Thank you 🙏🏻 there isn’t very much out there in the way of information regarding an everyday adults experience. Your stories are an invaluable source of support 😌
It's really interesting hearing someone else talking about tiredness and ADHD. I could just about put up with the symptoms of inattentive ADHD in terms of the things I couldn't do as well as others, but have always struggled with tiredness and insomnia. I'd have stuff like at 10.30 AM having to lie on the sofa and then lie there exhausted but not relaxed, trying to do relaxing exercises. Also having to lie down in the afternoon and again just be on my bed feeling wired. Sleep never came easily either, in spite of all the sleep hygiene things I tried. Anyway, hoping the meds will give me some help here.
When you described your pre-med days it really took me back. I’m testing out ritalin rn and it’s changed my life so much already! All these study techniques finally work, lol. It is not without its challenges but I am so glad I finally got diagnosed at 27. Better late than never, right? How much/at what time exactly do you take your meds, if I may ask?
For sure! I was 26 so I’m in the same boat 👍 yeah no worries - I take 40mg elvanse at 4:30am (workdays), go back to sleep for an hour then get up at 5:30
Hey! Started ADHD medication on Monday! Already felling some changes! I was going through the same stuff that you did : being stuff in bed, post-lunch crash, difficulty focussing on one task at a time. I had to pass a test yesterday, and I was so surprised at how much a could focus on one thing for an entire day! Have a good one!
Just found your channel today! I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and will be starting medication in a few days, so watching your videos is helping me get a sense of what I might be able to expect. I’m nervous but also curious/excited. Keep doing what you’re doing!
I was diagnosed years ago but always coped without meds but felt like I was depressed but not really, just not happy like I once was. Things were stressing me out and I just couldn’t sit down and focus on studying and finally asked to try meds. Took 6 months but tried it a week and a half ago and it was 🤯! Wish I tried sooner
PS. I have consistent energy throughout the day too and feel more alert to my surroundings. Im able to focus for hours and work comes more easily to me, less stressed out however I have no appetite. I can go 12 hours without eating and not get cranky or lightheaded so I have to set times and remember to just eat, even if I’m not hungry. I’ve also stopped drinking which I did most evenings. I just have no desire too and feel more satisfied/content with my day, it’s hard to explain. It’s also great I don’t want to drink as alcohol and Vyvanse don’t mix well and both strain the heart. The side effects can be fatal. But anyways, it’s been great taking the pills aside from no appetite and no sleep for the first 4 days.
@@hckynrscnd8916 This is so interesting to me that you no longer had the desire to drink. How is that going for you a year later? I am pre-diagnosis and I admit I drink pretty much every night, just to relax, take the edge off and escape a bit. I'd really like to not do it, but I have so far not been able to stop. Hoping ADHD meds help me.
everything yoiu describe premedication is freaky, it was like watching someone i dont know describe your entire life, staying in bed full of dread, the feeling like rubbish after lunch, then falling asleep on sofa waking up and achievibg nothing during the evenings. I so can not wait to start my medicatioin! it needs to happen soon! great video though mate.
started today with elvanse and cleaned my whole flat (finally). its amazing that it directly works against my executive dysfunction, I want to do smthg and can actually do it. now i only need to find the right doseage. amazing stuff
This is so encouraging to hear and thank you for sharing your experience. I'm just about to start titration process after recent diagnosis and I find myself with similar daily rhythms....the afternoon totally sucks where I'm totally exhausted and can't get anything done. It would be great to feel a bit more steady with my energy throughout the day. Hope you continue to benefit and thrive!
adhd has ruined my life not gonna lie can't afford the diagnosis now at 30 (even tho I was diagnosed twice as a kid and teen) I'm trapped in this loop losing job not being able to save for diagnosis sucks. atleast I have no criminal record or do any drugs or drink. so I got that going for me i guess lol.
