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Posted by essence on February 13, 2003, at 9:12:23
Hi;
My son, 15 yrs old, has had ADD since he was born, although technically, he couldn't be diagnosed as ADD until he was 6. With many years of behavioural modications through mental health,(ages 18 mos to 9 yrs) he did ok without medication. When he turned 12, things went out of control. He is back at mental health now and on top of being ADD - Inattentive, he also has depression and anxiety. His psychiatrist wants to treat with Wellbutrin alone. I personally feel the depression and anxiety is the results of his ADD not being treated and am afraid of putting him on Wellbutrin because of his anxiety. My own experience with Wellbutrin was disasterous. Has anyone here been treated with Wellbutrin for ADD, Depression and Anxiety all at once? If so, did it increase your anxiety? Did it help with the ADD?
Thnx in advance for any input.
Ess
Posted by mlsk on April 8, 2003, at 15:16:22
In reply to Wellbutrin for ADD - Inattentive type, posted by essence on February 13, 2003, at 9:12:23
Hi,
My son is 19 and has just started (since Christmas)on Wellbutrin for ADD. This is his first time on medication. He was the one who figured out he had ADD-he has never had any behavior problems, only school problems chalked up to "lack of maturity". Wellbutrin has made an unbelievable difference in his life. After stumbling academically for years, he is making the A's in college that he was always capable of making in grade and h.s. but couldn't--he could never finish anything or remember to do it or find it again after he did it. We tried all kinds of behavior modification techniques, study skills classes, etc. but nothing helped him until this. He also has probably had this since birth. A quote from him: It's not that I was unhappy before, but I am SO happy now. He has had no problems with any side effects so far. Good luck with your son.
Posted by paxvox on April 8, 2003, at 19:53:52
In reply to Wellbutrin for ADD - Inattentive type, posted by essence on February 13, 2003, at 9:12:23
Wellbutrin, IMHO, is safer than the amphetamines that are generally prescribed for this condition, and it is NOT addictive. It *can* be used to treat depression-related anxiety as an antidepressant, but works best with a benzo to take the edge off. I am not a younger person, but I have been using Wellbutrin for about 6 years now for depression (sub-classed OCD/adult attention deficit disorder)along with a mild benzo (Tranzene). This combination has helped me think more clearly w/o being to "hyped" up.
PAX
Posted by Essence on April 9, 2003, at 15:47:39
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin for ADD - Inattentive type, posted by paxvox on April 8, 2003, at 19:53:52
Thanks for the reply, things did not work out with my son while on Wellbutrin. Nine days into it he had a psychotic episode and had to be taken to the ER, prior to that he couldn't be left alone, he developed fears of being alone, of the dark and said he felt paranoid just moving from room in the house to the next. He also developed esophageal spasms which were quite painful for him, on top of that his vision blurred out on him, he only has sight in one eye so that was a major concern. He's back to himself again, although still struggling in school and back to his behavioural problems. Wellbutrin made a lasting impression on him with regards to meds and he refuses to try anything else now. I'm so glad things worked out for your son. I've read alot of positive things about Wellbutrin and ADD and for the most part it works, but for some, like my son, the experience is horrific.
Ess
Posted by mlsk on April 9, 2003, at 20:20:05
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin for ADD - Inattentive type, mlsk, posted by Essence on April 9, 2003, at 15:47:39
I am sorry to hear things not working out for your son. A dear friend had a similar experience with fears and paranoia on these types of drugs and is also having a hard time finding a way back to the light. I truly hope you find the right path for you both.
Posted by danseq on April 11, 2003, at 3:55:54
In reply to Re: Wellbutrin for ADD - Inattentive type, Essence, posted by mlsk on April 9, 2003, at 20:20:05
Wellbutrin did nothing for my ADHD which is severe, but then neither did Adderall or Ritalin. Wellbutrin maybe had a very very subtle calming effect overall, but it also gave me pretty bad tinnitus. That leaves only Provigil and Strattera as potential solutions. Keeping my fingers crossed.
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