Reply #56: Amen to that

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And to make matters more interesting, Sis remarked to me that my niece's habits were startingly similar to mine. I researched ADHD thoroughly, realized I'd spent my life undiagnosed (it does run in families) and grudgingly made a doctor's appointment.

The doc, a psychiatrist, interviewed me for about 45 minutes and said I probably could benefit from medication. We tried Strattera first, and it did NOTHING. Then we tried Concerta, and I've been on it ever since.

Interesting "side effects" for this drug: in addition to much better focus and improved ability to follow conversations, I've been able to control two long-time problems.

I've always had a stammer, which is gone once I take the Strattera. I also have a severe nail-biting habit, one that I've been able to control with regular manicures and acrylic tips. Once I take Concerta the urge goes away. Late at night, when the drug begins to wear off, the urge reappears, though in a weakened form.

Have no idea what that means, but it is interesting.