Has anyone gotten to the point where it is physically painful to try and concentrate? Not sure what to do at this point; had Ritalin for a bit, but I adjusted in like 10 days before the benefits went away. Now I’m scared I’ll just keep getting worse

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The only thing that works for me when I have one of those days is exercise! I always save my difficult/tedious work for post-workout. I wfh so it's easier to squeeze in, but if you go into the office try at least getting in a walk, or work out in the morning. See if it helps any.

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Try a different med. I wasn’t a huge fan of Ritalin way back. Meditating in 5 min bursts also helps me get in the zone

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I always get tired when I'm not busy enough, or don't have enough to stimualte my brain. Once I've started getting tired, there's very little to break me out of the slump until I get home and get into my personal zone to recharge. Taking breaks to listen to something to switch gears in the brain (music helps me a lot) helps to keep me going at least for the day.

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Same 😭😭 I always get that second wind once the weight of boredom is lifted.

Have you talked to your therapist about this? If you haven't, I think this is the right time to do so. It took me a while to find the right medicine and the right dose. I once helpless because I think I have the worst case just because my meds don't seem to benefit me. Keep trying, OP! I know you'll get there eventually.

Hey. I feel you. I had the same experience last year and I took a break from work. Relax your mind and take a breather.

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