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Question: currently in college, has been having problem concentrating growing up. (Was told I experience ADHD symptoms around age 13, but never on medication consistently ) Always want to chit chat and move around in class, and while I'm not doing that it's like I kind of spaced out and or anxiety and lack of motivation at times. It's getting a little more obvious during midterms and finals week.
I have been exercising yoga, tried study group didn't quite work. I would like to consider short term medication. Please help! Thank you
I have been exercising yoga, tried study group didn't quite work. I would like to consider short term medication. Please help! Thank you
Brief Answer:
Consultation needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
It sounds like you may indeed meet criteria for ADHD. I recommend reaching out to a local primary care doctor or psychiatrist for an evaluation, and to consider medication. Typical medications used include Adderall, Vyvanse, or Concerta. I would call your insurance company to obtain a list of providers in your area who accept your insurance, and who could see you to consider medication.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Consultation needed
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
It sounds like you may indeed meet criteria for ADHD. I recommend reaching out to a local primary care doctor or psychiatrist for an evaluation, and to consider medication. Typical medications used include Adderall, Vyvanse, or Concerta. I would call your insurance company to obtain a list of providers in your area who accept your insurance, and who could see you to consider medication.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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