I’ve realized that I kind of rely on my periods of hyperfocus to complete things (when I’m able to direct it toward the right task). If I go onto medication, will I still be able to hyperfocus? As destructive as hyperfocus can be when it’s pointed at the wrong thing, it’s like a superpower when it’s pointed at the right thing. Sometimes I appreciate the periodic flurry of activity and inspiration.

  • fiat_lux@kbin.social
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    1 year ago

    I can, and the stimulant medications have such a short effect that even if you don’t, it won’t be hard to return to being unmedicated as your default if you find it more helpful.

    • FringeTheory999@lemmy.worldOP
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      1 year ago

      hmmm. so if the meds don’t last that long I could conceivably plan blocks of unmedicated time when I don’t have responsibilities… then I could use that time to let my mind wander or hyperfocus whichever the case may be. I appreciate the discoveries I make when my mind wanders, and I appreciate the creative things I can accomplish when my mind hyperfocuses, it’s just that neither of these things are conducive to existing in a modern society that’s constantly making needy demands. In your case, does a strategy like that sound pheasible?

      • tubabandit@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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        1 year ago

        There are long-acting formulations that can get you through a day. If you want a short-acting med then that’s your call, but I prefer a steady level of stimulation that carries me through the day.

        On meds I have to make sure I don’t lose control of my focus. It’s the opposite problem; I need to make sure I don’t lock on too strongly, versus not being able to focus at all. After all, the underlying problem of inattentive ADHD is an inability to regulate focus appropriately. I find it’s a much better trade-off, mind you, but my point is that I no longer need to rely on this roll-of-the-dice “hyperfocus” state to kick in. Especially useful since I rarely achieve this unless there is a panic-induced deadline looming.

      • fiat_lux@kbin.social
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        1 year ago

        Very feasible, my doctor was very clear about the fact you can take them when necessary because there are no withdrawals at prescribed dosages.

        Hopefully evening is a good focus time for you though, because they do have a possible side effect of insomnia. I don’t take any after maybe 6pm for that reason.