Serious Mental Breakdown, ADD & Depression

[Noniska]

I recently went through a really terrible break-up with a person who was very emotionally isolated and with whom I couldn't communicate effectively. This person was also very critical of everything I did and offered little, if any, support for my self-esteem and confidence. I was madly in love with this person until I realized how emotionally unaffected this person was and how controlling this person was over my life. During our entire relationship, I was also taking Adderall. I was never extensively tested for ADD, but my doctor and I had determined that this was the best course of treatment for several reasons. I wasn't responding positively depression meds, I was depressed often, my mind would move exhaustively from one thought to another, this made focusing and concentrating more difficult, my energy and motivations levels had become uncharacteristically low, and related issues. Since the break-up, and corresponding mental breakdown, I've experienced high stress levels, social anxiety, difficulty communicating and possibly some cognitive processing and/or memory impairment. I have no idea how to address this problem. I am concerned that the Adderall might be exacerbating the problem, but I also concerned that my former problems (which improved with taking the Adderall) might return. My doctor has recommended taking an anti-depressant in conjunction with the Adderall. I am concerned about the cause being some more serious mental issue (PTSD, schizophrenia, social anxiety disorder). I'm just not sure and would appreciate insight from anyone who has had a similar experience(s) or has specialized knowledge on these issues.

[margypops]

I did not realise there was a back log to leave a post for the Doctor, hopefully you will be able to try again and may be others here with answers .it does sound as if you need a Doctors advice about the Meds.

[Noniska]

Thank you for your responses and suggestions. I currently see a psychiatrist who also acts as my therapist. I have addressed these concerns with him to a large extent; however, I fear he may be too deferential when it comes to prescribing medications. He is an excellent therapist; but, as I am a very self-assured person, he seems given to relying on my expressions on the subject perhaps a bit too much in making his determinations. I would appreciate more information. I have attempted on several occasions to post in the doctor forum, but each time it I try, the forum has already reached its limit on submissions. I was hoping I might be able to get more timely advice by posting my question here.

[AnnaE]

Have you seen a psychiatrist for advice on medication and evaluation? Or perhaps a
psychiatrist can also refer you to a therapist. Sounds like you need help with the medication first, and more complete diagnoses.

Write back if you need more support or information.

Perhaps others here can comment more on your meds.

[AnnaE]

Have you seen a psychiatrist for advice on medication and evaluation? Or perhaps a
psychiatrist can also refer you to a therapist. Sounds like you need help with the medication first, and more complete diagnoses.

Write back if you need more support or information.

Oerhaps others here can comment more on your meds.

[margypops]

We have an ADHD &ADD expert Doctor   Forum on Med help, you may get more definitive answers to your question there ,Good luck