Hey y’all!

So a little backstory, I was prescribed ADHD medication about a month ago. I’m a college student, and I’m 20 years old. I started with Concerta ER (54 mg) but felt like that didn’t work. So I went back to my psychiatrist and she put me on Adderall XR (20mg). This is my 2nd day taking Adderall XR. Im just not sure how to know if it’s working or not. Do you guys have any advice on how you know when your medication is working? Is it a dramatic difference? Some of my adhd struggles are procrasination, organization, lack of focus (obviously), forgetfulness, and occasional hyperactivity.

I planned today to go study at 1 pm. Here it is, 5pm, and I’m still laying here. I know it’s not a magic pill, but should I be feeling a difference in motivation? I’m just a little lost on what to expect.

My psych also brought up the idea of trying a non-stimulant (like Strattera), but I was a little hesitant because it takes a while for it to build up in your system and work. Do any of y’all have any experience with non-stims vs. stims? How did that work for you?

Thanks, any advice I’d greatly appreciate!!