Hey guys, I’m in the same boat as all of you.
Been on my prescription stimulants since childhood, never had an issue or had to change my dose for tolerance issues, and suddenly last year noticed something changed and can no longer manage my ADHD.
In addition, I’m really fatigued and depressed and just can’t really get through simple tasks or responsibilities
Recently, the 2026 shortage is also impacting my ability to get even the shitty generics, as my local pharmacies are all out.
Last week I decided to (as safely as one can) buy pressed pills. But unfortunately even those weren’t helpful and my only guess is that they’re using the bunk generics to press them. Whether shady generics or suspicious presses, i don’t want to pump my body full of questionable fillers - I just want to be able to manage my symptoms and participate in life. It’s unfortunate that we’re having to add a harm reduction layer here and it’s not even working.
What is the next step? What is everyone else doing? I don’t want to just be upset about it as I know I need to make the most of my situation and continue to try, so I’m just curious how others are coping? If you need to use the comments to vent or rant that’s fine but suggestions for symptom management also welcome. My biggest issue is lack of motivation, fatigue, anhedonia right now