Rethinking ADHD Treatment: The Power of Non-Stimulant Medication

[@phail_trail]

"...that 15 minute quick call can ruin your productivity for the rest of the day..." I screamed YES at the top of my lungs when I heard this! OMG WTF?! I totally thought I was alone but this is a thing?! Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@soirema]

same for me my dude!

[@racheloldridge4986]

Surely no one would actually be unaffected and just pick up from where they were?

[@soirema]

@@racheloldridge4986 its about the whole day, not just 30 min after the call

[@janicelindegard6615]

Someone please explain this to my boss! A two-minute email is NOT something I can do in the middle of another task.

[@roneedarby1746]

❤❤❤YESSSSS Ditto!!! She just explained my day in a way I could never clearly express❤ Also didn't realize my meds cause me to get things done in hyperfocus mode and any interruptions derail my day!!!! Set Shifting wow jacking up my day.

[@tayzonday]

What about bupropion? It is not a stimulant and approved for ADHD. I need Auvelity (mainly the Bupropion part) to address executive dysfunction, or amphetamines like Vyvanse are counterproductive. With no other medication alongside stimulants, I will hyperfocus on harmful/useless things, spending hours down the wrong rabbit holes.

[@jawansb]

I love u tay zonday, weirdly overjoyed to see you out here representing the neurodivergents.

[@BigEww]

From what I’ve researched Bup effects everyone differently. In my few experiences trying it out, it caused me insomnia which prolonged over a week and that’s when I had to let it go

[@DeltaNovum]

It's the medicine that worked for me the best by far. Stimulants help me relax and sleep or ill act just like you do. Alas bupropion had too many adverse side effects for me :(. Never heard off "Auvelity" though. I'll ask my therapist about it. Thank you for sharing!

[@DeltaNovum]

​@@jawansbI unintentionally stalk this dude, because he watches all the same well known and lesser known channels I watch. He always seems to pop up everywhere 😂.

[@amols2169]

Ariana what are you doing here

[@incorrigiblycuriousD61]

Wow, you just described my whole life. So you mean I'm not insolent, lazy, disrespectful, inattentive, rude, uncooperative, unproductive, won't pay attention and refuse to follow instructions or transition from one task to another? I was taught that I was just incorrigible and spent the first 40 years of my life fawning or disassociating to cope.

[@EsmereldaPea]

Yup. Me too. Plus 20 years. I've spent the last year and a half since Dx unravelling the damage. Not done yet but it's a remarkable feeling to have such a dramatic positive shift. (I'm on Strattera and take Provigil when I absolutely need help staying on task, which isn't often.)

[@iLoveTheBamx]

This. It's ruined my self esteem and contributed to massive family rifts and issues between my mom/parents and I.

[@realisticmystic444]

Right? Don’t forget the RSD - rejection sensitivity disorder 😣 wonder how different my life would have been had I known about rsd 20-30 years ago

[@MelissaThompson432]

I feel this.

[@tracicavitt5140]

Thank you so much for the great information. Are there any herbal supplements you can take for ADHD?

[@AnnaLilySnapeo3o]

I had no idea set shifting was the term for it! I always described it as “I can’t easily start or finish tasks, but I’m great in the middle of them! And if you disturb me, it’s the same thing over again.” Now I don’t need to use that long description! 😂

[@nijnij3988]

I really like your description too though :)

[@harenterberge2632]

Exactly, people always say that AD(H)D ers are only great at starting things, but I also feel I am best at the middle part. Starting is hard, there is nothing there yet, and you have to do preparatory work that does not give rewards yet. In the middle part things take shape, which is very rewarding, lot's of tasty dopamine. The end part is cleaning up, polishing, and doing reporting and administration. This things require high concentration and accuracy, but are not rewarding, and therefore extremely hard. In this stage you also see very clearly what could be better, which gives the feeling it will never be good enough, which is extremely discouraging.

[@serasilva8214]

I always called it difficulty starting and switching tasks 😭 it's so nice to see it's an actual thing and not just me. I'll spend hours doing one thing, but god just starting it is a nightmare. And I can't stop til it's over/I'm physically exhausted. If I *can* force myself to stop in the middle, I'll never get back to it.

[@rsinclair689]

Im more freight train than a sports car :-)

[@nicolebea9764]

Thank you! I have significant difficulty set shifting. Neurotypical people do tend to think it’s “dramatic” and such. I currently work at a company that encourages constant disruptions and they don’t understand how that throws me off. They can’t fathom how your whole day gets ruined by that. Fortunately, I have a few interviews elsewhere lined up. I’m tired of fighting for accommodations and being told, “This is just company culture.” 😕

[@autobotdiva9268]

L-Thenanine can help with that as well.

[@mastersinmenopause]

Good for you for advocating for yourself and then moving on. It sounds like they're never going to get it! I wish you much luck!

[@elizabethdelavega8304]

Answer Teams, work your emails, attend constant meetings, other webinars too, answer calls, take the notes about the call, and do your OWN work, impossible! The distractions are countless.

[@nicolebea9764]

@@autobotdiva9268 Thank you! I might look into that!

[@nicolebea9764]

@@mastersinmenopause Thank you so much! ❤️

[@kenhaze5230]

I think the phone call scenario is a perfect example. For me, there's also a risk that the hyperfocus will switch TO the phone call, and then, whatever I'm doing falls to the wayside. Incidentally, the time in my life where I had to focus the most was writing my dissertation on brain dynamics and phase transitions in brain states... albeit in ASD, but the general principle applies to to all brains. ADHD brain wants to latch on when it DOES get something engaging, and it's hard to break that, but when it is, the hyperfocus is reoriented towards whatever broke it. THEN getting BACK to writing, or whatever work, is extremely hard once again. It's fatiguing.

[@hbaker5905]

This is so my life! Every day, all day, especially at work! Thank you for describing me! I am going to pass this information on to some coworkers! My job is so much harder because of this "set"! My nursing career suffers because of this! As I have gotten older, it's had gotten so bad I get in trouble at work for being too slow in getting my work done! I get interrupted throughout the entire work day. The majority of the time it starts when I arrive n doesn't stop until my shift is done. Then....I have to finish all the stuff, which I didn't get done, that wasn't the actual "hands on" pt care. 😢 I'm so discouraged! What can I do to help myself?!! 😕

[@pres7178]

Yes exactly, just like me latching on to Tracey's videos right now when I should be going to work already LOL... I'm off now! 🙂

[@bellaluce7088]

@@hbaker5905 Nursing is such a high-demand profession I wonder if you could find different settings/specialty areas that require fewer interruptions? I know someone who was a hospice nurse and found the slower pace and emotional connections extremely rewarding. Maybe nursing forums would be able to offer additional ideas? Best wishes to you! ❤

[@AquariusGirl27]

@@hbaker5905 that is so sad that you’re working environment is having such negative impact on you, have you spoken with them to say you have ADHD etc & how they can be more supportive towards you and if there are others also with ADHD which l imagine so. Neurodivergent are incredibly important in the work environment they have so much to offer. Especially as your in nursing so under the umbrella of nursing. 💭🤞🏼Wishing you all the best & hope things can improve if not maybe being in a slower pace work environment would be more beneficial to you & your quirks 💭👍🏻x

[@tomaszfalkowski7508]

My experience with Vyvanse has been relatively positive, I have been taking it for over a year. I was diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADD), but the non-hyperactive version. I tend to have a low energy drive, which makes me procrastinate and overthink, and I have low self-esteem, and I often keep to myself. But when I started taking Vyvanse 40mg, I actually became more energetic, and I no longer procrastinate. I also noticed that my self-esteem improved, and I am more willing to engage in conversations with people. I think it's safe to say that Vyvanse helps me break out of my shell.

