ADHD Medication - Stimulants vs. Nonstimulants

I started a nonstimulant 5 days ago and i swear i feel the difference. Not in attention or hyperactivity but in executive function that ive always had huge issues with. Yesterday i cooked myself dinner for the 3rd time this whole year. I don't eat things that require more than 2 minutes of preparation, so this was a huge step for me. I managed to start working in the early evening instead of pushing it to the last possible hour like i would do always. Attention is still scattered and i keep forgetting and losing things, but what the medication did so far is just priceless to me.

I am 41, I started atomoxetine 10mg (non-stimulant) a week ago. It turned down my emotional dysregulaton, my executive function is better. Today I went to grocery, cooked, did laundry, did dishes. Earlier this was one week of doing. Forgetfullness and hyperactivity stayed, but I am not anxious. I like this new me.

Decades of pharmaceutical battles/doctors, and you managed to explain it to me better in just a few minutes. Thank you!

Can absolutely tell this video is made by someone who has adhd, because the visual diagrams being consistently on screen are an absolute JOY lmao, really appreciate that touch makes it easy to stay engaged and not drift off into my own thoughts as often <3

❤️Tip for Stimulant users: I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD combined type and started taking 36mg Concerta … The Dr instructed me to follow a method called “Holiday Drug” which means that you pause the medication once or twice a week preferably on weekends where you would need it the least … I’m not saying that it makes all the side effects disappear but trust me it’s literally the golden rule to get the best out of it for as long as possible ✨ much love guys

Holy crap, you can get TESTED for medication????? You blew my mind. I'm at the very start of getting a diagnosis, but wow. Thank you for this video, it helped a lot!

I can't believe I could have been tested for compatible medicine rather than just going through every variant available!! With every new thing I find out about adhd related stuff I feel like I've always been so lied to by my doctors 😔😔

Can we just appreciate how perfect this video is? not only is she conveying important information but she also put so much effort into making a COOL and very creative video. I loved this so much and it shows how caring you are to your target audience. Kudos to you!

This actually explained a lot of things about concerta for me. When I was taking it I always did so after eating my breakfast (huge meal xD) and it sometimes felt like there wasn't much of a different after an hour and through out the day (when its supposed to start kicking in). However for whatever reason I had this idea to take the meds 1-2 hour before waking up. Meaning I'd set an alarm before the actual wake up alarm, take the meds then go back to sleep. The difference was literally day and night. not only I woke not tired as hell (something I always suffered from) but I felt the meds and it was amazing! Seeing this video made sense to why that made a difference. Thank you!

This makes so much sense!! Thank you, I haven’t taken adhd meds in years and i was having some bad anxiety over taking some new ones from my psychiatrist. There was so much i didnt know and this clears it all up!

This channel needs more subs. Very informative and well put together!

This is one of the more detailed but also simplified and well explained videos on ADHD meds that I've ran into. Thank you for investing time and effort into these videos! Well appreciated🙏

She super casually dropped Pharmacogenetic Testing like it's common knowledge I am shook!! Also, great video!!!

Thank you so much for this very helpful and comprehensive video about an otherwise very overwhelming subject!

This was the most thorough overview of medications. Thank you. I've been on this journey for almost 8 years now and no psychiatrist or pharmacist has ever tried to explain the mechanics behind it to me

I just wanted to comment and say this is a really great and clear video! I love the animations and it makes it so much easier to digest! I tried watching other videos explaining these medication and just couldn't sit through it (even though it's my field and I'm used to scientific talks). So thanks for making this ADHD friendly video :)

Thank you so much! Not only was this very timely for me (I have my first "let's discuss ADHD meds" appointment next week), but this is the first video of any kind in AGES that I haven't had to turn up the playback speed on in order to stay engaged. I watched the whole thing in one sitting without having to rewind sections due to tuning out! Your editing style and your lively speaking style are perfect for me, and I suspect for a large portion of your target audience.

Such a great video and so easy to follow. Much appreciated 🙏

So excited to check out your content. Need things to help cope with stresses of parenting while having adhd

Wellbutrin has been a savior for me. I used to take vyvanse for a year or 2 but I have extreme anxiety and insomnia I was going days without sleeping having heart palpitations and lost so much weight I was in the unhealthy weight range. Wellbutrin has helped me focus but not feel like I’m on speed if that makes since. however my brother says vyvanse is great for him and works perfect. It’s crazy how different our bodies are