First Day on Concerta / ADHD Journey / Part 1
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- This is a vlog of my first few days on Concerta for ADHD. This is my first time taking medication for ADHD.
I apologize that the video is so long, I just wanted to share my detailed experience with the medicine.
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Your realization of "is this what everyone is walking around doing?" Is exactly how I feel taking meds. It's like because you have lived this way your whole life you don't know any different. Like putting on glasses and realize what you have been missing. Glad you have gotten diagnosed and are getting help. When I started meds I thought I was struggling with depression and anxiety but the meds for ADHD took away all of my depression and anxiety symptoms. I have stopped hating myself finally.
I went like the first 15 years of my life without glasses and when I got some and put them on I could see the stars clearly for the first time and it was amazing.
I’m hoping I’ll experience this too, have just been diagnosed (at 29) and starting concerta tomorrow. I’m hoping that the depression and anxiety go away as well because it’s all routed in low self esteem due to never feeling like I’m meeting my potential and not understanding why. Glad it lifted for you and I hope you’re still feeling lighter 💜
My concern is if they will work forever? I'd like to live all my life up to my potential as normal people do, not just some years until I develop a tolerance
@@AoifeCRyan how has this month been?
Damn that's powerful. Congrats, keep up the good work. You're worth it.
Saying to an adhd person that this is an excuse for not keeping up, its like saying to a person with no legs that there is no an excuse for not being able to speed it up. The difference is that our disability is invisible and the world ( at least in Greece where I come from) is not seriously willing to support people with adhd or any other invisible disability. I’m on day 2 on concerta and I’m 37 years old with two kids, listening all day my life, how lazy and shellfish I am. My diagnosis was the best thing ever. I feel you to the bone and wish you only the best. Xxx
Thank you so much! I wish you the best as well!
I feel you! I believed I was just lazy and lack motivation for so long. How have you found concerta so far? I’m starting 18mg tomorrow, praying it does some good!
Yes. Just got diagnosed today and gonna go grab my medication tonight. I feel embarrassed, but its also a relief to know that I'm not lazy and procrastinating just for the simple fact that I'm lazy. After this rough journey with online schooling in college with a toddler it became very clear to me that something might actually be wrong and I'm not just lazy, and looking back further it makes so much sense. In highschool I could never sit through a single class, was constantly walking around the hallways and half assing everything and barely passing.
@@alyssarosexoxo5496 the fact that you’re in education with a toddler AND ADHD needs saluting lol, you’ve done amazing even if it has been a struggle 👏🏼 I started my meds on Wednesday and it hasn’t been quite what I expected so far. I’ve found it quite brutal tbh but I’m persevering with it hoping they stabilise. Just giving you the heads up in that it may not be plain sailing to begin with (but fingers crossed it is and works for you first time!). Good luck 😊
@@danialicek thank you so much! That is so kind and I really appreciate that! Yeah took my first med this morning, and I'm definitely feeling WEIRD. I can definitely focus better. I've been able to get things done without thinking too hard about it. And I'm able to actually stick to one thought at a time without bouncing between 50 different things in 1 minute. But time feels like it's going by SLOWLY and my body just feels like it needs to run or something. Also not very hungry. I'm hoping the body feeling goes away, because everything is seems to be helpful so far.
I'm 42 and just received my official ADHD diagnosis less than an hour ago. My doc prescribed me Concerta and this was the first video that popped up. It is absolutely UNCANNY how similar your experience is to mine. Watching this video made me feel like someone was reading my life story aloud. The panic attacks, anxiety, forgetfulness - even the sticky notes and the MATH ANXIETY!! I used to read books and loved school (except the math!!). I swear my mind is one big JUMBLE and it's been working overtime just to do the bare minimum.
How are things going with concerta, I was prescribed to take it a week ago, but I am still learning a lot of good and bad things about it.
@user-vd4iw6zh7j The I tried to fill it at 3 different pharmacies, and neither had it available. My doc ended up prescribing me Ritalin after calling around to see what pharmacies had stock available. I feel absolutely no difference with the Ritalin, but it's a small dose. Hopefully I can start Concerta soon because I really need it!
These meds are miraculous, I had all the same experiences, its like putting noise cancelling earphones on my brain, felt like I could finally pay attention to what I need to get done, stop resisting tasks, approach completing tasks in a linear manner, developed an awareness of time passing, approaching routine tasks like sending emails, cleaning my room etc no longer felt like I was preparing to run a marathon. No more mental negotiation before completing a basic task. Its a miracle honestly.
Dude I teared up when you said "I didn't know I could remember things"
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I relate to this hardcore. I took my ritalin this past weekend, and i went from completely laying in bed doing nothing to cleaning my house for the first time in 6 months. And i felt nuts for the past year or so, like so anxious, every sound, movement all that was way too overwhelmimg and scary, and when i took my ritalin everythinf quieted down (literally) and i was able to actually relax. And instead of feeling like im constantly falling behind, i actually felt like i could settle for a sec
This is literally me right now, I just started meds this week and I'm cleaning while listening to this. For the first time in probably my whole life, I'm wanting to clean, organize and am doing it while multitasking listening to this video. It honestly feels like a dream
@@SumireIsrafel I recently got diagnosed with ADD (inattentive) in moderate range. I want to take medications but also I am scared. In some articles I've read that you go on building tolerance level and in some I've read that after some time our body hit the extreme level and does not need to change it again. Do you have any idea about this?