[@Manny007.]

❤️🙏

[@nathan.portwood]

Is the medication still working good for you? Do you have a schedule of medication "holidays" to prevent tolerance?

[@tlc2741]

Did you ever try adderall beforehand? Curious what the difference might be from Vyvanse

[@theDurgaLove]

Because it's speed

[@lefantthepainter]

I put on A LOT of weight when I was on guanfacine. I googled and found out that is not uncommon. Many parents noted their child gained a lot of weight while on it too. Some as much as 30 lbs!

[@TheGrimmy]

I never knew set shifting was a think and nearly cried once you described it. I have SO much trouble doing that that if people disrupt anything I'm doing it sends me into an anxious spiral. So I will definitely ask my doctor about Qelbree!

[@PrimroseFrost]

Thank you for giving me a name for my struggles! I have such a hard time with set shifting, and no one seems to understand how difficult it is for me to switch between tasks, especially if it's unexpected. Just like you said, it can absolutely mess up the rest of my day, but it feels like even people who should know better write me off as exaggerating. It is so helpful to hear someone validate that yes, it CAN be that bad, and I'm not just being dramatic!

[@ಟೆಸ್ಲಾನಿಕೋಲಾ]

I promise you ,the struggle is god damn real... I was a good student till 15 years of age, on my 16rh birthday,I got a laptop. I always had above 95percent attendance,after the laptop I use to fricking bunk the mid term exams just to play games,. Because I didn't had the power to switch from gaming to doing anything else...but my friends laughed about that,saying I'm just lazy... No I have a terrible disease called ADHD. Shifting from 1 activity to others are the toughest thing to do! I had to edit because I had lost concentration while typing and had typed greatest in place of toughest😅

[@snophysh44]

So watched this when you first posted this and it was like a lightbulb. I talked to my psychiatrist and landed on guanfacine (my insurance wouldn’t cover qelbree and it’s now approved for adults) I take it at night and my Vyvanse in the morning and I know these comments always sound cheesy or fake but it has truly changed my life and I would not have looked into this without your video. The threshold to start things or going back to things are SO MUCH LOWER. I can just do the dishes. I know longer get stuck in long social media spirals (I still get distracted but it’s easier to get back on task where before it felt impossible) Also the drop in focus/executive function during my luteal phase is FAR LESS. I was even able to cook the few days before my period and I have been keeping up at work!!!! No more excuses and “call in sick” days. I just…… thank you!!!!!!!! 🎉

[@bigpoppasquat6330]

I am amazed at Dr. Marks comprehension of the difficulties we face. This video resembles those made by people with ADHD to help each other.

[@stargazer9268]

Set shifting.... I have tried to explain this to people my whole life and no one has seemed to ever understand! Thank you for giving me the words to explain myself to others!

[@guildedbutterfly]

Thank you Thank you Dr Tracey. I'm 53 now and received a diagnosis as a fluke when visiting my Dr a few times and having breakdowns. Between the ADHD and set shifting and now menopause, I am so exhausted. My son is 13 now and has been diagnosed with ADHD and Autism. I wish I had known all of this when I was growing up. It explains lots of poor, impulsive decisions over the years. But I thank you for helping me understand all of this so I can get a hold of my own mind to help my son. Thank you😢

[@JohnHite-i2d]

It’s sounds like adhd is a fucking issue it is not it’s not a illlness sorry we are fucking different but if you can’t except that your son doesn’t have a problem

[@Jkempusa]

At 31 I actually got diagnosed with ADHD this year and got prescribed Strattera and it’s been working well for me. Started at 25mg and could immediately notice a difference in my attentiveness and ability to organize thoughts better(I like to say that it kept my cats all into one space). After 6 months I actually asked for a higher dosage(40mg) and it has been wonderful. Immediately felt like I could maintain focus on my many tasks all day and my coworkers have noticed that I don’t “buffer” nearly as often while I’m trying to think of the word or thing I was about to say.

[@conchitaharper4723]

Yes I guess that is why I talk so fast sometimes????

[@ece8893]

So strange that I didn’t observe any difference in myself even after more than a month with 40 mg :(

[@Jkempusa]

@@ece8893 every body/brain is different. If one medication doesn’t work for you, a different one may work better. I was just lucky to find one that works for me on the first try. Much like taking supplements or vitamins, they’re designed to bridge the gap that your body isn’t able to fill naturally, but if your brain has the lane of traffic already erected and functioning, then there’s nothing for that medication to do.

[@kuroenekodemon]

Yep I’m also on Strattera for my ADHD because stimulants spike my anxiety and it helps so much with my executive functioning issues as well as my anxiety disorder. I feel like I can do anything when I want to and it’s amazing to just do things and I’m still learning through therapy different ways of dealing with sensory overload and meltdowns but I improved so fast according to the people around me

[@zipbangcrash]

I just started crying when you gave that example of the 15 minute thing. It's so real.

[@DrTraceyMarks]

❤️

[@bethprather9241]

Im about there and praying is thosbtge answer God. These aren't addictive either or dependent i fight all the time

[@Kknderbueno]

Wait what? Stimulants aren’t very useful for executive dysfunction? NO WONDER I felt like they were useless to me. I struggle way more with executive dysfunction than with hyperactivity or attention. Omg I can’t wait to ask my doctor about this.

[@gordythecat]

Same. I find stimulants actually reduce my executive functions 😮 😢

[@arhansen85]

I’m currently finding the same thing. Or at least they’re not EXCLUSIVELY the solution. When I’m over stimulated by Adderall, I get anxiety. And get super pissed off but anything that breaks my focus. So Yeha, I think it’ll be like ghost pepper sauce. A few drops for a whole plate so to speak. I need to adjust down my dose

[@nathan.portwood]

To add onto this, Sometimes, the constant elevated dopamine from stimulants can over time lead to serotonin dysfunctioning which can lower executive functioning even further. Everytime on go on Stimulants, initially I may see some success the first few days, but it's gets consistently worse and worse from there. Those that have Executive Functioning issues may want to be mindful of finding a serotonin and dopamine balance as well with their protocol.

[@OrangeUaLemon]

Same. I almost feel like I’ve ‘ grown out of ‘ most of my adhd symptoms into my adulthood. The executive dysfunction however, is even more in my face now without the inattention and hyperactivity

[@denilla8034]

If you have ADHD and take a stimulant, it calms you down rather than up. But that's exactly what you need when your brain won't slow down. And that's the real problem with ADHD

[@BoyMama87]

I NEEDED THIS VIDEO TODAY!! THANK YOU!! I don’t have meltdowns often, but I had a total breakdown yesterday sobbing because my life feels so unorganized and I don’t know what to do! I don’t want to up my prescription of Adderall, because I already know from experience that doesn’t help. Everything you said is so spot on because the things I’m struggling with the thing ls you said aren’t covered by the stimulant. I will definitely talk to my doctor about that this month when I have to go back in. THANK YOU!! I thought I was just burnt out or depressed, even though I don’t actually feel depressed.

