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Wanted to share smth I found recently. I felt like it was pretty darn accurate. I’ll provide the link here but there’s a screenshot I took that I feel I can relate to quite heavily. https://pairedlife.com/love/infatuations
I’ve struggled with so many heavy infatuations before and a friend recommended this. Hope it helps anyone else out there who’s gone through this or may be going through this right now.
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I’ve been prescribed it since I was 14 for ADD (diagnosis confirmed at age 14, and then again at 22). I have started and quit the medication several times, though I would say I’ve never abused it or been addicted to it. Usually, I stop taking the medication when busy season ends. I lower the dosage by 2.5-5mg daily, until I am at a very low dosage
(cont). I ensure that my diet is as clean as possible, I’m drinking a TON of water (seriously very important), and without exception, getting as much sleep as possible during this process. I work out very hard every single night before sleeping until I am drenched in sweat. You want to encourage your body to produce as much natural dopamine as possible.
If you are truly addicted and cannot stop, you absolutely need to see a counselor who specializes in this ASAP before it gets way too out of hand. Please, message me if you want to talk. I’m here to help you.
No advice as I haven’t dealt with that but i wish you luck. I would look to a doctor but you can also research on the internet. Not a doctor and not medical advice but your dopamine receptors are likely shot if you have been taking too much for too long. Not sure if you need to taper down slowly or can be done quickly but you will likely have symptoms of withdrawal and should
Look into what sorts of supplements to take like Tyrosine. Maybe check the ADHD bowl for better luck as well.
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