Who else watched this in 2x?
Also girl I totally understand you. I always hated math and it just never clicked no matter how hard I tried and that includes sciences that are math oriented. Thank you! This has me thinking about also getting tested once I do more research!
Me...but still felt like she's speaking too slow.
I didn’t until I read your comment. Loving it!
2x.. absolutely, gotta watch everything at 1.5-3x or it doesn't hold me attention
😂😂😂 I think we all watched it in 2x
hahaha totally
2x faster option rules!!!!!
I think its important to remember there is rarely ONE solution to an issue. She's taking meds but hopefully she's also working on good executive functioning skills as well (ex: taking notes, to do lists, using google or voice reminders or phone alarms/timers, time blocking activities and a host of other tools).
There are some great books and you tube channels about self-discipline and other great habits that we ALL can develop. FYI: a 46 yr old mom with ADHD of 2 of 3 kids with ADHD. Reminder that we need a toolkit and not just one tool.❤
can you suggest some of the channels?
@@doulbeyob CZcams Channel: How to ADHD
ADHD is the new Black (more humorous but relatable)
People that have helped me with mindset:
Patrice Washington
Valorie Burton
Les Howes
Les Brown
Bill Proctor
Esther Hicks
David Goggins
Books: Atomic Habits
12 Week Year (kind of advance in my opinion)
Redefining Wealth
The Alchemist
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Not Books but something to look up;
Time Blocking Method
Second Brain Method for info/priorities
Ho'oponopono Method to release unforgiveness (this was helpful bc so many of us dealing with this challenge are so hard on ourselves and hard on others)....this has been good for my spirit as I try to get things together and aligned for my purpose. Blessings!
On of the Worst things abou adhd is i cant express my thoghts in words and phrases i end up saying meaningless things 😅 like this gets in my nerves
Yes I am always rambling lol
Thank you for mentioning how so many people go “oh but everyone gets forgetful, everybody gets anxiety and loses focus…” not realizing this happens to me EVERYDAY throughout the day!
This is my current situation. I was finally diagnosed with ADHD and begin concerta. Thank you for sharing your experience ❤️
So happy I found this video. It is like you are speaking my life. I am also a Black woman, just diagnosed ADHD and historically had trouble in math. I am rooting for you! I got my degree in biology and did everything I could to not let math stop me from pursuing something I love. I am the same in wishing I got this help sooner. I wanted to go to medical school and studied very hard, but ultimately a lot of factors made me choose not to pursue it, and my doubt of my intelligence was one. I am not mad either, I still do great things. Excited to get this power late versus never!
I’m also a human. I’m sorry, I am the same race as you, but I need to ask why did you feel it was relevant to mention it on this video? I just honestly don’t see a good reason to even think of it that way. We’re all humans, adhd affects everyone of all walks of life….god bless ! Thanks for the video it was very informative !
Same here Olivia. People can’t fathom what we go through dealing with ADHD
I think you’re not as “bubbly” because it’s a shock to you right now how you feel. I’m so happy for you that you are doing this. I’m 40 and decided enough was enough and got diagnosed with adhd-inattentive and depression. I’m doing this for me and my daughter. We deserve a better me. I’m so proud of you girl. I’ll be following along. 😘🥰
Thank you so much! Here is a video update! czcams.com/video/4plYnuESJ-Q/video.html
Who else scrolled the comments section while her voice became background noise..I hate this 😆
I have to pause it or rewind lol
Thank you for this video. I recently was diagnosed with ADD( inattentive) currently on Adhansia. Listening to your video about how you struggled in school. Made me dig a little deeper in my struggles. I found that i may have dysgraphia( writing) during all of school I had to rewrite everything. Problems writing what I'm thinking. Years, telling myself that I was dumb. BLACK FAMILIES NEVER TALK ABOUT. From my own journey and struggles, looking into getting my kids tested.
From my journey, my mom got my little sister tested and my 23-year-old brother got tested. both are now diagnosed with ADHD. It explains a lot. I have another video I am doing about a learning disability I was recently diagnosed with.
If I did a documentary on Ritalin and I took Ritalin, I will do porn
No kidding
Today is my first day taking concerta too. Man it feels unbelievable like magic pill. I never felt that way before. It’s different world different brain different mentality and I swear this is not exaggeration. It’s really good to be like normal people!
I start tomorrow on concerta hopefully all goes well, kinda nervous ty for this
I hope it goes well for you!
@@MOROWAMOSAI sadly I didn’t see any improvement I felt worse, it made me feel so sluggish and stupid I couldn’t even remember what I did earlier in the day, it even messed with my eye sight, :(
@@shuzok3541 I'm sorry to hear that, are you going to change medications?