[@tyhampton7439]

She is amazing and a God send! Great presentations. Very educational. Her videos are captivating. I always look forward to her sessions. I wished I had her for my personal counseling.

[@DrTraceyMarks]

Wow, thank you! ❤️

[@Lexi_Con]

​@@DrTraceyMarks Agreed, your content & presentation style are exactly what I've been needing all these years, so grateful! At 50+ now I'm on SSDI for a seizure condition (really should be for TBI if not for atty & judge😬), yet ADD/executive function symptoms are the most debilitating. Docs (at least any covered by ins) don't know to help & just throw Rxs at me. Once I'd see improvement my ins. would remove it from their formulary. I've been a guinea pig for 30+ years & feel like I'm failing as an adult, despite high IQ, hard work & conscientious attitude when the energy is there. TYSM for educating so many & hopefully bringing empathy & understanding! ❤🙏🥲

[@brandinshaeffer8970]

You are the reason i never got on Xanax. I'm watching friends try to quit these sorts of drugs and am so thankful i found you and that i listened!

[@noraaa8479]

Why

[@termitreter6545]

Xanax is the opposite of stimulant tho. The ADHD stimulants generally dont cause addiction.

[@vaingirls9719]

Thank you for talking about set shifting. I hadn't heard the term before, but I instantly recognize it as one of my MAJOR symptoms.

[@achill6080]

God Bless you Doctor!! My life has been going downhill and I finally see that there might be a light in my future! I guess people don't quite understand how difficult living with adhd can be.

[@yee3771]

So hard…

[@astyanax905]

thank you very much, it's nice to see someone with a MD giving sound medical advice in an easy to understand way.

[@benf101]

Set shifting... good term. When I'm pulled away from a task I always feel like I need to reconstruct my entire thought process to pick up where I left off. It's like all the thoughts I had vaporize into nothingness and I need to go find them again. This video is a very well organized and articulated. And whoever edits your videos is pretty good too!

[@rubbersoul79]

You gave my struggle a name. Set shifting and I’m the worst at it. THANK YOU for your to the point never rambling highly helpful and necessary videos. I feel less broken understanding myself.

[@milakohen630]

Making a video while being a bit sick - respect!!!! You are a treasure!

[@ToototabonToototabon]

Tracey - THANK GOD SOMEONE MENTIONED THIS !!! No one has ever ever said it, I’m always thinking about it and recently decided to put boundaries in with what jobs and social engagements i will accept, because i CANNOT switch between tasks, without going mad. No one believes me. They think I’m just being selfish or eccentric. And some are cruel to me- they just deny i experience what I do. So But I’m going ahead with it because i need to stay (somewhat) sane, and make life bearable. If i have to interrupt the day to go somewhere, I cannot get back on track- the day is DESTROYED. Im best when i do one thing all day or for days at a time. Someone said it !!!! Yay!! (I wont be taking drugs though- but your saying it out loud and naming this problem is something wonderful for me because now I can go looking on the internet for others with this.). Oh my. What a relief.

[@ShaadJamari]

This is exactly what I’ve been trying to explain to my therapist and doctor about the type of adhd I have. Thank you for this

[@derekfnord]

Thank you, Dr. Marks! Your description of problems with set shifting, and how stimulant medications aren't ideal for dealing with that issue, could have been written specifically for me! At least 80-90% of my ADHD challenges are with set shifting. That, plus the fact that I don't tolerate stimulants well because I have a heart condition, means I am definitely going to talk to my psychiatrist about Qelbree!

[@argonionlaser488]

Dr Tracey Marks always hits the nail on the head with her descriptions of psychiatric suffering. She goes above and beyond.

[@jonathanberry9502]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🧠 *Introduction to ADHD Treatment Challenges* - Overview of ADHD symptoms and the limitations of stimulant medications, - Executive dysfunction explained in relation to ADHD and its impact on daily tasks, - Introduction to the need for non-stimulant medications to address executive dysfunction. 00:58 🔄 *Understanding Executive Dysfunction and Set Shifting* - Detailed explanation of executive dysfunction: planning, time management, and emotion control, - Importance and challenges of set shifting in individuals with ADHD, - Real-life implications of interruptions on productivity and focus. 02:24 🚂 *Limitations of Stimulant Medications on Productivity* - Explanation of how stimulant medications can affect hyperfocus and productivity, - Insights into why stimulants may not fully address executive dysfunction challenges, - Potential issues like tolerance, interruptions, and their impact on medication efficacy. 04:20 💊 *Introduction to Non-Stimulant Medications for ADHD* - Overview of available non-stimulant medications: clonidine, guanfacine, atomoxetine, and viloxazine, - Historical perspective on the approval and usage of non-stimulant medications, - Comparison between stimulants and non-stimulants in terms of efficacy and side effects. 05:47 📊 *Comparing Strattera and Qelbree Efficacy* - Detailed comparison of Strattera and Qelbree based on recent studies, - Insights into the mechanism of action and effectiveness of Qelbree, - Discussion on the potential of Qelbree to reduce executive function deficits and its impact on stimulant use. 07:13 📈 *Promising Results of Qelbree for Executive Dysfunction* - Emphasis on the promising results of Qelbree in improving executive dysfunction in children, - Considerations for using Qelbree in adults based on study findings, - Insurance and prescription considerations for accessing Qelbree treatment. 07:41 🌿 *Mental Wellness Promotion and Conclusion* - Promotion of mental wellness products and resources by Dr. Tracey Marks, - Encouragement for integrating mental health conversations into daily life, - Conclusion and acknowledgment of support for mental health awareness and education. Made with HARPA AI

[@realxistic]

Hi Dr. Tracey! Thanks for this video 🥳 I was switched from Vyvanse to Atomoxetine. I have Anxiety and later was diagnosed with Autism and noticed such a big difference with my fidgets and tics. This video is super helpful for those looking for other options. ❤️

[@marleymckenzie59]

thanks for this comment I was on elvanse stimulant been so bad . Now been put on strattera and scared to try it. I got diagnosed with autism last year at 36,

[@marleymckenzie59]

Elvanse is the same as vyvanse xx

[@Monroestevens306]

I love your channel. Thank partially to you I have be officially diagnosed and now receiving treatment for my ADHD. Im on a non- stimulant medication and it definitely has helped with my executive dysfunction. Thank you 😊

[@wolfdreams2000]

THANK YOU, Dr Marks 😊 Being recently dx at 62yr old, im learning what it actually means. I appreciate your videos 💜

[@crow_feather]

WOW! This is AWESOME! I've been taking Strattera for years because the side effects of stimulant medications have always been so horrible for me that they outweighed any of the benefits that I got from them. But even at the incredibly high dose I take, I've always felt like while it's good, it's not as helpful as I would like for it to be. This new medication could really be a major game changer for me! Thanks so much for bringing this to my attention, Dr.Marks! I am most definitely going to be talking to my doctor about giving this a try!

[@wallycola5653]

Sameeeee

[@Headhunter_212]

Same here. My job requires huge amounts of Set Shifting and boom! An entire day is cooked.

