I had my first visit with a psychiatrist
last week and she diagnosed me as having
moderate ADD (inattentive) and moderate
anxiety. I have had stomach problems for
years due to anxiety (nervousness,
restlessness, etc.) I'm not sure if they
are related, but my guess is yes. My
doctor wanted to let me think about
treatment options until I see her again
next week. My ADD is effecting my job
performance and relationship with my
fiancee (forgetfulness, lack of focus,
missing parts of discussions). I would
like to take medication for both my
anxiety and ADD. Do you have any
suggestions of what I could take together.
I know it will require a lot of trial and
error, but I would really appreciate your
experience and knowledge!!
Thanks
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I've been dealing with identical symptoms Posted: 07-26-08 02:03am
It really comes down to what works for
you. Some of the meds for ADD will give
you more anxiety and some of the meds for
anxiety will have sedative effects and
make you tired cranky and/or make the ADD
worse. Trial and error costs alot of money
and time, especially with the ADD meds.
I've tried almost everything for both and
the best solution is going to bed early
and giving up alcohol. I'm guessing the
ADD is worse in the first part of the day
and the anxiety in the latter. If you can
get to bed early and not drink it should
help with the lack of focus during the day
and maybe you should take something for
anxiety in the evening to help you wind
down so you get enough sleep. If you are
not a drinker you should try a mood
stabablizer like depakote but it's very
expensive even with health insurance. I'm
still up at 3 AM because of my mood
disorders. This is when I feel the most
relaxed even though I know I'll feel worse
in the morning. I have to go to bed now
but I think we have alot in common so I'll
get back to you 2morrow.
