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coldblues 11 months ago | parent | context | favorite | on: Notes on Managing ADHD

For those who cannot be prescribed amphetamines, I recommend seeking out Modafinil. It works really well and a regular psychiatrist should be able to prescribe it.

jawon 11 months ago [–]

I found it made me think and act sleep deprived even though I didn't feel it and also increased anxiety.

Guanfacine is also an alternative, and it's method of action also makes it anxiety reducing.

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