyone has insight on this matter... for instance, the dopamine thing, that would be great. Some support, too :(
Oh, and what is Concerta? Is it in the same class of drugs? Ok, thanks...Man-oh-man
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