[@onebadlas]

Dr. Marks - you have helped change my life! I even got my own Psychiatrist watching your videos. Thank you so much, you are a beautiful person inside and out! Sincerely, Leslie from Nashville

[@Martinbeef]

That’s great. I completely get the phone call distraction. It’s high enough to get focus on something to have it interrupted. It can spoil my whole day sometimes. I have been given diagnoses of 5 personality disorders. Borderline, Attachment, depressive, histrionic, and another I can’t remember the name of. I have been left just on Escitalopram in the U.K. with no other help. I’m trying different things because I want to feel better. I also am dependent on opiates after surgery 13 years ago. I am also HIV positive in that I did have an AIDS diagnosis 24 years ago and survived obviously, but I have so many problems which I can only try to get help for because no one will help me. I’ve always have problems with getting distracted. For example, I have been learning how to write music, but even though I love to compose I can never finish anything. I have 100’s of unfinished songs and pieces of music. I’m sorry, I know this is a lot and I don’t know if anyone will read this, but I do hope so. I’m trying Brahmi to help me focus and have a little less stress and it does help it seems. I hope it will help me. Is there anyone out there who could help me go on a better track? I have so much to give to the world.

[@damianjones6546]

I used to have the same problem with music. I never finished anything! Had loads of ideas, I guess that was the fun and exciting part. Actually getting something finished was the boring and mundane part so I didn't bother.

[@avril.227]

I was going to say Benzo meds because they hit the Gaba receptors, but it sounds like that is what you are currently taking. (calming the brain) Have you tried taking a non-stimulant with a Benzo? I’m currently taking a very low dose of Gabapentin with Adderall and it has killed my creativity. So I’m all for asking my Doctor about non-stimulants now.

[@lolomcspanky]

If you haven't done trauma therapy, look into it. I know nothing about your life, but even if you don't have childhood trauma, your experience in the medical system was traumatic. I've been very surprised how much easier it is to manage my adhd and physical illnesses after dealing with unaddressed trauma. It just makes your whole life harder. Good luck!

[@LMG7]

Omg how did I not know any of this? Thank you this explains so much why my ADHD colleagues will look at me like I'm crazy about my issue with interruptions and trying to get back to work.

[@kevkeisha]

Learning about this because of my son’s recent diagnosis. Also learning about myself and my own childhood struggles. You are a gift to social media! THANK YOU!!🙏

[@rvpark8327]

Set Shift is my biggest hinderence and its very difficult to manage in my job. Its been an unamed mystery to me until this video. Thank you so much for putting a name and validity to my daily struggle.

[@vans4lyf2013]

Thanks so much for this video! My biggest struggle with ADHD is executive funcitioning e.g. task initiation, being able to visualize the steps of a task and how long it will take, especially with long projects and it completely debilitates me. It causes me major procrastination and task avoidance issues. I was so disappointed when the stimulants helped with focus but didn't help with any of these other issues so I still have major issues with consistency. The first day I took atomoxetine I felt like I was finally in control of what I paid attention to and could take or leave things that usually completely consumed my attention. However, unfortunately I wasn't able to take it regularly and fully titrate it to a stable does because it had a host of side effects like excessive day time sleepiness. I hope to restart it and be consistent this time. I really hope it will help with my executive dysfunction.

[@L1ttlef0ot]

What time of day did you take your dose? Some people do well with taking it at night to take advantage of getting better sleep with drowsiness, but for some reason my body reacts to this medication with exactly the opposite (insomnia) if I take it within 12-14 hours of bedtime. But now I’ve been taking it for almost a year now and it was the first prescription I’ve ever tried to help with managing ADHD, after trying for decades and failing at every other alternative (I’m 25 and my parents didn’t want me to try meds when I was younger). It has made a huge difference but I do wish it didn’t have side effects, especially sleep disturbance and dry mouth in my case.

[@autobotdiva9268]

my 22 year old has a hard time with EFD also. so i make his weekly lunch menu for work BUT he has to pack his lunch. set a timer on google nest for him to do so. if i didnt make him a list, the bag would be full of chips and juice and them come home and binge eat.

[@shellcross]

I was diagnosed at age 52. The diagnoses was one of the best days of my life. I at least knew what was "wrong" with me. My next milestone was finally finding the right medication for me. I currently use a stimulant as well as a non stimulant. I know it works

[@sueyu3603]

like what? And what do you feel now? Can you sleep well now.

[@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz]

my mind didn't get quiet and the intrusive thoughts didn't stop until I got real stimulants. Vyvanse was my first one i tried. I have control over thinking. Nothing pops in on its own and repeats/loops, being all annoying. What do I want to think about? I can choose. So I choose not to think about stuff that bothers me. BTW, I'm almost 40, and this is the first time I got to see what it's like to have control over thoughts. This is a big deal, because my mood is greatly affected by my thoughts.

[@therideneverends1697]

Thats kind of how i describe it, if anything i think the "Getting quiet" for alot of people is actually just overstimulation from too high a dosage. For me at the right dosage it does absolutely nothing to limit my flow of thoughts, it just speeds me up enough mentally to catch up to them and organize/prioritize

[@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz]

@@therideneverends1697 interesting about the overstimulation. i know when I feel overstimulated, i feel agitated/jittery/speedy, and sometimes twitchy eyelid, and uncomfortable in my skin, but my mind isn't quiet when I feel like that.

[@therideneverends1697]

@@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz For me overstimulation feels like extreme lethargy and tiredness, that "Uncomfortable in your skin" feeling and difficulty thinking clearly/extreme irritability

[@rashatarakji2858]

Do you also have ocd or Bipolar?

[@Mrs.WyldRice]

Vyvanse gave me headaches and BAD acne that took a month to get rid of after stopping. Made me feel like a zombie too. Hated it.

[@lunsolicited8084]

This was so comforting to watch. Yesterday I made a heavy-hearted decision to start medicating my 8 yr old son’s severe ADHD. He has incredible difficulty with executive function and what I never heard the term for until I watched your video, set shifting. He’s had an awful school year and has been unfairly labeled a bad child, even though he has an IEP in place and he goes to occ therapy weekly. His grades, testing, and even friendships/relationships w/peers suffer greatly as a result of poor executive functioning and set-shifting. Because his impulsivity gets the better of him in most cases, my wish for him is to break free from the constraints holding him back from being the best version of himself most of the time and being confident and successful in his academics and sports. Your video has really solidified my confidence in choosing Qelbree for him. He’s in his last week of the school year so we’ll have the entire summer to level-set, so no rush to try stimulants. His experience in 3rd grade is looking bright! Thank you, thank you!

[@npollack71]

Hi, I also am struggling with giving my 9yo son Vyvanse and he’s been on it for a month and now back off. He’s been having aggressive behavior w me and wanting to see his mom, who he hasn’t seen in over 1.5 years. He’s super focused on something and it’s very difficult to get him off that track until he “checks that box” . Hope your son’s summer goes well.

[@lizfa01]

Thank you- I struggle with executive dysfunction daily and it can be very exhausting. I have the struggle of task shifting and get very frustrated if my hyperfocus is disrupted. I can make me look bad to others and is very embarrassing. I will be talking to my doctor soon about medications to help.