Ay man I fee you.. I’m 35 and only just got diagnosis and on 2nd week of Vyvance.. but yeah it’s just been a life of confusion, bad decisions, losing countless jobs and all the rest of it.. is it too late for us? Lol
With all due respect dont make it about you , I say this because "YOU hate medication " not him and if hes struggling with adhd it's like as a parent do all u can to protect and provide for your kids but sometimes it's not about you or your beliefs but rather the kids best interest b4 ur beliefs I hope u not offended just a friendly comment on a situation I dont have any full information on but since its public information I may have the right to comment on it
Thanks man. It was weirdly comforting to hear this sort of stuff in a British accent. I'm waiting on my final phone appt in an hour where I get my first prescription so I'm soothing myself with youtube videos, and sometimes when Americans talk about things like this it sounds like a tv show or a movie or something - not quite real, you know? edit: also somewhere between a sugar crash and a psychedelic trip describes most of my fucking afternoons too haha.
Been watching your videos for a while now. Keep doing what your doing, it's good to know that we're not alone 😂. Just nearing the end of the titration period at the moment. Was diagnosed at 29. Having a child last year was light bulb moment and realisation that something wasn't right and hasn't been for... My whole life. I'm on 40mg elvanse and have just been prescribed a 5mg top up as I find the morning tablet "runs out" mid afternoon. Interesting to see how the medication timing effects other people. I would be interested to hear your thoughts in the future on addiction with ADHD, I feel my life been on big dopamine hunt wherever it was playing the fool for a reaction ,self destructive decisions or even things like internet / social media addiction. I'm sure it will take a fair bit of brain rewiring to get back to "normal" (what ever that is)👍
Hey Kieron 👋 I can imagine that was a serious wake up call! Just curious, what was it about the birth of your son/daughter that made you realise something wasn’t right? That sounds like a cracking topic for a video mate! I can 100% say I’ve suffered at the hands of ADHD related addictions. Thanks for the comment bud, all the best 🙏
@@ollieedward643 Hey, thanks for replying. It was probably the fact that every routine, habit and coping mechanism that I had built up after X amount of years being undiagnosed had suddenly been pulled out from under my feet. Overwhelmed was an understatement! Went down the route of what I thought was depression with doctor's etc. Got nowhere (suprise suprise) and then a few months after by chance I found some ADHD memes and went on a hyper focus of symptoms and everything. And now here we are .(Sorry for the essay 😂👌)
I totally agree re the timing of the elvanse, I take it at 6am, go back to sleep and get up at 7am. Rather than waiting to the very last second to get out of bed, I now get up in good time to sort myself out. It's not a magic bullet, but everything just goes smoother every day, and I can actually sleep most nights ,amazing.
Hey, I'm glad to see this video being posted. I have noticed a remarkable difference in at least how you appear on camera since when you first started. I'm on 60mg Elvanse myself, which is working out really well. I'm wondering though, how are you getting on with achieving any long term goals. This is something I'm stilling struggling, mainly because I can do so much now, there are so many immediate things that require a lot of time and attention. I suppose this is where life skills come in, which we should have learnt years ago, and help us prioritise and organise our time.
Thanks man! That’s a really good question.. I think I was so far behind with things that I had put off for years that long term goals are something I’m only now getting round to prioritising! I will let you know over the next few months if I do start to notice a shift in priority
Good question! Yeah, I definitely did.. I found my thoughts form much more effortlessly - it was subtle but I felt almost as though my brain went up a gear and simpler tasks could be done unconsciously. Before medication I might have to really apply my conscious attention to complete these tasks
@@ollieedward643 thanks for replying. I'm waiting to start my treatment and can't wait to get out of this lethargic state. I hope the meds will work for me. Will be following your channel (might start some videos on my channel too if those meds work haha)
Hi Ollie. Thanks for the videos, it's nice to hear from someone in a similar position to myself! I got diagnosed 6 weeks ago at 43 years old, so I've been struggling for a long time 😂 I'm still waiting for my titration appointment but I'm looking forward to hopefully seeing the same improvements that you describe, it sounds amazing. I think I'm going to try out elvanse first.