@@shuzok3541 what dosage did you start on? Did they start you on the lowest to see how the lowest made you feel first? If not give that a try and ask for the lowest dose. Even maybe if it's not concerta they put you on also ask for the lowest dose medication with the least side effects. It takes trial and error.
@@shuzok3541 I was diagnosed with ADHD like 6 months ago and the first medication I tried was Concerta. The only positive thing I can remember from that 1 month experience was the sharp focus while studying and reading. But with everything else was just the horror if I'm being honest. I had so many headaches, my anxiety was just so overwhelming I couldn't handle by myself, and I was constantly feeling like I could punch someone in the face because of how angry and/or frustrated I'd easily get LOL. It wasn't fun back then but at least I can laugh now... and thank God I'm not a "puncher" so I didn't actually hit anyone 😅 you should talk to your doctor, see other options, different doses, different medications, etc. I'm currently on Venvanse (same as vyvanse) and feeling waaay much better! 😀 but most importantly, don't beat yourself up if the medication doesn't work now, maybe you'll have to try some adjustments and different approaches, and maybe even try the medication again at another moment in your life.. hope get better soon!
When you said “is this how I’m supposed to feel? Like is this what other people are feeling everyday?” WAS SO ME!!! I remember the first day I took adderall I cried… CRIED. Because I was driving and I distinctly remember this… it was FALL and the trees were so SO beautiful and bright whereas everything used to be so dull I wouldn’t even notice. I also finished my work that day a little early and instead of me staring out a window just daydreaming or taking a nap I decided to get my shower earlier so I’d be done before bedtime. But I kept saying “I feel like I missed 10 YEARS of my life… because I did.. all due to not wanting to take a medication… when all I did was waste time…so much time (a decade) where I could have excelled and finished school instead of dropping out because I couldn’t keep up with it. I’m 33 now, and just got prescribed Concerta which is how I found you. I’d love to know how you are doing now! It’s crazy so much of what you say relates to me so intensely it makes me emotional. Like seeing a lot of friends get great grades, then they party and stay up all night and can still get up and go to class and pay attention and do well like me? I go out late and my whole next day is shot and I feel like a heavy fog is over my head and I would exercise trying to break through that fog and it was honestly really aggravating because that fog on the top of my head was weighing me down. The first day, FIRST DAY taking adderall it lifted. My head felt light, but determined. And all do to not wanting to take medication I stopped taking it and pressure from my parents saying I don’t need that drug… caused me to wait 11 yearssss living in slow motion it felt like and now I finally went back to a doctor and once again I got prescribed for ADD not ADHD. He said his son has been on Concerta and it was life changing. I’m nervous to take the first one again (just stupid anxiety trying to stop me again) but I know I have to and once I do I know I’ll be happy. I’m so happy to hear you are thriving off this medication it makes me feel better taking it. Thank you for sharing ❤ (sorry I wrote a book)
Happy for you;) how youve bern doin lately
OMG you're adorable. i start concerta today and am so excited to feel like a normal human
Thank you! how is it going?
@@MOROWAMOSAI so far I like it! I just think I need a higher dose. I was on Wellbutrin and got off of it when I started so I feel like my depression has come back, especially in the mornings and at night. Are you still ok concerta? How it going?
@@ashleyshropshire are you able to focus?
Hey! I know I’m late but how is it going for you? I started concerta today and my experience with it has been somewhat mixed but still positive.
@@dalton9139 I probably need a bit of a higher dose as I have started on 18mg buT I will say that my concentration did improve a bit.
This is EXACTLY what happened to me. My whole life I’ve been more physical and actively engaged with learning and working. Once my job went remote, my performance TANKED. Couple that with depression and substance abuse, I was not in a good place and was afraid of losing my job. I contacted a doc and was diagnosed today. Appreciate this video.
PS I TOO have a processing (working memory) learning disability!
I (33) recently got diagnosed with ADHD. Your college experiences totally relates to my experiences. I had to try harder than anyone else. I still try harder for my marriage and work life. My doctor prescribed Concerta and I’ll start using it tomorrow. I had doubts about using it but your video inspired me to give it a change. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Btw that “accountability people” made laugh. I always have them around. They are like part of my brain.
hows the experience?
Dont feel badly, I just figured this out at 50! YOU'RE DOING GREAT!!
Thanks so much for doing this video. I’ve had a ADHD diagnosis since childhood. My partner has just been diagnosed at 40. It’s comforting to know we’re not alone. For what it’s worth; I was told that I’d never read with my peers. I don’t, but it took a lot of suffering and learning to finally have my life together. I just got a part time fun job grading post grad papers for a program I completed (in my 30’s). Be well and thanks again.