[@Sarah-tq7wk]

Thank you, thank you for making this video! I have felt so unseen because the executive dysfunction is the hardest!

[@ldjt6184]

Thank you, Dr. Tracey. You're a super high-functioning wonderful human being.:) I trust your advice above the rest.

[@LMNNT]

Hi Dr Tracy 👋 just to let you know that you have saved me and my mom. We live in Korea and your videos are doing what doctors can't afford to do for all patients regardless of how crucial education is. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@RobG1729]

If someone is deeply engaged in a demanding set of tasks, any interruption could disrupt the progress. A co-worker on software design and debugging made that point when somebody stopped by to ask "a quick question."

[@apt_get]

I have never seen a video like this so clearly explained *and* sourced. Insane respect

[@TheS4ndm4n]

I'm an adult with ADHD and I've been on Atomoxetin for a couple of months now and I can absolutely conform everything you said. The other drugs have made me feel like I'm in hyperfocus 24/7 until I ultimately ran into some kind of Problem and stopped taking them for a day or two. Thanks for explaining, that it may have been those forced set shifts, of which I get loads every day, that made it feel like the stimulants aren't working.

[@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz]

I'm a guy and I was on atomoxetin for a few weeks, and it gave me weird sexual side effects. like delayed ejaculation, which is... ejaculating before the actual feeling good feeling of it comes. It was strange and messy to not get a warning that it was gonna happen.

[@yunki_]

@@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz Bro wtf that's crazy

[@TheS4ndm4n]

@@BigIndianBindi-jy1cz Well, um thanks for mentioning that. I experience the exact same thing. It's like bro, I'm not done here, why you makin a mess? Also when I don't take a pill, it stops happening the same day. It's really weird and kinda annoying, but the stuff is doing so much for me, that it's a small price to pay.

[@xneptunianx]

This was perfect timing! I’ve been wanting to get back on medication and I want to try stimulants but I’m worried about the side effects. I already have low appetite and I know going on stimulants will really affect that even more. Thank you for opening up the conversation about other options outside of stimulants. 💜

[@bentaylor7193]

Don’t go on stimulants if you already have a low appetite. I workout and play football and 230 lbs and I still force my self to eat if I don’t forget to completely

[@juliannehannes11]

Depends on if you have innattentive adhd or hyperactive adhd

[@odjz3r0]

You have not talked about Autism, as there is link to some of what you are talking about. I was on Straterra(and the side effects were not great) but its effect was not as good as my vyvanse and dexamfetamine, I found them more effective. Also my executive function issues have more to do with my autism than my ADHD, I have a physicists and psychologist helping me with both ADHD and my Autism. As some background, I was diagnosed as an adult(late 40s) and also have Dyslexia / Dyscalculia. This was a great video, really happy I ran across this channel :)

[@maryblue75]

I never heard of set shift. Some time ago, before i started concerta i was telling my relative therapist, that things are so difficult that between any task i had to take my phone, scroll, and then when i felt better, could continue the task t hand. This meant, i always, always, sat in the car for 15‘ doing nothing, to be able to continue that. I lost so many hours!!! But now its all in the past! Its a miracle. I started concerta & tyrosine, which totally breaks the cycle of endless background thinking and feeling, it makes the brain go silent! The tyrosine i mean. It has to be taken in 2x doses to hve effect all day -7am and 13:00 … i only need 10% of the 500mg pill at every dose. Be aware, dosage and timing is everything. Also, tyrosine completely erased the 17:00-19:00 crash and end of day emotional depressive vulcano . The concerta on its own did not help with the hyperactive thinking feeling sadness. It helped me be functional physically, but it did not help in the inner/thinking part of the functioning. Tyrosine is like a body double, this is how i would compare it. The equivalent of your best friend shadowing you and where your brain knows it does not need to worry because your are taken cared ..! After 4 months i still cant beleive this endless torturous burden was lifted just like that. Still, i myself dont beleive it.

[@sardalamit]

Thank you. In the middle of the video. The hyperfocus point hit it right on spot. I work best i just do that: no eating, no sleeping, no nothing...just jump in and finish the work! IF i take a break..oh wow! I am just understanding this!

[@annm4833]

Thank you Dr Marks for this information. I have executive dysfunction problems and this video will help me talk to my Dr about treatment options for me. Thank you!

[@TravisPluss]

@DrTraceyMarks I have been treating ADHD for about 3 years now with my psychiatrist. She is amazing; she figured me out very quick - I had no idea that I had ADHD. Your videos have been invaluable for my anxiety, and now ADHD treatments. The knowledge I learn from you help guide me in my communication with my doctor and have cut the amount of discovery-time to a fraction. I feel as though I am so close to “curing” my version of ADHD (inattentive). Thank you!!

[@Brett_trejo11]

I remember few years back after my wife died, I was left alone with 3 kids. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with bipolar. Not until a friend recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment changed my life for better. I can proudly say i'm totally clean for 6 years and still counting. Always look to nature for solution to tough problems, Shrooms are phenomenal.

[@canerbakar-jv2si]

Sure of mycologist Pedroshrooms..I'm so very happy for you mate, Psilocybin is absolutely amazing, the way it shows you things, the way it teaches you things. I can not believe our world and our people shows less interest about it's helpfulness to humanity. It's love. The mushrooms heals people by showing the truth, it would be so beneficial for so many people, especially politicians and the rich who have lost their way and every other persons out there.

[@Owemruther-hk4zn]

Where do I reach this dude? If possible can I find him on Google

[@joethomas-x6q]

Yes he's Pedroshrooms. I know few friends who no longer suffer ptsd and anxiety with the help of shrooms. Never had to take shrooms after then.

[@SergenYld]

I too love hearing about others that have made it back.I got addicted cause of a car accident in 2007 that I am still in pain from,that doctors say is only arthritis then they took my pain meds and put me suboxone since Sept 2nd 2021. Even if I take it or not I still have that pain, so afraid I'm gonna get sucked back in to the pills cause I can't even work but can't get disability either so idk what folks like me do but prayer is all I have done and still the pain so idk anymore 😢 sorry for rambling. Just searched on chrome and sent him a message. I would really love to go with this treatment as well

[@Marylongor]

Ive done shrooms last month in my house. It taught me how severely traumatized I was from alcohol. I healed from many mental traumas from my past and was able to forgive, let go. Shrooms to me is a remedy not a vice. I even felt more refreshed the morning after. So no hangovers. No depression mood for days. No anxiety.I now have a more calm mind

[@Coffenstein]

My god it felt like you were describing me when you spoke about patients complaining about their meds wearing off to quickly! I definitely notice a massive difference in my mood and meds when I am constantly interrupted when focusing on tasks, this was a huge eye opener for me thank you.

[@patrick0griffith]

Should be noted that while I believe Quelbree can be very helpful and should be looked at as a solid alternative to stimulants- I’ve experienced awful migraines getting started, missing a dose or two (like when I’ve ran out and had to wait on insurance) and tapering off. It’s not that I wouldn’t recommend, but the migraines should 100% be mentioned as it’s not uncommon and I know some ppl might have a severe sensitivity to that. Anyways great video! More ppl should know about these options!

