i took adderall for the first time and this is what happened

[@NatureIsleTwins]

the braid didn't have to disrespect you like that

[@kathyminsey9013]

Kai Foster

[@MsCapi]

🤣🤣🤣

[@cranberrie16]

I recently started adderall too and experience the same thing you were talking abt with how calm you feel. It's wild lol. The second day I was on it I just sat on my bed for like an hour basking in the feeling of having no thoughts and being able to actually control my emotions

[@rawminimalist9043]

Same here

[@KimmiePie1]

No thoughts...at all? Not trying to be rude Btw I’m just wondering

[@mrsx7944]

@@rawminimalist9043 what dosage did you start at?

[@raeRenae1]

@@KimmiePie1 lol girl no thoughts I just got a diagnosis waiting for my medicine now I’m actually scared because I want it to work

[@surrealcuts]

@@KimmiePie1 I'm sure they mean intrusive thoughts

[@champagneproblem3010]

something that’s helped me with the self deprecating jokes is giving myself sarcastic compliments. like instead of “im so dumb” change it to “i lost my id, im SO smart”

[@alegria1813]

Girl the amount of times i lost my ID 🤡

[@suburbangrl5569]

I do this too!!

[@rattian1976]

This is how I stopped a lot of involuntary and instant thoughts. I would lie to myself and say the opposite of how I felt in my mind. It absolutely helped. Replacing negative thoughts can be crazy.

[@nataliasierra9286]

i was on adderall for 2 years and it made me a straight A student but it also made me dangerously underweight, something im still recovering from 2 years later. my best advice for appetite is to eat BEFORE u take it, otherwise you wont eat at all. also carry water with u at all times bc it can give u terrible cotton mouth

[@kikipadmore758]

tip for ppl with ADHD on adderall: try to eat a big meal before you take it so that even when you haven’t eaten much throughout the day you at least set your body up with some calories/nutrition

[@WilliamsPinch]

Literally. If I don’t eat breakfast first, I end up eating virtually nothing.

[@tailorforeman7082]

Pro tips!!!!!!

[@dlcrme]

Just make sure you wait an hour to take the pill after eating b/c it might interfere with the absorption of the medication. Also, avoid eating anything that contains Vitamin C before or after taking your pills.

[@mrsx7944]

@@dlcrme why exactly do you have to avoid vitamin c?

[@zet7670]

@@mrsx7944 vit c (acidic) lessens the effect of adderall (alkaline). increase vit d instead.

[@kb9753]

i'm about to graduate college and just got diagnosed/started adderall. i honestly feel cheated because i've been struggling with school for nothing 🙄

[@Camille-ci2fd]

This was my situation before I graduated high school but it’s helped me everyday in general especially in college.

[@Michelle-xx5ye]

Me too

[@imanivaughan]

Same

[@Mz1219Ryia]

Literally me

[@mrsx7944]

Girl!! I am furious. If I got started on this in high school l'd probably be president of the United States by now!! 😂🤣

[@grlfrmvenus]

definitely one of my top 5 favorite youtubers.

[@brookelynnhunter]

I’m looking for more KZbinrs to watch who’s the other four?

[@AmariWrightsil]

who are the others?

[@grlfrmvenus]

Double C, Trinity, Aliyah Simone & I can’t think of the other rn.

[@grlfrmvenus]

Oh yeah: Pretty Boy XO / xo, mickayla those are both of her channels.

[@joellewilliams599]

“i’m only thinking about the fact that i’m not thinking” never related to something more 😩

[@lexieslay]

I really love your vibe and honesty. I feel like people don’t show their real personality online, but I feel like you’re always authentic. I hope you success and happiness, whatever that means to, because you deserve it.

[@juvonilopez2084]

I take Adderall for my ADHD, too and I have to caffeinate if I plan on doing any actual work. I get really relaxed and will literally sit in silence for hours because it’s so nice not needing to have any background noise and my mind be so still.

[@MuvaEarf]

Your videos are so raw and I think that's what makes me stay! It's refreshing to see life through the lens of a realist.

[@tjedu.d]

These braids be so disrespectful just falling outta nowhere like that 😭😭

[@DeeYouWylin]

Girl I made the same face when that braid dropped 😯😂

[@lisacarnegie1427]

Honestly it’s not for everyone. I was desperate and trying medication was a last resort. I was actually surprised when It worked. When I take it I can suddenly function, other people take it and....suffer. Idk just know yourself.