30 mins after taking Ritalin my anger faded. I didn’t realize how much anger and frustration I felt…anger wasn’t gone, just felt “far away”…amazing…
I would look for women that are on Ritalin. Start a conversation about Ritalin, if a woman says she’s on it, then talk about sex if you want to
@@fooddrugadministrator4079 ??? what
Yes! I am always very irritated and it gets in the way of my social life and even my work life. I am very sensitive to negative emotion. It can be the smallest thing and I feel the negative emotions depending how much it affects me. Hopefully this will help
Concerta has helped me so much. My anxiety was bad until I started concerta. I was also afraid of taking medication.
So helpful. i was diagnosed 1 month ago and 2 weeks later i started my medication (Concerta 36mg). my first day was amazing, i was shocked by the power i have inside me and the abelite to finish tasks also I broke up with my toxic girlfriend on the first day thus we broke up 4 time before then after 3 days i forget what happen and we are back together.
The doctor was surprised how i did not fail any year at the university and i am doing my master degree in engineering before i got diagnosed.
medication works, it really do.
thank you for this video
Good on you , well done for completing uni undiagnosed. But please share you’re tips and how you did it because it’s so hard for me and I’m going into my 2nd year??😭
@Nour Bt you've just described my experience. Will love to hear your experience. How can we connect... I just realized I might have had Hyper ADHD because my life is going crazy right now.
Same...i made it through my studies relying on external motivation. I am studying Private Law (Masters) and started failing my classes when the pandemic hit and apparently i had undiagnosed ADD. Will start Concerta tomorrow :,)
I like that you mentioned that girls go undiagnosed. I am 41 and was just diagnosed when I finally complained to an NP that I feel like I can’t keep up with my life anymore. I used to get in trouble in school for daydreaming. My mom ended up homeschooling me from 6th-12th grades and I did fine at home. I was able to work at my own pace that way. People get aggravated with me because I can’t focus on a conversation if there are things going on in the background. I have been prescribed concerta as of yesterday. I’m waiting on the pharmacy to call me. I hope this helps me! Thanks for the super informative video!
I got diagnosed in July after an extensive evaluation. My psychiatrist put me on Concerta and my life changed. I felt weird but calm , i can finally focus and sit still for once. Im also in a better mood overall. I feel motivated but then it finally hit me as to why Ive been cheated out my entire life? Why didnt my parents catch this sooner? I felt angry and resentful bcuz Im finally able to be my self and not someone on the edge all the time. I feel releived that Im able to get help. But im focusing on the future and not so much on the past. Im excited that I can finally function like a normal human being. I even called my wife to tell her "Im finally feeling better" as my eyes got watery bcuz i felt like crying. Everything seems so much clear since Ive been on Concerta its kind of that feeling when you first get your first prescription glasses. You see and hear everything much clear. My head is more clear. That constant background noise is finally gone 😢
Wow, thank you CZcams algorithm gods for suggesting this video!! I watched part 1 & 2 and I am so grateful to you for sharing these honest and raw videos. Realizing you have ADHD at 32 is pretty w i l d. This video gave me a lot of clarity. Oh and also, I was laughing so much because every time you would describe your symptoms before going on medication I would be like "This girl IS me." haha thanks again. Good luck on your journey.
The people that don't have ADHD cannot understand how it feels like and the struggles of ADHD. Only those of us who have ADHD can relate with almost everything you're saying.
I know that I am late to the party but this video really helped. For the last 3 years I realized that I may have ADHD. So finally after being fired (dumb I know). I did more research and talked to my doctor. He had me do a test and recommended Concerta. Hearing what you are going through in its early stages really helps. I was so nervous about taking it and your video truly made me feel like I wasn't alone. I look back on myself and realize that I could have gotten way better grades if only there was a conversation that I may have a learning disability.
You're not dumb girl! It's super common for ADHD to have a lot of jobs and get fired before they realize what is all going on. Good luck with everything ☺️
Im 25, in college ( i started just last year because i knew i couldnt handle it when i was 18 even though i tried so hard.) a few days ago my doctor agreed to put through a referal for me to be assessed for adhd. i 100% recognise the exact same problems with maths. thank you so much for talking so well and explaining your experience. youve gained a subscriber. love from scotland x
I’m 32, always had ADHD, never took meds, and just recently got diagnosed with Level 1 Autism as well. Taking Conserta tomorrow for the first time, was on Vivanse, but excited to finally get the “oh so this is what I’m supposed to feel like” feeling and gaining more confidence in things I do. :)
I was just diagnosed with ADHD and im starting concerta tomorrow and i wanted to see how people experienced it, and i was originally so scared to for the first time be put on any type of medication but hearing your thoughts and your befores are me right now and the thought that tomorrow i can have the clarity you are describing almost has me in tears, like i never knew that my difficulties, were things that could have been helped this entire time and im scared but also hopeful to see how this goes for me. and the way you described math?! girl that is me 10000%
Update? Has it worked? I start my concerta tomorrow
@@jhunt7326 update, I love it! Definitely changed a lot for me. During discussions with my doctor we eventually agreed on what works best for me being I do not take it every day I take it when I go to work or when I know I need to have a particularly productive day and it’s been great! I wonder how you’ve been feeling? For me the first 2 days were definitely the most noticeable and really felt like a drastic change in my life but I find while that part has settled I can still feel that it works
@@clarity7830did you experience any side effects on concerta
I've just started my meds. And I said the same thing about this is how normal people are. It has been a game changer for me.