So sorry to hear that it’s taken this long to be diagnosed! Nevertheless, better later than never I guess! Please let me know how you get on with the titration - any questions don’t hesitate to ask 😁
here at 41 about to get started but was researching on the web if the meds really help as have seen so much contradictory info out there. That is how end up crossing Ollie Edward's channel. Appreciate to see someone able to share all his experience with the same meds.
@@ollieedward643 I'm currently flipping between being depressed that I've wasted so much of my life struggling and being excited to see how my life will improve moving forward 😂. There was no awareness about this sort of thing when I was at school unfortunately and my anxiety was something I just learned to bottle up. At least I am aware now and I can start working on self improvement 😊
@@RicardoPraga Yeah, there's a lot of conflicting experiences out there as everyone seems to react differently to all the medications. Fingers crossed for you mate, hopefully we both find something that works for us 😊
Hey man! I take one 40mg pill at 4:30am (on workdays, 6:00am days off) and don’t take any other boosters through the day. I don’t find myself crashing - I am always on my feet at work so maybe this helps the meds longevity
@@07FreshMaker The crash has gone - The first week or two I felt the crash after around 5 hours of taking it. I spoke to my psychiatrist who said it’s perfectly fine to take 2 to try and push and time the crash for the evening. After a couple weeks or so your body adjusts and doesn’t crash as much in some peoples cases, becaause Vyvanse is the more subtle feeling of a boost and crash due to how it breaks down in your body (you shouldn’t necessarily feel any boost or crash at all that you do in the first couple weeks unless your dosage is too high) I’m on Vyvanse which is supposed to be long lasting 🤷I wasn’t comfortable with it being in my system all day everyday so I went back to having one a day. I eat a good breakfast high in protein (always seems to work with the med better). No coffee or sugary drinks when taking it too - sometimes I can, other times I’ll feel more jittery. I couldn’t have coffee at the start at all because my heart would race too much and be anxious as hell! So I have it when it’s wearing off at a reduced amount and see how it went from there. I make sure I eat during the day as normal and keep hydrated. Don’t drink anything acidic or high in vitimin C like fruit juices and apples etc before or soon after taking the med as it acts like a blocker (I’ll have anything with vitamin C in if I want the meds to wear off quickly and flush it out. Usually does in an hour or two I believe).
Great update man. Really appreciate sharing those experiences. As I could see from other videos you have been 6 months taking the medication already. Correct me if Im wrong..
@@Ernestas0001 I have taken meds like 3 months. Simply said, my life has changed totally! And only In good way! Nothing negative has occured and im having the time of my life
Howdy and Chow, beard and hat! New York Italian from Surrey!? Jus kidding. 😜 I find your videos very helpful. Thanks. Elvanse starts tomorrow... Cheers Bob
Hey buddy thanks for the video, I've come to know that I can benefit of this medication. But wich one are you taking - cause here in my country only ritalin is available. Adderal is not. Thank you.
I dont notice any crash personally, but i know a lot of people do experience that! I feel the effects ~1hr after taking, and after that i really dont feel the effects wearing off in any significant way. Im always tired right before bed.
Thanks Ollie, just started my meds today and I Identify with everything you mention about life unmedicated especially the morning and comatose by evening. I look forward to more videos.
I'm on week 2 of my medication 50 mg of elvanse. I was a problem drinker. I drank literally every day. Is it normal not to have the urge to do that anymore? Please can someone answer me because that's where I am at the moment. 3 out of 4 days I would come home from work and grab a can out of the fridge and probably 3 more when I'm not working maybe 8 more. I would have a desperate need for it sometimes, but that feeling has gone. Has anybody else experienced this? I don't seem to be able to find any information on the internet about it. Is this anyone else's experience??? Feedback would be awesome👍🙏
I experienced the same thing! My temptations are completely gone. I did read that people with ADHD are prone to addictive behavior but when medicated those behaviors go away. It’s SO interesting!!!
Hi Ollie, was wondering whether you experience a 'crash' in the evenings when the Elvanse starts leaving your system? If so, are there any things you do to manage it? Would be interesting to get your thoughts on this. Loving your content, cheers.
