r/adhdmeme • u/Sky_Geist • 2d ago

original content Vyvanse makes me focus on the wrong things

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u/Odyessius 2d ago

Replaying memories of cringe from 5 years ago? My go to 

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u/Ok_Paramedic_5914 2d ago

I have a whole library of cringe memories in my head dating back to 20+ years ago.

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u/Sal1160 1d ago

“Man, I still feel really bad about what I said to him in kindergarten “ - me, 36

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u/yeppomoon 1d ago

Oh, you too?

My cringe sometimes makes me cry. Omg.

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u/GroovynBiscuits 2d ago

Same. But I at least focus on the right stuff for like half the time...up from way less whole unmedicated.

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u/PetulantPersimmon 1d ago

Yeah. I spent an hour Windexing my windows tonight because... I'm not sure why. But I was laser focused on it until it was done.

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u/AlbatrossMinimum9349 2d ago

Works fine for me.. for a few hours. But those few hours I feel normal and can do normal people things

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u/DeadEnoughInsideOut 2d ago

Haaate the wear off period, it's like my mind needs to make up for the obsessive thoughts and unengaged distractions all at once

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u/Pale-Teaching6392 AuDHD 2d ago

Talk to your dr. You can take an IR during the wear off period (typically a low dose) which will temporarily increase the stimulant levels as Vyvanse slowly works its way out of the system. Then since the IR wears off faster the weird end of the stimulant period goes away quicker. (This is a very reduced explanation since I don’t have much time. Just know there are things that can help).

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u/DeadEnoughInsideOut 1d ago

I've tried that before and the it definitely helps a lot. I've only tried Mydayis a handful of times and from my experience it doesn't have the same problem with the harsh wear of period, however it's effects on focus/motivation are a lot more milder but also more consistent than other medications so not of a trade off. Ultimately I find a mix of xr and ir works the best for me

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u/Pale-Teaching6392 AuDHD 1d ago

I can’t not use Vyvanse since it’s the only stimulant that has a slow enough rise/fall to not drive me insane. I’ve been told that my ASD likely makes me a ‘lil’ sensitive. Also can’t use any IR above 5mg without feeling… weird.

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u/GeneInternational146 2d ago

My workaround for this is to be doing what I need to be doing when it kicks in. It takes about an hour to an hour and a half to be at full capacity for me, depending on what I eat for breakfast. Otherwise I'll be doing the "wrong" thing for like an hour before I can switch

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u/Pale-Teaching6392 AuDHD 2d ago

It gets me stuck on my special interests too much. Albeit I like my special interests so as long as I don’t get stuck on anxiety stuff again I’m happy.

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u/Crabcakefrosti 2d ago

It made me very randy.

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u/Zabsempai 1d ago

That happened to me too, on the 40mg dose. It made my hyperfocus way worse and suddenly I'm eight hours in to repotting every plant in the house without having any food or water or breaks and my brain is convinced that if I don't finish it perfectly the world will end.

But then doc and I cut it back to 30mg and it was much better. I can actually start tasks and do them "good enough for now" instead of perfectly. I actually notice when my body is telling me to stop, now. (Sometimes I still choose to ignore it because reasons, but at least its a conscious decision now and not a compulsion.)

So...idk maybe reducing dosage could work for you?

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u/Asleep_Assistant_468 2d ago

Have you ever talked to your doc about Strattera (Atomoxetine) op? It’s not for everyone but I’ve tried both and it really turned down the volume on my overthinking. Tyvense turned me into a lil business man 😅

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u/Tall_Swim_1850 1d ago

Did you use them together?

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u/Asleep_Assistant_468 1d ago

No but I’ve seen that being done before (worked in a pharmacy once)

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u/StupidIncarnate 2d ago

Can we get a second sewer pipe having to now drown in AI output and having to paree theough it?

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u/Dominarion 2d ago

It helps me more alert to threats. Great for driving. A source of anxiety otherwise.

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u/Dimencia 2d ago

You just gotta find the right game or whatever to overthink about, like Factorio. You still aren't getting things done, but at least you're able to sit down and have fun for a while, which isn't usually an option

And if you can force yourself to do the things you need to be doing before it really kicks in, then you can usually keep doing them

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u/Dahlia5000 1d ago

You drew this? It’s great.

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u/PickledBrains79 21h ago

I don't like this picture, it is creepy. Why? Oh yeah, brain is wrong.