You are amazing! Thank you so much for sharing this. I am starting Concerta in a few weeks (the titration period is really long here in the UK) and was looking for some others who had tried it and bravely put their thoughts online for all to see. Thank you for letting us see your experience. I have to say, I laughed out loud when you said "I'm very motivated to get into my planner for work and... work??" I'm so sorry if that's not funny for you, but please know my laughter was coming from a place of "YES I KNOW EXACTLY HOW THAT FEELS!" XD Sending you much love xo
Lol I know that was funny! I am able to laugh at it too because it's such a joy to have a diagnosis! Thank you for watching my video! I hope everything goes well for you
I just started concerta this week and it just feels so weird not having constant thoughts and hearing everyone so clearly not wasting time and being aware of it for the first time I feel like I can actually achieve stuff
I'm 47, got diagnosed with ADHD today (I've been told since my childhood that I was lazy or spaced out) Will take my 1st dose of Concerta tomorrow.
I would never tell anyone whether to take meds or not.
Having said this, when I was diagnosed, my wife didn't quite buy it. However, once that I found my medicine (first one) and the dosage plan, it was a complete 180 for the better. When I've been temporarily off, we could both tell. I am fortunate that I don have other conditions that would complicate my treatment plan.
I would recommend what I was told. If meds come up, try and see what happens.
I’m so grateful to find this video because you’re another woman with ADHD thank you so much for this
The stigma against ADHD is sad. I forgot that I was diagnosed with ADHD before, and rediscovered I had it again and this time I'm looking forward to getting meds! (How ADHD of me to forget I even had ADHD!) Thank you for the video! This helps with fixing the misinformation out there about ADHD and ADHD meds.
Hi! I've just been diagnosed with ADHD at age 29. I just got a new job starting next week and have been prescribed Concerta - haven't started it yet. I'm nervous to take it, but I think I have to do something because I'm scared I won't be able to perform during work. I came on here to look for some female perspectives on Concerta, and everything you're talking about is so incredibly relatable and helpful. Thank you so much for putting this out there, it's so appreciated.
How was it?
@@pewks8814 It was interesting. I was like a different person on it - very focused, less social, energized entire day, got a ton of stuff done. Other noteworthy things I noticed were that my brain was completely silent for once; no music, no thoughts about anything other than the task in front of me. I didn't love that I felt less creative and social on it, but it was a remarkable difference. I had to stop taking it though because of the insomnia; it kept me awake for 6 days straight....lol. My doctor recommended a smaller dose so I'll try that at some point, but have just been pushing through work with a bit of caffeine in the meantime.
thank you for this video, ive been looking around for videos of other peoples experieces of ADHD meds for the first time as i just started taking mine as well and i wanted to compare my experience with someone and ive notied the same pattern of feeling emotional about realizing that normal people are actually very different from us with adhd, the ability to let bacground noise just be exactly that... background noise, and not feeling stressed or bothered with things i have to do in a regular day and instead just getting them done, not feeling lie i have a oncert and a zoo going on all day is probably one of the best things to me as well, and the ability to control emotions is also life changing. thanks for this video
Re math, it's because it's cumulative, so if you miss stuff which happens if you're inattentive it's hard to keep up. Plus, if you have working memory questions it's hard to hold things in mind while you work on them. And mostly math instructors aren't patient, they don't review enough, etc.
Wow! Thank you so much for making this video. I was just diagnosed. Everything you are saying about math courses in school resonates with me. I'm tearing up here. I think I have ptsd from failing math courses in high school and university. It made me so sick that I would end up on medical leave after every math or statistics course I had to pass. I went to the university psychologist for help and she insisted that I needed to develop better study habits, join study groups, get a tutor, etc. Then I would burn out and still end up having to repeat the course. I feel like it held me back in life.
I love the pauses for things that are considered “normal” but am just here like I need that clarity
Wow you're legitimately telling my story except, I didn't go to college, I failed my way through high school and graduated but didn't have the motivation to go to college because I felt like I was stupid. But I connect with this heavy, thanks for sharing!!! ❤❤❤
You got this!
Went 6 years off of my meds. Life went hay wire. Somehow in those 6 years I managed to get married and create a successful business. I’m now back on 54mg of Concerta xr and it has dramatically improved my marriage, relationships and my business. Cannot believe how I lived 6 years without it. If you think you have adhd I can’t recommend medication enough.
What about long term side effects? Do you worry about it?
I know how you feel. I’ve just got diagnosed yesterday and I’m 37. This whole time I knew something was wrong with me but, I finally am getting the help I need. I gonna be a start of a new journey for me as well.