Hey man 👋 thanks for reaching out! I don’t really get a major crash anymore - when I compare the comedown from 50mg or 60mg of Elvanse, it’s nothing! If you are struggling with crashing, try exercising in the evenings (if you aren’t already) - try and time it so when the meds are losing there effect, the body’s endorphins from exercise are kicking in (easier said than done!)
I got a pretty annoying crash that caused a headache that persisted until i slept at 30mg. When i increased to 40mg the headache dissappeared but the energy draining crash was still there. I figured out that the crash was caused by me not eating and drinking enough. I started to eat fruits/energy bars 1-2 hours before lunch and 1-2 hours after lunch. Also when I get home before eating dinner. Now I have this amazing stable energy throughout the entire day.
What’s exercise like for you Ollie? I’ve found myself avoiding it during titration as my heart rate is a bit wild. Hoping that will stabilise and I can get running again.
I have heard of several people having that same experience! I never had the racing heart - but I do feel as though, when I’m working near my maximum heart rate, my body tires faster compared to pre-medication
@@ollieedward643 mine isn’t so much racing heart to be honest. It’s an increase in resting heart rate from 50 pre-medication to about 63 now, and more irregular and noticeably strong beating. Have you looked at combination therapy? I’m tempted to ask my psychiatrist about it as it can mean that the stimulant dosage can be reduced when combined with something like Strattera or Tenex. www.additudemag.com/adhd-medication-combination-therapy-treatment/amp/
@@craigmitchinson I have to say I do notice the stronger beating - sometimes it feels like I can hear it more than I can feel it! I actually haven’t looked into that no.. I’ll do a bit of research on it now.
I’m laying in bed with racing heart and chest pains right now lol.. hoping it goes away over next few days as this is only my second week on the medication (30mg)
Great video, not sure if you realise this but you are having a great influence on others going through a similar process - myself included
Thank you so much Ben - that’s made my day 😁
Exactly. Myself as well :)
Same here I still have to wait 10 days till I see my psychiatrist
Thank you 🙏🏻 there isn’t very much out there in the way of information regarding an everyday adults experience. Your stories are an invaluable source of support 😌
I just wanna second this, i just realized i got ADHD yesterday
It's really interesting hearing someone else talking about tiredness and ADHD. I could just about put up with the symptoms of inattentive ADHD in terms of the things I couldn't do as well as others, but have always struggled with tiredness and insomnia. I'd have stuff like at 10.30 AM having to lie on the sofa and then lie there exhausted but not relaxed, trying to do relaxing exercises. Also having to lie down in the afternoon and again just be on my bed feeling wired. Sleep never came easily either, in spite of all the sleep hygiene things I tried. Anyway, hoping the meds will give me some help here.
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When you described your pre-med days it really took me back. I’m testing out ritalin rn and it’s changed my life so much already! All these study techniques finally work, lol.
It is not without its challenges but I am so glad I finally got diagnosed at 27. Better late than never, right?
How much/at what time exactly do you take your meds, if I may ask?
For sure! I was 26 so I’m in the same boat 👍 yeah no worries - I take 40mg elvanse at 4:30am (workdays), go back to sleep for an hour then get up at 5:30
Are you still taking it I’m waiting to get diagnosed
27 as well just got diagnosed today. Waiting to start the meds. Hope it helps.
Hey! Started ADHD medication on Monday! Already felling some changes! I was going through the same stuff that you did : being stuff in bed, post-lunch crash, difficulty focussing on one task at a time. I had to pass a test yesterday, and I was so surprised at how much a could focus on one thing for an entire day! Have a good one!
Great news mate!
today is day one for me. Wish me luck!
Just found your channel today! I was recently diagnosed with ADHD and will be starting medication in a few days, so watching your videos is helping me get a sense of what I might be able to expect. I’m nervous but also curious/excited. Keep doing what you’re doing!