[@mrsx7944]

Are you from Pittsburgh by any chance??🤣🤣 Just asking cause of the last name. I live in Carnegie PA.

[@mrsx7944]

What dosage did you start at?

[@lisacarnegie1427]

@@mrsx7944 I started on 20 vyvase. And I didn’t feel a difference, but going up to 30 worked so that’s where I’m staying for now.

[@lisacarnegie1427]

@@mrsx7944 lol no I’m Canadian.

[@lisacarnegie1427]

@Blue Dream it was working about a year and then it started giving me muscle spasms so I stopped that right quick.

[@NtandoMbele]

Problem with mental health issues, the root cause if never resolved... Struggled with depression and anxiety for 3 yrs... Just got the hang of a solution early this year... I can even say I'm happy and feel way better.... I don't do much but I stopped taxing myself for not doing much.... Stopped mentally punishing myself! Thoughts was one of my big problems. Going through old conversations again and again. Events. Decisions. Etc. 😫 Going through fails and lacks! Stopped all that. Eliminated triggers. Restored sense of belonging and put hope on future possibilities.... Take your time... One step at a time...

[@maddiesjourney7429]

I used to take Zoloft for my MDD (depression) and it made me feel like a zombie… like I was on autopilot when it came to me feelings emotions. Please be mindful of how this medication makes you feel. And it is possible to be mentally healthy without!

[@latia7139]

Same. I felt like what I felt like before taking Zoloft just no suicidal thoughts and my sex drive dropped like crazy.

[@iLuxorious95]

I felt the exact same!! I felt like tour guide Barbie while I was on it lol and i noticed that my sex drive dropped as well 😬 couldn’t have the big O at all

[@latia7139]

@@iLuxorious95 I COULDNT EITHER!!! It would either take like 45 mins to an a hour to happen or it just wouldn’t happen at all and I can’t live life that way, I had to her off those pills

[@beko____]

@@latia7139 I hear that, that’s one of my concerns with antidepressants. Did you find that you were able to kind off drop off / ween off the meds easily. Or did you have to wait a bit to be fully off

[@mrsx7944]

@@iLuxorious95 same with Wellbutrin. Zero sex drive.

[@nallelydelara7305]

unsolicited advice: what helps me with my appetite, or at least prevents me from starving myself from the addy is to first have a big ass breakfast(no citrus juices tho) then take it. that way I at least have some food in me. also go hard at the gym and that makes me hungry most of the time. hope that helps

[@EACHONETEACHONE09]

Can I please ask why no citrus juices?

[@traceycedoit8042]

Yesssss Kai, I really hope you do consider going back to school, while KZbin is great , and we love seeing you, we really want you to be financially secure and from your previous videos you’re aware that most black content creators don’t make that much. I would definitely go back to school and just do KZbin as a hobby. But it’s ultimately up to you, whatever you feel is best.

[@WilliamsPinch]

🥴more student debt for a degree that she may not use… telling people to “go back” to school is so self-righteous. As a person with multiple degrees, only go to college if you’re 1000% sure you will need your degree to be successful.

[@traceycedoit8042]

Vonne Williams LoL okay .

[@deyanae4058]

im glad you fw it, it seems like your energy really shifted for the better

[@simonescorner]

Not the braid falling out 😭🤣

[@f.g.4904]

I figured out why I like your channel. You're like a real life Daria (90s MTV cartoon character!) Thanks for sharing your mental health journey, I'm sure you're helping lots of people.

[@tinaoliver7836]

This is the content that I love! As a little tip, make sure you drink a lot of water while you're on your meds. Also, make sure you get a good nights sleep (or at least try .. because life). I've been on the same dosage of adderall as you for the past couple of months.

[@Taayooo]

It’s the small wins! 🥳 glad this worked out for you

[@kriselvis4890]

reading books might help you keep your mind distracted when your depressed. I have bipolar disorder and it helps alot.