[@Michael-jq5pf]

Sad but glad to see this response. I tried strattera and instantly brings about all-day-long headaches that don't stop unless I stop the drug. And even after 3-4 weeks, zero notable benefit in attention. Not worth it imo.

[@kathleenrandle8225]

Same

[@therideneverends1697]

My problem with all of the non stimulants also is the inflexibility, with stimulants you just take them when you need or want them, need to go to work or school? go for it, want to paint, draw, do whatever your hobbies are? go for it, but dont want to take any that day? then dont. Theres no ill effect and they will work just as well when you do want to. I want to have the ability to modulate my mental state as needed for the situation at hand, IR adderall or dexadrine let you do that, the long acting stuff kind of takes it away but atleast you can skip days, stuff like this? not on my radar, i dont want to have the freedom to choose my state of mind limited.

[@Waevform]

Stratera never worked for me as a kid. Waited over a month with no results. Had to go back to stimulants

[@ModMINI]

I started Qelbree about a six weeks ago. I had some drowsiness/constipation side effects but they passed after a few weeks. There is very clear executive function improvement. I'm less overwhelmed, less impulsive and more aware of my mood and energy levels. I've been able to time box activities and avoid day-long hyper focus (Pomodoro) . Still struggle to do the boring things but every week is better than the last. I'm sleeping better, too. I took Zoloft (sertraline) before with similar side effect profile. This works better than that. If Zoloft works better for you than Lexapro, and you have ADHD / depression, Qelbree could be an option.

[@potatoes_are_fine8679]

"Problems with Set Shifting", executive dysfunction 🤯 Feels like the other half of a puzzle I have been trying to understand about myself for ages This is literally life changing, thank you 🙏

[@kedeeky]

I’m so glad I kept pushing for another option. I’d taken Adderall for 2.5 of the 3 years that I’ve been diagnosed. I was frustrated that the meds only lasted long enough for me to give 100% to my employer, leaving my personal life up in the air. I’ve been taking Qelbree since June and it has been a game changer. I’m thankful that I’ve had a positive experience with it.

[@avril.227]

Would you mind explaining briefly in what ways it helped?

[@Elle-om4nf]

Did your insurance cover it? Mine currently isn't.

[@Waevform]

What changed for you on that medicine?

[@kedeeky]

@@Waevform I found that I was better regulate my emotions (anger is a big one for me). I’d been able to sustain routines (working out, eating enough food, daily journaling/planning), was getting consistent sleep thanks to my sticking to a sleep schedule, not AS forgetful, and had better impulse control. Since my original comment, my insurance has stripped me of Qelbree and forced me to take Straterra before I can get it back. Months of progress have gone down the drain and I’ve been struggling because the stuff doesn’t work. Everything I mentioned above, I haven’t been able to do for the past couple of weeks. Fun times.

[@kedeeky]

@@Elle-om4nf They covered it for months…until right before thanksgiving when they decided it wasn’t medically necessary because I hadn’t taken straterra first. Now, I’m suffering through straterra (not working for me at all) while I wait for the appeal process. I don’t have words strong enough for how much this sucks.

[@harenterberge2632]

It is very useful to have words now to express why I get grumpy when somebody interrupts me when I am doing something. I struggled hard to get in this concentrated state, now I have to start a new.

[@chrisc.1668]

This is the exact video I needed to see, answering the exact burning question that has been plaguing me. I can't stand stimulants and the blunting that comes with it and like Dr. Marks said, does nothing for executive function. I'm going to ask my doctor about these non stimulants, it honestly feels like the executive stuff is an even bigger issue than the focus, tho I guess they do go hand in hand. Perfect presentation, thanks Doc! 😊

[@alextully5888]

I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was 6. This is the first time I’ve heard anyone talk about set - shifting. Also I’m on my fourth week off my ADHD stimulant Concerta due to the nation wide shortage. It was so hard at first but this video is helpful. Thank you

[@AquariusRising]

Dr. Marks, thank you for your engaging videos and your knowledge of mental health in general. It is so impactful how you present your information as well as how much time it takes to put in for content creation. A+

[@ahmedavdic4128]

00:28 🧠 Stimulant medications like Adderall and Ritalin, commonly used for ADHD, may not effectively address executive dysfunction issues such as disorganization and time management. 01:56 🔄 Executive dysfunction includes challenges like set shifting, the ability to switch attention between tasks, and it can significantly impact productivity. 03:22 🚂 Stimulant medications may induce hyperfocus, making it difficult to transition between tasks, contributing to mental jumbling and productivity challenges. 04:47 💊 Non-stimulant medications like clonidine, guanfacine, atomoxetine (Strattera), and viloxazine (Qelbree) can be alternatives addressing executive dysfunction in ADHD. 06:17 🔄 Qelbree, a newer non-stimulant, showed promising results in a 2023 study, demonstrating effectiveness within a week for children and two weeks for adults, reducing the need for stimulants. 07:13 📈 Qelbree not only showed efficacy in reducing ADHD symptoms but also demonstrated a significant reduction in executive function deficits, offering potential benefits for adults with ADHD.

[@MikeFromNashville]

Thank you so much for your videos. You really help me understand and identify the traits I have. Even though I was diagnosed with ADHD in 3rd grade. I’m thankful for that because it made me aware in my life to be aware of not sticking to jobs. There is so much more to learn. I’m 49 and in all the years I would have loved to hear the things you are taking about now. I’m thankful for you Dr. Tracey. Thank you so much. You really make a positive difference. I understand so much more now.

[@AlbAy537]

GOD BLESS THIS DOCTOR. I WISH SHE WAS MY PSYCHIATRIST. What a knowledgeable and well spoken woman.

[@nedkent5239]

I quite a hardcore coffee addiction and switched to Yerba Mate. It definitely helps me treat my professionally untreated ADHD. Been untreated for ADHD since our politicians scared all doctors in my area from prescribing meds for it. PS - we have literally about 2 Psychiatrists in my area (who are never accepting new patients).

[@bhutjolokia6990]

I am Autistic/ADHD and I have to give you a little insight on the reality of executive dysfunction, and the answer lies in some autonomy of thought. My monotropic thinking only has a limited number of things on the days list, and our thoughts prioritize our main focus. We have the ability to follow our minds' eye and not question our motivation during our free time. We also have the ability to have a structured job and should be a good fit for self stimulation to maintain good dopamine and serotonin releases throughout the day. This allows better mental well-being and better focus on the task at hand. If I never question my motives and follow my thoughts, there is never an issue of the self fabricated executive dysfunction by merely questioning my motives. The perceptions need to change first because we have it all wrong. I have answers, and I'm waiting for the right person to recognize that I am a very unique thinker and what i say makes sense when lined up. 👻🤪🌶♾️©️

[@cinnamonthecat9661]

This is such a perfectly timed video. I'm on my 4th day of Qelbree right now, and compared to my experience on Wellbutrin, I feel pretty damn good. I was so against the idea of getting on another anti-depressant / non-stimulant medication after my experience with Wellbutrin. I just thought "I don't have depression, so what's the point in taking it?" -- But after just a few days of taking Qelbree I'm feeling a lot better in terms of emotional regulation, my mood is higher, I'm getting a lot of stuff done & the best part is that I don't have the side effects of Wellbutrin. Wellbutrin made me feel hooorrible, on my 3rd day I was practically disabled by the side effects & couldn't even get up to do anything. Next week I'm gonna be upping my dose of 200mg to 400mg & I'm honestly excited to see how things will go from there.