Awesome - let me know how you get on 😁
I was diagnosed years ago but always coped without meds but felt like I was depressed but not really, just not happy like I once was. Things were stressing me out and I just couldn’t sit down and focus on studying and finally asked to try meds. Took 6 months but tried it a week and a half ago and it was 🤯! Wish I tried sooner
PS. I have consistent energy throughout the day too and feel more alert to my surroundings. Im able to focus for hours and work comes more easily to me, less stressed out however I have no appetite. I can go 12 hours without eating and not get cranky or lightheaded so I have to set times and remember to just eat, even if I’m not hungry. I’ve also stopped drinking which I did most evenings. I just have no desire too and feel more satisfied/content with my day, it’s hard to explain. It’s also great I don’t want to drink as alcohol and Vyvanse don’t mix well and both strain the heart. The side effects can be fatal. But anyways, it’s been great taking the pills aside from no appetite and no sleep for the first 4 days.
Me too
@@hckynrscnd8916 This is so interesting to me that you no longer had the desire to drink. How is that going for you a year later? I am pre-diagnosis and I admit I drink pretty much every night, just to relax, take the edge off and escape a bit. I'd really like to not do it, but I have so far not been able to stop. Hoping ADHD meds help me.
everything yoiu describe premedication is freaky, it was like watching someone i dont know describe your entire life, staying in bed full of dread, the feeling like rubbish after lunch, then falling asleep on sofa waking up and achievibg nothing during the evenings. I so can not wait to start my medicatioin! it needs to happen soon! great video though mate.
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started today with elvanse and cleaned my whole flat (finally). its amazing that it directly works against my executive dysfunction, I want to do smthg and can actually do it. now i only need to find the right doseage. amazing stuff
Did it continue to feel like that? I’m on 30mg and this is my second week. My first day felt like how you describe it but each day after that did not
@@07FreshMaker your comment worries me just was thinking about taking the meds now not so much
@@AmoniKinnard everything is all fine now.. just take it easy and monitor it and communicate with doctor
This is so encouraging to hear and thank you for sharing your experience. I'm just about to start titration process after recent diagnosis and I find myself with similar daily rhythms....the afternoon totally sucks where I'm totally exhausted and can't get anything done. It would be great to feel a bit more steady with my energy throughout the day. Hope you continue to benefit and thrive!
The tiredness is something that you’ll find ways of working with/around - it does get better 👍 thank you - and to you 🙏
adhd has ruined my life not gonna lie
can't afford the diagnosis now at 30 (even tho I was diagnosed twice as a kid and teen)
I'm trapped in this loop losing job not being able to save for diagnosis
sucks.
atleast I have no criminal record or do any drugs or drink. so I got that going for me i guess lol.
You've got 35 years on me. So many things I could and should have done. Never get that time back. Stay positive, one thing at a time. 😉👍
Try low dose modafinil. It helped me for immediate and impossible tasks.
No good daily though.
I had a cocaine addiction from 25 to 35 and got my ADHD diagnosis at 37
Ay man I fee you.. I’m 35 and only just got diagnosis and on 2nd week of Vyvance.. but yeah it’s just been a life of confusion, bad decisions, losing countless jobs and all the rest of it.. is it too late for us? Lol
This is such a hard hard décision for me. For my son. I hate medication. But it breaks my heart to see him struggle so so so much with his adhd.
With all due respect dont make it about you , I say this because "YOU hate medication " not him and if hes struggling with adhd it's like as a parent do all u can to protect and provide for your kids but sometimes it's not about you or your beliefs but rather the kids best interest b4 ur beliefs I hope u not offended just a friendly comment on a situation I dont have any full information on but since its public information I may have the right to comment on it
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Did you feel "stupider" before you started medication? and like your brain was in a constant fog
For sure.. felt like my brain went up a gear once I started medication
Thanks man. It was weirdly comforting to hear this sort of stuff in a British accent. I'm waiting on my final phone appt in an hour where I get my first prescription so I'm soothing myself with youtube videos, and sometimes when Americans talk about things like this it sounds like a tv show or a movie or something - not quite real, you know?
edit: also somewhere between a sugar crash and a psychedelic trip describes most of my fucking afternoons too haha.