[@butslime286]

I take adderall and just start talking so much and that’s 30mg.. You are gorgeous btw

[@shinigamani]

it's exciting to see how much that very first dose of adderall helped you tackle your daily tasks kai! would love to see some adhd journey content. I was diagnosed October 2019 and literally could not get medication because of my insurance (we love americas healthcare system

[@mukadasabdullah3952]

More videos about your adhd journey please

[@1412souki]

Adhd meds calms you down so if it calms you down too much, usually the dose may be too high. A lower dose may work betted. Also some ppl do better on methylphenidate (Concerta ritallin), than Amphetamines (Adderall) - and vice versa

[@dawsoncarpenter2244]

It makes me tweak like a mother fucker

[@dawsoncarpenter2244]

I had to switch to vyvanse & its heaven sent

[@anemoemu3083]

Omg I have the same experience. ADHD medicine makes me sleep SO MUCH. I think it’s because I’m so exhausted by how hyperactive I am normally. It’s nice but if I don’t stop myself from sleeping then once it wears off it’s a waste. I did stop taking my medicine because it started to make me nauseous. But seeing how productive you are is making me miss it💀

[@robxn8871]

I love that you bring us along on your mental health journey 😭 you’re so transparent

[@kdcounseling]

It’s gets better as you get older girlie. Stay strong. Your awesome 😊

[@kdcounseling]

@@gainzovereverything7719 How old are you if I may ask? Yes I agree treatment will definitely help. I’ve been dealing with it my whole life as well, I am interested to see your perspective 😊

[@ImPerfectlyTwitta]

When a braid falls out. The audacity! 😂 Every time it happens I immediately thank god it happened at home and not outside!!!

[@brentfaiyaz3797]

I am very new to your channel, but im already hooked on to your videos, you are such an amazing person kai, i hope you keeep making such videos, there’s actually people out there who can relate to the mental health issues that you have so thank you sm for being you ♥️♥️

[@jaylaj.5749]

Thank you for being authentic and real!

[@rahbeeuh]

What I usually do is take my meds and then nap. Usually by the time I wake up the addy has kicked in. Not sure if anyone else does that

[@michaelh7527]

Get one of those prescription savings cards, or print a coupon from goodrx. Without the card, it's about 105.00 for 60 20mg tablets. With the card, it's 35.xx at a Walmart neighbor market. Just FYI, Adderall is a wonderful med that really helps me. I have a legal script and been taking it for over ten years. 1. Drink plenty of water. Dehydration with Adderall can make you feel really nauseated. 2. Don't try to experiment with it like many do. Don't say I feel good on one, wonder what two will do. 3. Don't take it after 5, you won't sleep well. 4. Protein shakes or nutritional drinks make it more effective. I don't know why, it just does.

[@amarakoko2672]

it feels like I watched you wakeup, i dont know how to explain it but i think we all noticed how you got successively less tired?, but yes please continue to update us on your adhd journey, i wish you the best, love u

[@Mrsashley82]

They had me on Strattera and i hated it! Felt like crap. I go to another therapist soon so hopefully they will let me try this. I was diagnosed with ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD and Social Anxiety

[@Goddess_Isis]

This is so timely. I relate to you so much and it's weird. I feel like I'm invading your privacy almost. I've followed and emphasized your journey since Jan and every single video is cathartic I too have adhd. And bipolar. And I most def prob depressed but who isn't. I do stupid shit like go to publix three times in one day for something stupid. Lately I've been wasting hrs listening to Harry potter audiobooks. Can and should I be doing more, yes, but things sweetly cut off in those moments, almost as good as a blunt. I wish my life was more interesting more fun, for me! But I'm usually in my bed cuddling with cat doing nothing of note. I also take Adderall as needed and had to jump through crazy hops just to get it and keep it. I WISH I could find therapy but insurance is a bitch. And even if I found one therapist are so textbook and useless. Where the doctors we see on tv??? Ugh! Ok. I awkwardly ask you to keep sharing your journey. I'll selfishly admit it's comforting to see I'm not as crazy or alone as I feel. And I thank you for sharing 🤎

[@mrsx7944]

Honestly I feel like they diagnose EVERY woman with BPD and depression. My docs always tryna tell me I'm depressed. They like to push antidepressants on females. .

[@mrsx7944]

I had to jump through ten hoops, run a marathon, climb a bldg, fight a bear and swim the great lakes, just to finally get an Adderall script.

[@hayleyfaith3726]

i felt this way too watching this vid x

[@TheINFP_Diary]

I just took my first adhd pill and I had the same very calming experience. Luckily I got a package handler/truck loader job from 4am-9am and it's the best job i've ever had, i get paid to exercise, so I committed to not taking my meds before work and only taking one pill a day around 12 pm, that way by 6 pm I will have come down and get adequate sleep.