I took concerta for the first time today. It’s the first time I’ve ever taken a medication for ADHD and I’m 19. I am now currently very tired and a little bit dizzy (hoping the dizzy is normal and/or just because I’m tired) and it is out of my system. But while it was taking effect I was able to do simple tasks easier, and I was amazed at how easy and almost enjoyable it was to do them. I feel my vision was slightly different, it’s hard to explain. It’s like things that were closer to me were clearer in focus. But it was amazing to look at something and think “I should do this that or whatever” and then actually do it. It was a very weird feeling though, maybe I’ll get used to it. I felt a little bit robotic, and while I didn’t feel “high” it FELT like I had taken a drug because I didn’t feel normal (or what is normal to me)
I felt what you were saying at the beginning about working from home. I self-diagnosed myself years ago. But didn’t want to take medication.But with working from home all the time now instead of three days a week and wanting to go back and finish my degree. I saw my primary care doctor. She asked a ton of questions and gave me a test and said I have ADD and said I needed to see a psychiatrist to get medication. I did that and she said I was slightly depressed. So I took medication for almost two months. I felt worse and I was crying all the time (abnormal because I don’t cry). So I found a new psychiatrist and she diagnosed with ADD. But with a heart murmur she wanted me to see a cardiologist. Long story short, I just got my prescription tonight for Concerta 18 mg and start tomorrow after being initially diagnosed last July. I hope this works because I want to go back to school and every time I’ve tried in the past 10 years, I have to drop because I can never focus to get what I need done.
I hope you are still doing well on the medication and it’s a positive experience.
I am, I will be posing an update soon. Thank you for sharing your story with me. I hope the meds are working for you.
How was the meds?
I want to cry, you described so many things I have a problem with ALL DAY! I am so excited to start my meds now! I was worried about it, but now I am hopeful things will work out! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
First off, I gotta complement my melanin queens when I see em, you're mad pretty so shout-out to you for that. Second, I'm in a situation where I'm undiagnosed and I feel very lazy, unmotivated, unconfident, extremely slow, can't think straight, can't learn or study especially in a class setting for shit cause I'm always tired and losing focus and I feel like I may never be good enough to accomplish anything, so I pray that I get a diagnosis and it helps me. I can't live the rest of my life like this
I have also disability in maths and i have ADHD too i started today concerta 18mg I'm trying to give exams for the second time so i can go to university last year i was unable to study i was having panic attacks and anxiety attacks i was crying all the time i didn't have the power to push myself further i hope this year with the medication that i will succeed and do well in my exams
hey! did the med work?
Hey did they work for you? Here’s an update on my experience. czcams.com/video/4plYnuESJ-Q/video.html
not having a song in my head would be surreal. i think id miss it
Thanks so much for sharing this. Your experience really resonates with me. I’m over 40 and just now realizing my long term struggles are probably due to adhd. I’m really happy for you! The frustration is real and I hope the relief has lasted.
Thank you so much for making the video.
I had my ADHD dam burst at age 60. I am dyslexic too. I can not get vowel sounds right. I’m struggling with everything. I will get through this. It’s not an excuse it’s a Reason why we are the way we are. That’s what you tell people.
I’m 32 and have had undiagnosed adhd for most of my life. I was diagnosed last year but I haven’t opted for medication yet, although I’m considering it as I work from home and am battling depression due to adhd symptoms (executive functioning) coupled with anxiety and avoidance. I suspect that I too have a learning disability in math (I was placed in the essential versions of most math classes through my school years), but I’m gifted in other areas so I made up for it and did very well in school. It’s very strange to be both gifted and disabled… I kind of break even I guess, but I always feel like I’m working so hard to meet the standard for my expected “potential”…
You're intelligent and well informed
I could cry you’ve just explained my whole life.
Concerta is like a happy drug for me, I feel conscious more about stuff, like I'm less irritated when things annoy me and while I'm on it, I'm motivated to get stuff done, so good for you, I'm going to watch part 2 next
Hey.I actually was in the study program at NYU for OROS(later named concerta) I was the worst of 32 children in the program.I was one of the 'lab rats' for concerta..Before FDA approval..I've been diagnosed since age 4.
How are you now
I am diagnosed with ADHD when I was a year of 9 (the hyperactivity was strong in me). I was doing the best on 18 mg concerta. Loved that stuff, but insurance changed, so I tried other ones. I had really bad expierence on other medication, so back to the expensive ones. My sister has ADD and concerta isn't doing much for her. A couple of years ago insurance changed again and I did not notice that my concerta was changed to another brand (still concerta). I woke up nauseous with muscle pain, head tension. It took me two years to figure out that the brand of concerta makes a huge difference as well. So when people try medication, some work on you and some not. Sometimes even the brand can make a huge difference.
i’ve been diagnosed with ADHD since i was 5. but my diagnosis was hidden from me until i was 16 and I was never properly treated or medicated until 4 months ago. I’m now 19 and taking care of things myself. It’s been a journey. Feeling normal is a crazy concept for me to process. I’ve been supposed to be wired like this the whole time? It’s amazing.
I’m starting my first dose of Concerta today. I was originally on Vyvanse and it worked so well but it was causing terrible headaches throughout the day. I wanted to know what someone else’s experience was because I get anxious with stimulants and I over focus on how it’s making my body feel. I know I’ll be fine tho. Wish me luck!