I completely get what you mean! It’s just super hard to relate..
Haha! 👍😅
Did stimulants win boredom in jobs?
i laughed to some of how you go through your day because of how relatable it is. Great video man, Thank you for sharing
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Hey, thanks for the updates! Kinda comforting hearing someone else saying similar things about ADHD/Elvanse! Keep it up and take care!🙏🏼
Thanks so much Cora - you too 😁
Been watching your videos for a while now. Keep doing what your doing, it's good to know that we're not alone 😂.
Just nearing the end of the titration period at the moment. Was diagnosed at 29. Having a child last year was light bulb moment and realisation that something wasn't right and hasn't been for... My whole life.
I'm on 40mg elvanse and have just been prescribed a 5mg top up as I find the morning tablet "runs out" mid afternoon. Interesting to see how the medication timing effects other people.
I would be interested to hear your thoughts in the future on addiction with ADHD, I feel my life been on big dopamine hunt wherever it was playing the fool for a reaction ,self destructive decisions or even things like internet / social media addiction. I'm sure it will take a fair bit of brain rewiring to get back to "normal" (what ever that is)👍
Hey Kieron 👋 I can imagine that was a serious wake up call! Just curious, what was it about the birth of your son/daughter that made you realise something wasn’t right?
That sounds like a cracking topic for a video mate! I can 100% say I’ve suffered at the hands of ADHD related addictions. Thanks for the comment bud, all the best 🙏
@@ollieedward643 Hey, thanks for replying.
It was probably the fact that every routine, habit and coping mechanism that I had built up after X amount of years being undiagnosed had suddenly been pulled out from under my feet. Overwhelmed was an understatement!
Went down the route of what I thought was depression with doctor's etc. Got nowhere (suprise suprise) and then a few months after by chance I found some ADHD memes and went on a hyper focus of symptoms and everything. And now here we are .(Sorry for the essay 😂👌)
Man just found yr videos - awesomely helpful stuff man
Thank you 🙏
I totally agree re the timing of the elvanse, I take it at 6am, go back to sleep and get up at 7am. Rather than waiting to the very last second to get out of bed, I now get up in good time to sort myself out.
It's not a magic bullet, but everything just goes smoother every day, and I can actually sleep most nights ,amazing.
For sure! I personally think it’s the best way to take it!
Top bloke
I'm glad that your medicine is working for you!
Hey, I'm glad to see this video being posted. I have noticed a remarkable difference in at least how you appear on camera since when you first started. I'm on 60mg Elvanse myself, which is working out really well. I'm wondering though, how are you getting on with achieving any long term goals. This is something I'm stilling struggling, mainly because I can do so much now, there are so many immediate things that require a lot of time and attention. I suppose this is where life skills come in, which we should have learnt years ago, and help us prioritise and organise our time.
Thanks man!
That’s a really good question.. I think I was so far behind with things that I had put off for years that long term goals are something I’m only now getting round to prioritising! I will let you know over the next few months if I do start to notice a shift in priority
@@ollieedward643 How's this going, Ollie?
Did you notice any difference in social interactions, conversation, sentence forming, writing etc?
Good question! Yeah, I definitely did.. I found my thoughts form much more effortlessly - it was subtle but I felt almost as though my brain went up a gear and simpler tasks could be done unconsciously. Before medication I might have to really apply my conscious attention to complete these tasks
@@ollieedward643 thanks for replying. I'm waiting to start my treatment and can't wait to get out of this lethargic state. I hope the meds will work for me. Will be following your channel (might start some videos on my channel too if those meds work haha)
Hi Ollie. Thanks for the videos, it's nice to hear from someone in a similar position to myself! I got diagnosed 6 weeks ago at 43 years old, so I've been struggling for a long time 😂 I'm still waiting for my titration appointment but I'm looking forward to hopefully seeing the same improvements that you describe, it sounds amazing. I think I'm going to try out elvanse first.