[@alsopimpsoda]

I kept replaying the braid falling over and over 😂😂😂😂

[@KB-pg1bi]

Same, and the more I watched, the more i laughed😂

[@berrybomb87]

Let me say this is the realest video I’ve seen I will consider using it now

[@filmhashira]

Couch smoke sessions should definitely be vlogged 🔥🔥 maybe Q&A’s or just conversation topics 💯

[@liz8215]

You will build up a tolerance to it, so your appetite will come back, as well as your spontaneity (but still with the good side effects of it)

[@sonderson6363]

Lemme go roll a j for this😭😭👌🏾

[@egbeetah4032]

not the braid falling out gurl I love your vids

[@tierrabrown358]

This video was so comforting ❤️

[@ceci-something]

When you said "I actually lied..." I thought you were going back to CVS for a 4th time. 😂😂

[@abbieamavi]

When CVS called you, I wasn’t surprised at all bc same

[@lanisechilton5992]

I can’t be the only one who is thinking of the vine…. “Just got diagnosed with cool guy syndrome yesterday ✌🏾🤟🏾- So now I take adderall 😎 (neck movements)➡️⬅️➡️”

[@krissychilson7228]

I have the same diagnoses and find that talk therapy helps me learn to talk nicer to myself. Takes practice but am building good self talk habits.

[@asmrforintroverts]

have you considered a meditation practice? meditation is free, you can do it alone, and the benefits include: -reduced anxiety/depression -positive changes in brain circuitry for increased memory/focus -increased energy, self esteem -increased auric field or “vibration” which makes you magnetic to other high vibrational things -promotes a positive relationship with the mind

[@dolly20ify]

????

[@asmrforintroverts]

happy to have a conversation and/or teach anytime. this practice saved my life. IG is @cos.mental. live meditations coming to CosmentalTV here on YT very soon.

[@jmo1958]

“Only thinking about the fact that I’m not thinking” I felt the same when I was on medication. Just felt numbed out.

[@jaliyahmckenzie3903]

What happen to your dog?

[@mikaylam6747]

I’ve been denied/rejected so many times I didn’t even know they still prescribed adderall 😒

[@andreysimonov1667]

Thank you for your honesty and experience, appreciate you content.

[@lamisjones4125]

im so scared to tell my mom i need to talk to a psychiatrist abt getting put on adderall but its just getting so much harder to function

[@FreshmansDub16]

Did she get rid of her dog?

[@bigtemperancelithousex9036]

I have so many Obtrusive thoughts but when u played too blessed by rich the kid. I instantly wanted to be friends lol.

[@aurathenomnom]

Kai I would highkey just watch you play rocket league like, seeing your name pop up on my screen makes the day easier to get through so I'd watch absolutely anything you upload

[@JustKickinIt681]

I’ve been kicked out of college twice because I just can’t sit my ass down and do my work.i feel like everything have to be perfect to where I don’t have to get up for me to be able to do it..but I’m signing back up again 😂😂 third time the charm

[@trin9394]

Same, how’s it going??

[@BridgetteStadler-gg2bo]

If i didnt have an appetite on it that be common. With my adhd i forget to eat because im so distracted

[@aaronmoorer7144]

I screamed when that braid fell lmao

[@sizolwethunkutha5967]

"Coz I'm a dumb bitch" Same Kai, same😭

[@mandyjuelz]

Adderall is a great medication when taken and prescribed correctly. Unfortunately, I’m not on the correct dose yet…I took 10mg and I feel no different 🥺

[@Miyamelia]

Please please try to be mean to your queen . Self affirmation is key to happiness . U got this sis

[@imperfectworldimperfecthum5015]

Thank you for sharing this! Haven’t watched the whole thing but YES about the struggle with psychiatrists! I had one tell me to just keep drinking coffee 🙃 I now see a nurse practitioner and she’s awesome. I might make a vid on my experience with meds too. I think these kinda vids are so helpful.