Thank you for sharing your story. It means so much to learn that other girls have gone through almost the same experience as I have with ADHD. I’m in the same position right now in college and just started concerta. ❤️
I failed algebra 3x, the first few topics was clicking but eventually I’d started sucking at it again. I finally passed it with a C in my senior year. Same year time I got diagnosed and started treating my ADHD. I appreciate you making these videos.
Was looking for Black femme experiences on this subject, thank you for this! To often we are left completely out of these conversations and aren't seen as people nevertheless people who can have mental troubles and need help and grace.
Thank you so much! And you are completely right. Here is an update if you would like to check it out. czcams.com/video/4plYnuESJ-Q/video.html
Hearing my own struggles from someone else's mouth is more profound than I can explain.
I just got prescribed Concerta, I haven't started yet but so much of your video resonated with me I'm rlly excited to be closer to feeling betterrr thank youuu
wow. your video calmed me. I am no longer that scare to start taking my medication. Tomorrow morning will be, my first time taking concerta.
How’s it going?
You give me hope! And i have tears bc im feeling the exact same things. Im getting my treatment plan in the next few weeks.
Thank you for sharing! :)
Thank you for watching 😊
It's the sheer bewilderment for me! Can't wait for that day.
Yhe I think this is the issue I am dealing with as well lmaoo, remote work really said times up! Take care of yourself girl, ADHD is not a joke
Lmaooo I feel like this whole video is describing EXACTLY how my life is word by word. Let me get a diagnosis sis 😊
Thank you! And you are right. I hope everything went well for you.
I also failed college and I went with a full ride (4 year scholarship and 3.7 gpa) also was told how smart I am but it just didn't work out. I never knew that ADHD was even possible and it has taken me until now at 30 years old make an appointment to get tested for ADHD. We shall see...
I'm 30.. and I just realized as well....
I'm starting my meds today.. I'm excited to see the results. I have so many Projects I want to do ..
@@RandomPersonsOpinion it’s going to take time to see results but it’s definitely a relief once you find meds that work for you. Best of luck!
@@anasotoco 😊thanks
Im currently going through this; about to lose my scholarship due to low grades from my inability to get things done. I have an appointment in a few days, and hopefully I’ll get put on the right track so things will turn out okay 🤞
@@isabellasobey5225 good luck!!
Is this what everyone is walking around doing😂 It's my first day on Retalin and I totally feel you girl. Like word for word.
This is exceptional. You’re articulate, discerning, smart and so well spoken. I was just diagnosed and your symptoms are identical to mind. I’ve been on concerta for 5 days and it’s a miracle. Your reference to how well your friends are doing in school is the same as mine. Also the fireworks and music in your mind. Same here. Thank you so much for this video. Sidenote; I cracked up laughing when I saw you get frustrated at the yogurt lid. I love the attitude. Your giggles too. Amazing personality.
BTW - my Concerta tends to wear off at about 4 PM.. how long does yours last? Also, do you find it affects your sleep?
Thank you for sharing your journey.. seeing someone who looks like me have some of the same everyday struggles that nobody else seems to understand the intensity of... was extremely comforting.. how are you doing these days ? I'M at the point where I've realized I can't manage all that I do to cope and live life at the same time.. medication is not the enemy and I should explore so I can get back to living and not just coping 24/7
I've put down school years ago and gave up my desire to become a counselor/therapist.. I once Excelled at school and was always the top student to having to retake the same class multiple times and needed 2 red bulls and other supplements just to get through a school/work day..while feeling like crap..... hearing your real time experience and struggles makes me feel so seen.. thank you again
When you said "I'm trying not to cry".. Me too.. phew
The loss on bubbliness scare me. I love how fun and playful I can be when I'm excited.. I don't want to lose that.. I am constantly admiring the weather and I just love the excitement I feel when I feel it.. but maybe I should loosen my grip on that and make space for me to experience that differently.. I love how you mentioned in a later video that you don't always take it every day and you taper it.. that's way more in line with my habits.. I just need it when I need it but I want to live my happiness moments as vividly as I normally do.. sorry for the excessive replies.. lol Atleast I know you can relate lol
It makes you feel like you have a new start in life or that your capable of more.
I had to subscribe bcuz listening to you explain how different you felt on these meds made me soo excited. I have self diagnosed myself with adhd and thats how I want to feeel exactly how you felt. I've been hesitant to get assessed and take medication, so im definitely going to keep up with your updates.
It’s sounds like you are describing myself! I’m in concerta and it has been a life changer since then.
Thank you so much for sharing this video. This is SO relatable, and exactly the way I feel on my meds!
Late to comment but just came across your video. All I’ve gotta say is… you’ve got a friend in me. I hear your story and it’s the same story as so many people in the comment section. Hope your journey is coming along great. Peace to you!
I just started Vyvanse. It was like someone turned off a loud fan in my brain. Some side effects, so I will be switching.
I just got my diagnosis today. Thank you for sharing!!!