So sorry to hear that it’s taken this long to be diagnosed! Nevertheless, better later than never I guess! Please let me know how you get on with the titration - any questions don’t hesitate to ask 😁
here at 41 about to get started but was researching on the web if the meds really help as have seen so much contradictory info out there. That is how end up crossing Ollie Edward's channel. Appreciate to see someone able to share all his experience with the same meds.
@@ollieedward643 I'm currently flipping between being depressed that I've wasted so much of my life struggling and being excited to see how my life will improve moving forward 😂. There was no awareness about this sort of thing when I was at school unfortunately and my anxiety was something I just learned to bottle up. At least I am aware now and I can start working on self improvement 😊
@@RicardoPraga Yeah, there's a lot of conflicting experiences out there as everyone seems to react differently to all the medications. Fingers crossed for you mate, hopefully we both find something that works for us 😊
@@sanpawabas I wish man. Just been hitting many walls. Head hurts :D
Hi! Do you take the one 40mg a day, or have a 20/15mg boost in the afternoon? Or do you have the one and feel the crash a little at some point?
....Yeah, what this guy asked.
Hey man! I take one 40mg pill at 4:30am (on workdays, 6:00am days off) and don’t take any other boosters through the day. I don’t find myself crashing - I am always on my feet at work so maybe this helps the meds longevity
Hey Bkooda did you figure out how to soften the “crash” I’m on my second week and not enjoying how from 1pm onwards I feel tired and shitty
@@07FreshMaker The crash has gone - The first week or two I felt the crash after around 5 hours of taking it. I spoke to my psychiatrist who said it’s perfectly fine to take 2 to try and push and time the crash for the evening. After a couple weeks or so your body adjusts and doesn’t crash as much in some peoples cases, becaause Vyvanse is the more subtle feeling of a boost and crash due to how it breaks down in your body (you shouldn’t necessarily feel any boost or crash at all that you do in the first couple weeks unless your dosage is too high) I’m on Vyvanse which is supposed to be long lasting 🤷I wasn’t comfortable with it being in my system all day everyday so I went back to having one a day. I eat a good breakfast high in protein (always seems to work with the med better). No coffee or sugary drinks when taking it too - sometimes I can, other times I’ll feel more jittery. I couldn’t have coffee at the start at all because my heart would race too much and be anxious as hell! So I have it when it’s wearing off at a reduced amount and see how it went from there. I make sure I eat during the day as normal and keep hydrated. Don’t drink anything acidic or high in vitimin C like fruit juices and apples etc before or soon after taking the med as it acts like a blocker (I’ll have anything with vitamin C in if I want the meds to wear off quickly and flush it out. Usually does in an hour or two I believe).
Wow I started this week and this all matches up with what I’m going through, esp the post lunch slump. cheers,
Great update man. Really appreciate sharing those experiences. As I could see from other videos you have been 6 months taking the medication already. Correct me if Im wrong..
I think it’s been just over 4 months!
That’s crazy you mentioned post lunch slump holy shit I didn’t know that was adhd
Im starting elvanse in few months! This is giving me so much hope!
I am anxious, because in a month time I will be starting my treatment. How it has been so far?
@@Ernestas0001 I have taken meds like 3 months. Simply said, my life has changed totally! And only In good way! Nothing negative has occured and im having the time of my life
@@Neon-Neste Thank you, this is very encouraging!
Thank you Ollie you are helping me so much to understand my son.
My pleasure 🙏
Adder all has gave me help you have no idea
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You went straight into Elvanse. Nice!
Howdy and Chow, beard and hat! New York Italian from Surrey!?
Jus kidding. 😜
I find your videos very helpful. Thanks. Elvanse starts tomorrow...
Cheers Bob
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Thank You for your video!! Very helpful!! Thank You for making them short for those of us with Adhd ❤️❤️❤️
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does it help with motivation and effort at all?