[@jamesf8783]

Really? I thought qel took weeks to start seeing affects?

[@argonionlaser488]

@@jamesf8783It takes weeks to reach therapeutic levels. However, medication usually starts working instantly (same day) and will alter your mental and physical wellbeing very rapidly. For me, I feel the effects of Wellbutrin within a few hours after taking it.

[@insidiatori9148]

@@jamesf8783in the video she said one week

[@cinnamonthecat9661]

@@jamesf8783 For me I am seeing improvements much sooner. I'm sure max efficiency will hit within 2 weeks or 3. But for me it was almost immediate. Might be because I'm sensitive. Last night I got laundry done while I was tired, that's something I'd never do willingly without some internal influence like a substance LOL. Big wins.

[@kedeeky]

Did you start with a trial set too? I loved the idea that I was able to test dosage and decide for myself. 400mg seems to be my lane. I will say, I was tired as hell the first one or two days of starting and switching the dose lol. Lots of naps.

[@sheldonpaige4ever921]

This is absolutely true. As soon as I can focus something takes me away

[@avril.227]

I’ve found that Adderall gets me going, less concerned about what to do. But going from Admin to customer relations and back again, I get overwhelmed and floored. (Anxiety goes into overdrive) I appreciate the broader perspective on the add-ons.

[@therideneverends1697]

Consider trying dexadrine, its very similar but with a bit less of a "Lock on" feeling, if thats causeing you a problem

[@PattyACano]

Dr. Tracey you are one in a million! I really enjoy learning about Mental Health with you! Thank you very much!🧠

[@ZentaBon]

I tried strattera. It didn't work for my focus, but it did help my emotions come under check. I can only do my job and stay focused on it with a stimulant (after cycling through MANY of them to find one that works well for me with minimal side effects). Trust me I've tried. Continuing, I was able to combine a stimulant med with stratterra, and it worked great except it didn't treat my anxiety. So instead of straterra i am on the smallest possible dose of Zoloft PLUS the stimulant med and it works the best for me. To boot, the Zoloft treats my anxiety symptoms really well and my other crazy moods. No strattera now but it helped me calm down enough for long enough to help me a lot.

[@jazzzmo7]

I'm kinda in a similar boat as you, except I Don't have issues with anxiety. It has worked great for my hyperactive symptoms and emotional regulation, but has done NOTHING for my inattentive symptoms. The anxiety that I used to mask is gone, so I can't brute force my way through set shifting and focusing anymore. I love what Strattera does help with, but right now I'm a cool, calm airhead. I'm hoping a stimulant will help, or maybe Qelbree will; I'll ask my psychiatrist

[@panthercat38]

This journey has been a non stop discovery of things i have always delt with already have a name, ive been on an island emotionally my whole life 😮‍💨

[@0xmmn]

you sound sick, wish you speed recovery Dr Tracey♡

[@bonniestrode6159]

I coach college students with ADHD and this is a very helpful overview of the possible meds they may be using. Thank you!

[@jenjibur]

Thank you for this! I've been thinking about getting back on meds. I tried so many several years ago before landing with Vyvanse. It worked for a bit, but, just like you described, it seemed to lose effectiveness over time. I know I tried Strattera, but I can't remember why I decided to discontinue it. I'm going to talk to my therapist about Qelbree & see what she knows about it. Everything you described about executive functioning is where I'm lacking, especially set shifting! I lost my last office job because I couldn't shift between tasks efficiently.

[@TGBTG007]

Thanks for this. I’m waiting to have my initial assessment, addressing EVERY SINGLE THING you mentioned. It’s a struggle…affecting my job performance, management, organization and overall quality of life. Thanks Dr. Tracey!You have a NEW SUB’!

[@jaimeduncan6649]

I swear. You are smart as hell and you describe things to a “T”, just perfectly. You talk about things that other “Dr.’s” seem to avoid or just won’t get straight down to the nitty gritty. I have a host of issues, lol, (issues resulting from specific, long lasting incidents/problems) but never saw anyone for them. But, I sure wish I could talk to you a couple of times. You’d get it and I know you could fix me right up. It’d be so nice to feel good again..

[@iamwell5654]

I’m 57 years old and now I am finding out this. This is me 100%.

[@lagatitabruja]

I love learning about treatments. I was diagnosed at 36 and adderall has worked so well. I don’t have many side effects so I’m grateful for what it’s done for me. I don’t believe on being on it for life but for right now stimulants are working for me

[@johnmoore1495]

There’s nothing wrong with staying on it for life, don’t let other people (or yourself) treat you like a drug addict.

[@ryanpagliaroli5087]

Thank you so much for making these. You get so much valuable information across really concisely, massive benefit.

[@Finkeldinken]

Thank you for the update! I'm really sensitive to psych meds, and I completely tanked on atomoxetine. I hope something like Quelbree will be available to me in the future - especially if I end up developing intolerable side effects with my skin with lisdexamphetamine like I did with methylphenidate. I really hope I don't because we're running really low on options re meds for me. All the best - I'm glad new treatment options are on the horizon!

[@therideneverends1697]

If your in the US and some parts of europe desoxyn is an option, alot of times skin side effects come from peripheral stimulation, same stuff that raises heart rate, BP, drys the mouth ect. Desoxyn has the least peripheral effect of any prescribed stimulant.

[@gearheadthegreat]

I never had a word for this. Set shifting! Definitely gonna talk to my job about nonstimulants I struggle with this alot!

[@cleansoapmind]

I love the fact that medicine is moving away from stimulants. They always made me agitated after a while. I decided to wean off of them but then noticed I couldn't think anymore! This subsided after a couple of weeks, but I decided to live medication-free. What helps me is regular weight training and aerobic excercise, calcium/magnesium/k2 in the evening, oligomeric grapeseed extract, ceylon cinnamon extract, ginger juice, eggs (yolks) for choline, fish oil, some other vitamins/minerals - all backed by medical research. As well as reminders on my phone.

[@soirema]

Yeah but how to keep doing those with adhd :c

[@the.modern.cookie]

​@@soiremashe probably doesn't have ADHD if she's able to buy and track all those supplements AND do two different types of workouts AND set and follow reminders. Ridiculous how some people diagnose themselves and then tout how they don't need actual treatment lol. She doesn't need the meds because she doesn't have ADHD.

[@cleansoapmind]

@@the.modern.cookie I have been properly and elaborately diagnosed, so quite rude and ignorant of you to make assumptions. I also did not say I did all of that every day without fail. And as these strategies and supplements work, the symptoms get suppressed and manageable and everything gets easier. It has been a process of years, but I stay positive. Learned helplessness does you no favors.

[@cleansoapmind]

@@soirema see reply above

[@therideneverends1697]

@@cleansoapmind Learned helplessness does no one any favors but neither does telling people fish oil will fix their problems

[@crescentdarklight]

I'm going to look into that last one. I'm already on a high dose of one medication, and on the highest they'll give me for vyvanse, and I still have a lot of issues that just make it impossible for me to do regular tasks for long periods. I struggle so much with doing regular things I just..I'm looking for a way to live better. I appreciate your putting these videos out, because for me personally it has helped me have more control over my life.