[@Xxx-ht7uj]

I have been taking adderall now so this was nice to see someone talking about it

[@tiarasgibbs8487]

I also have ADHD and when I was In High school I was taken Adderall but I haven’t been taking it now

[@dorothydonovan1364]

I just got diagnosed with ocd and would love to hear about your experience with it :)

[@shawnjohnson7307]

I play QB full time dad as well to a 6 year old while playing QB at 23 I take me a few addys every few weeks when I wanna kick back and just relax lol I love them

[@okaygworl]

Wow this is so relatable 😭

[@waystorecovery]

With crochet faux locs I don’t experience any tension or pain

[@emsahen19]

I definitely relate to this. When I first started taking Vyvanse I was sooo calm, almost sleepy lol. My body definitely adjusted to it though

[@insall57]

I need to schedule an appointment with my doctor soon, I feel as if I might had ADHD. I could watch a movie and only remember 10% of it. I repeat instructions just to make sure I listened and once I'm told correct. I second guess myself and almost forget what I was told. So now I have guess or try hard to remember what I was told the first time.

[@CharismasJourney]

ok but your SKIN! you're doing sumthin right sis.. rip miss braid

[@KB-pg1bi]

Your skin looks amazing!

[@abbieamavi]

You going to your Bfs house bc you had food there was such a move 😂😂

[@ashleysimmons31]

can you make a video about your experiences with psychiatrists and mental health professionals

[@TrayCism]

I was on Adderall. When I got off of it the migraine I had after was unmatched. You should look into ayahuasca ceremonies at Rythmia in Costa Rica. I know someone who went and it healed a lot of mental trauma and ailments.

[@didi9126]

I've been playing life on hard mode this whole time huh

[@briannab7614]

Jaelah Majette makes videos about adhd if you’re interested in exploring more from a black woman’s perspective

[@kaytho5830]

Would not recommend taking advice from her.

[@insherahsworld]

this video definitely lifted my bad mood today 😊❤️

[@simoneninah]

I hope this is appropriate but you are so funny bruh damn💀 I came here to really get a sense of how it is to take the medicine but your ass sarcastic af💀💀💀

[@muunme]

Love and appreciate the transparency. Thanks for sharing.

[@locoloboification]

I came here to learn how addy may affect me.. I left just wanting to be your friend 🥺

[@MemeGreenn]

Can you tell us about ur journey on Zoloft

[@MemeGreenn]

Also add me on rocket league !! Lol Meme Melonlips

[@Sims2Lameria]

Lol the leaving you ID at CVS, proving the ADHD 🤣

[@tianna4411]

I'm 18 and thinking about getting diagnosed. Thank you for this video.

[@devynnanderson]

the drool took me tf outttt

[@AngelRodriguez-xi8xf]

don't apologize for ur mood girl😼✌🏽

[@GoddessRubyJade]

Sigh, I literally just got my prescription sent to a pharmacy today…BUT IT WAS THE WRONG PHARMACY 😭😭😭😭😭 so I was really angry with myself but then I realized this is just proof to the part of me that didn’t believe I had adhd, cause how did I have two weeks to confirm the address and still just mess up this badly 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@MartinAndGina]

Girl, just listening to you speak is interesting! I love your videos and vlogs

[@adds.111]

i’m glad you’re finally getting the treatment you need. it’s really nice to see you have some relief after you’ve been struggling so much. adderall has been such a lifesaver for me since getting diagnosed in april. this demon disorder sucks ass, and it’s even worse that we’re not even taken seriously by most psychiatrists. this disorder is honestly so treatable with medication, but they’re just like ✨nope✨ because the neurotypicals ruined that for us because they abuse stimulants. p.s: idk if you still read comments because i remember you mentioning that you choose not to, but we love and appreciate you and all that you do to lessen the stigma surrounding mental issues!!💜

[@thetropicallifeofjary5379]

I loved this video!!

[@Youeo203]

..but a mukbang. (I'm rooting for you, Kai!)

[@husnaazinhle3050]

Your arms thou ✨❤️❤️you're really putting in the work at the gym

[@lavishx8317]

I really want vyvanse again! Lost ton of weight. Was very focused Was very motivated

[@bluesweater8465]

Idk what it is about you but I LOVE your vibe. We would totally be friends

[@danielleamberconnell]

Although NHS gives us the meds for free it was a year till I got diagnosed and then a further 4 months for meds… and that’s fast! Some people wait 2 - 3 years for a diagnosis. So I guess we both have pros and cons for each country 😂 I’m glad I don’t have to pay though, how much is it over there?