I relapsed and took Adderall again and I’m right back where I started and already for more to keep the binge going and I know I need help but idk if I can stop and what happens if I’m not productive without it? Idk like I feel like everything is going so fast ya know?

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I know life feels impossible without it. But the fact you even tried to give it up once is a huge step.

I took it daily for 9 years, and have been off it now for 5. Took about a year for me to feel normal again after quitting cold turkey, but I’m way better off now for it.

You WILL find ways to be productive without it.

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Thank you! I appreciate it. There’s hope for me too I think. I haven’t slept in 2 days and I’m exhausted but can’t sleep and I feel like my life is falling apart

I went back to work after detox and was afraid that I wouldn’t be productive as well. Come to find out is was my head (stinking thinking) telling me I couldn’t do it. I was fine. More clear headed than ever. If you don’t already, go to NA or AA meetings everyday and get a sponsor. A support group makes all the difference in keeping recovery long term. Hang in there, and don’t pick up no matter what! 🙏

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