[@vanessac1965]

Untreated trauma and a frozen nervous system causes problems with focus and organization, no one is treating this, it's getting designated to the adhd basket. We're also judging productivity by very recent environmental demands in a post industrial setting.

[@matthewquinn6172]

If you are already predisposed to adhd, depression, or bipolar, trauma can make these much worse. Trauma also manifests like these as well.

[@bellaluce7088]

It's important to remember that just because other things can mimic or worsen ADHD it doesn't mean ADHD isn't real and deserving of treatment. So many of us have been gaslighted about that. 🤔🧐Some things that have helped me understand & heal trauma even withOUT a therapist: - Pete Walker's Complex Trauma: From Surviving to Thriving (he also has short articles on his website : - ) - Bessel Van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score (there are many KZbin videos and articles about his concepts for those who don't like books) - googling things like "how to calm the nervous system after trauma" and trying things out (e.g. the 5-4-3-2-1 technique, simply taking a walk, or looking at nature) - For CPTSD trauma from a tricky childhood, the following channels by licensed therapists have TURBOCHARGED my healing in a way numerous therapists IRL never did: - Patrick Teahan - Ingrid Clayton - Dr. Ramani. Putting productivity expectations in the broader context of other cultures and human history definitely helps me. ❤

[@13odman]

💯, everyone is on meds nowadays.

[@StephA21319]

I was surprised to learn buproprion can help with ptsd symptoms like you describe

[@arberibert5756]

Nah theres no proof for your claims. I bet you are a graduate of tiktok University 😅

[@K3zz21]

Never heard the term set shifting but the way she explains it is exactly the reason I ignore most calls

[@Shubhamgaming-n9p]

For everyone reading this, finding the banned book called “the hidden herbs” by anette ray should be your top priority

[@IIITHRIII]

Yeah no, there is a reason why this book isn't on Amazon. It's a scam. If you take a look at the website you will see it SCREAMING scam.

[@AquariusGirl27]

I have seen it advertised on KZbin. Is it a scam then?

[@saritac2118]

@@AquariusGirl27uh yeah. I’ve seen lots of MLMs advertising. Or “sign up for my free workshop” adverts. If they pay their fee what does KZbin care?

[@aaaawqer1233]

In the comment section? If yes, then it's scam, because there are bots to upvote this commend, and advertising this shit. It's how comments looks nowadays.

[@seanaskrent9404]

Watching this makes me finally feel like I'm not alone. I always thought there was something wrong with me - sometimes I still do... I was diagnosed with ADHD, but my mom always argued with that "I was not ADHD," which made me question the doctor and whether or not I was just dumb or broken. After getting on medication my GPA went from a 1.8 to a 4.0. The changing gears is huge, and I never thought about it until now. I'm great at doing that off of my meds, but not while on them.

[@cesaralexander1319]

ADHD so bad, I can’t even focus on the video teaching me how to understand it to get better

[@shedtva]

What a great video. I am currently on Vyvanse, 70MG a day. I've tried almost all the medications. If I remember correctly, I started with strattera. I have tried it on and off, with or without other medication. I would always have side effects, like sexual. Delayed or strange orgasm. A few year ago I was on bupropion with vyvanse. I think that it made me sleepy? Anyhow I stopped taking it. But I am trying better to improve my sleep but also watching my nutrition. Especially anything that my body uses for neurotransmitters. As Now I am raising mostly alone a six year old boy (I also have a 19 year old daughter who has been diagnosed with ADHD) I am focused more on learning and understanding ADHD. Especially in the aspect of the development and delay of the prefrontal cortex, and the aspects of executive function. It is huge in understanding myself and my children. Especially in the emotional aspect. Self-image etc. Thank you for the video, new subscriber here. And than you for anyone reading. I look for to watching more videos on this channel but also reading comments.

[@MR.F30]

Same here, now switching back to Vyvanse I think its the best overall. Was at 70mg as well.

[@the.modern.cookie]

What I'm finding is that it doesn't matter how much education we have on ADHD. No doctor wants to treat it or even talk about it.

[@johnmoore1495]

Yeah it’s really hit or miss. My therapist fully believes I have it, but my psych NP treats it like a joke.

[@thelordisgood62]

Idky

[@PaxHeadroom]

​​@@johnmoore1495Shop for a new psych NP if you can, that's not a good relationship. A good psych should make you feel understood and take your concerns seriously even if they aren't certain of your diagnosis. If they have an idea for a differential diagnosis that's something they need to discuss and clarity with you.

[@Genntry]

Little voice of hope: my psychiatrist and therapist are committed to trying different meds and listening to how they effect me. There are professionals who can and want to help. I wish they weren’t to rare to find.

[@MattThornton-og4xo]

Thank you for your effort and communication about ADHD and options to improve our mental wellbeing. Thank you, Dr Marks

[@janedoe678]

I'm on a combination of buproprion and atomoxetine, and while I definitely miss that "in the zone" feeling I got my stimulants, everything else is so much better with this combo. I'm better organized, less impulsive, and more in control of my emotions.

[@MossWaffle]

Bupropion inhibits the enzyme that metabolizes atomoxetine thereby increasing its effects. Have you noticed this in taking them together?

[@HolaMindy]

Atomoxetine has made a huge difference in my ability to handle basic household tasks, like doing the dishes. It has also reduced my anxiety around exciting but big planning events, like prepping for hosting Thanksgiving, which I've always loved but also put me into a slightly unhinged amount of over focus for weeks ahead of time. This year I was much more chill in my planning and the prep was way way smoother.

[@sugarbunify]

Have you experienced a lot of side-effects? :) My dr told me I have an option to choose between Atomoxetine and Guanfacine and I haven’t been able to decide which I’d like to try first.

[@Vespyr_]

Just started on Adderal xr and though I like how it makes me feel it doesn't really do much for getting me reorganized or motivated at all, and I feel fried the day after.

[@ModestNeophyte]

My primary Dr put me on this, and I do really struggle with executive function. I definitely understand what you said about set shifting and free flow mode!

[@mikegager]

i take Intuniv (guanfacine) and its like a night and day difference. my biggest adhd issue is impulsivity and intuniv has worked wonders. i used to buy stuff from amazon i didnt need like every day (i guess id get a dopamine hit when receiving packages) and since taking the medicine i literally havent bought anything in almost 2 years. i know that sounds weird but its huge for me (and my bank account). also helps with focus at work and keeps me from zoning out and surfing the web when i should be working which was a big problem. i should mention i was on adderall and even the max dose (60mg iirc) did not help me at all. i didnt notice any benefit from it

[@mariaromanell]

hi i was wondering how many mg you are taking. do you tske before bed? i am but only 1mg. thinking i want to try 2mg

[@mikegager]

@@mariaromanell hi, i take 2mg before bedtime

[@mariaromanell]

​@@mikegagerthank you. I'm scared of side effects but i will probably nove to 2mg soon

[@mikegager]

@@mariaromanell i honestly didnt notice much difference moving to 2mg. try it out you can always go back to 1mg if you get some side effects. only thing i had was some bouts of low blood pressure (i would get dizzy when i would stand up) but those only lasted a couple of weeks