For sure it does, yeah 👍
@@ollieedward643 thank you! :-)
Fantastic news ☺️ blessings 🙏🌈
Hey buddy thanks for the video, I've come to know that I can benefit of this medication. But wich one are you taking - cause here in my country only ritalin is available. Adderal is not. Thank you.
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What medication please?
Elvanse (Vyvanse in US)
Oh yes my bad lol
Hi Ollie was the medication you mention in the video Vyvanse?
Yeah it was - Elvanse here in the UK though!
How long do you feel it stays in your system & do you not get a crash when using these meds ?
I dont notice any crash personally, but i know a lot of people do experience that! I feel the effects ~1hr after taking, and after that i really dont feel the effects wearing off in any significant way. Im always tired right before bed.
Thanks Ollie, just started my meds today and I Identify with everything you mention about life unmedicated especially the morning and comatose by evening. I look forward to more videos.
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The eating 🍽 l, staying with n bed watching TikTok.
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I'm on week 2 of my medication 50 mg of elvanse. I was a problem drinker. I drank literally every day. Is it normal not to have the urge to do that anymore? Please can someone answer me because that's where I am at the moment. 3 out of 4 days I would come home from work and grab a can out of the fridge and probably 3 more when I'm not working maybe 8 more. I would have a desperate need for it sometimes, but that feeling has gone. Has anybody else experienced this? I don't seem to be able to find any information on the internet about it. Is this anyone else's experience??? Feedback would be awesome👍🙏
I experienced the same thing! My temptations are completely gone. I did read that people with ADHD are prone to addictive behavior but when medicated those behaviors go away. It’s SO interesting!!!
I have nothing helpful to add, but im super happy for you! Long may that continue!
Hi, what adhd med are you taking? Im about to start adhd treatment
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thank for sharing that I just started elvanse
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I'm getting diagnosed tomorrow
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This is amazing to watch- I’ll be starting the medication soon
Good luck Emily!
@@ollieedward643 thanks so much, I feel more prepared and reassured having watched your videos 😊
Hi Ollie, was wondering whether you experience a 'crash' in the evenings when the Elvanse starts leaving your system? If so, are there any things you do to manage it? Would be interesting to get your thoughts on this. Loving your content, cheers.
Hey man 👋 thanks for reaching out! I don’t really get a major crash anymore - when I compare the comedown from 50mg or 60mg of Elvanse, it’s nothing! If you are struggling with crashing, try exercising in the evenings (if you aren’t already) - try and time it so when the meds are losing there effect, the body’s endorphins from exercise are kicking in (easier said than done!)
I got a pretty annoying crash that caused a headache that persisted until i slept at 30mg.
When i increased to 40mg the headache dissappeared but the energy draining crash was still there. I figured out that the crash was caused by me not eating and drinking enough. I started to eat fruits/energy bars 1-2 hours before lunch and 1-2 hours after lunch. Also when I get home before eating dinner. Now I have this amazing stable energy throughout the entire day.
Lvans?
Love the videos, so nice to relate. Keep it up
Thanks Zak 🙏
What’s exercise like for you Ollie? I’ve found myself avoiding it during titration as my heart rate is a bit wild. Hoping that will stabilise and I can get running again.
I have heard of several people having that same experience! I never had the racing heart - but I do feel as though, when I’m working near my maximum heart rate, my body tires faster compared to pre-medication
@@ollieedward643 mine isn’t so much racing heart to be honest. It’s an increase in resting heart rate from 50 pre-medication to about 63 now, and more irregular and noticeably strong beating.
Have you looked at combination therapy? I’m tempted to ask my psychiatrist about it as it can mean that the stimulant dosage can be reduced when combined with something like Strattera or Tenex.
www.additudemag.com/adhd-medication-combination-therapy-treatment/amp/
@@craigmitchinson I have to say I do notice the stronger beating - sometimes it feels like I can hear it more than I can feel it!
I actually haven’t looked into that no.. I’ll do a bit of research on it now.
I’m laying in bed with racing heart and chest pains right now lol.. hoping it goes away over next few days as this is only my second week on the medication (30mg)
Great video
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