Thanks for being so brave and sharing 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thanks for watching!
I’m starting Concerta tomorrow! 😬 very excited but nervous as well! Thanks for sharing your experience, I hope to share mine too once I’ve been on them for a week or so!
I am too girl I am too, hope it’s going well for u I’m kinda scared ngl😭
i’m about to take it rn but i’m so scared 😭good luck tho!
@@nina-cm3bc good luck!! It’s scary but worth it and if it’s not right then you will find something else, the first day for me I didn’t notice anything but the second day I started to notice differences for the better! I’m actually going to be putting up a vlog of my first days on Concerta in a week!
@nina how was it?
I’m so glad I came across this starting to watch it with the attention I have. Have been looking specifically for a woman of Color’s journey to follow
Noise not bothering me would worth the price of admission.
I'm 24 in college atm, just got a tentative diagnosis for inattentive adhd, starting on 18mg of concerta, I can't wait to see my doctor again because this feels life changing...
I feel you! You have no idea the level of distressed I’ve experienced when I forgot the keys inside the house right before a doctors appt and then I can’t get back into the house. Once, I had to pay 320 dollars to a smith lock to open a simple door. I couldn’t even break into my house using a card ( yes, it’s worked in the past) because I was too anxious and weak.
I start concerta tomorrow. Super nervous. Always been treated for anxiety and just got my diagnosis of ADHD at 25. I feel like a hot mess mom. I can keep life in order but it’s like super difficult for me to get the little stuff done (ie laundry put away..finishing what I started & FORGETTING EVERYTHING)
So, how‘s it going?
Had the same exact experience this year. The random song thing is 100% true, so crazy.
My 10 year old daughter is in therapy and just started Concerta. I think her dose is too low but we our starting low then bumping up. It’s interesting to hear how your medication is helping you. I think I may have ADHD too (I’m 36) but never have been officially diagnosed. I’m learning soooo much watching all the TikToks, CZcams videos, reading books. Thank you for this and good luck to you ❤️
I related to everything you mentioned! Thank you for this video…I’m considering taking meds..off to watch part 2!
Glad it was helpful!
Everything you complained about before diagnosis is what I was going through. I got prescribed 36mg of Concerta. It felt good for the first couple of days but I just felt weird. Did you experience any side effects.
You know every drug has its negative side effects but atleast its it works for adhd symptoms im on the same mid and dose as you i dont i dont experience bad side effects often but also didnt have significant good effects at the end of the day it is worth it better than not having the midcation for me
I did! I talk more about those in the second video. czcams.com/video/WtLGEp1I32s/video.html&lc=UgzUCOIMJbVVsNAxiwt4AaABAg
@@adnanrifai8475 Yes different things work for different people. How have you been coping over the years?
I know what you mean by weird I think, I took it for the first time today just 18mg and it did make my symptoms a bit more manageable (next week the doctor wants me to try double that dose and then the third week triple and see how each dose effects me) I did feel “weird” and I’m not sure if I like it or not? We shall see. Maybe I’m just not used to being able to do stuff, like I thought “my floor needs sweeping.” And then… I swept the floor. WOAH.
I just got diagnosed with ADHD at 30 years old. I'm taking stimulants but I keep forgetting to take the medication.
Set an alarm, set reminders on your phone, write it down and put it on your fridge or somewhere near you when you wake up (stick a note on your roof so when you open your eyes when your in bed it’s the first thing you see), if you live with someone tell them to remind you to take it.
I am less than 10 days away from following up w my neuro physician and starting stimulants for my adhd and I’m so ready and so excited. I suffered my second concussion early last year and it’s intensified my symptoms. My impulsivities and other adhd shenanigans are beginning to take a toll on my relationship and it’s scary because my adhd has already made my life hard and I don’t feel as successful or ahead as I should be at my age I’m so ready to treatment I’m so ready for change
I like your attitude of not blaming others, or being angry that they didn't understand. WHY would everyone understand? They're not psychiatrists trained to spot our problems. I really detest the victim mentality people these days latch onto.
I also struggled in school. Same as you...I'm not stupid, never felt stupid, but always felt guilty for not being able to focus or be motivated to study. In fact in school I was moved into higher level math classes, but got lost immediately because I was daydreaming in class and missed all the fundamentals of what was, to be honest, extremely difficult for even the students who could pay attention and study it a lot. I had to leave that class after a short time. Many people failed the highschool final exams in higher level math that year, so I didn't feel too bad LOL
bizarre tone deaf take, frustration is normal if people have struggled with behavioural problems their bentire life and all teachers did was punish instead of picking up on something let me correct you yes they are trained to catch it’s a basic neurodivergent disorder.
People who are decent and well-meaning should understand that something is wrong, even if they don't have the language for it.
That's exactly how I feel.. thanks for sharing your story.. I just started treatment and it's helping me. Take care
Ahhh same girl! I have a similar diagnosis. I paid for a full psychological evaluation and they found i struggle with numbers/math, basically Dyscalculia.
Anyways thank you for sharing!