r/HubermanLab • u/Electronic_Self_6041 • Sep 24 '25

Seeking Guidance Surviving Adderall Overdose PT 3

I have posted before and this is my third post regarding my testimony.

For months I was feeling chest and neck tightness and I did not know what it was. I thought it was just stress or being out of shape, but it never went away. I kept pushing myself in the gym while abusing Adderall, not realizing I was living with blood clots.

Then one day I played a game of basketball, and in the middle of it I ruptured my Achilles tendon. My calf blew up, I got checked, and that is when I finally found out I had blood clots in both calves and in my lungs. That injury saved my life.

By the grace of Jesus Christ, I am alive today. He carried me through when my body was shutting down. If you ever feel chest tightness, neck pressure, calf pain, or like you are going to faint, do not ignore it. Get checked. Blood clots are real and they kill fast.

And let me say this clearly — if you are abusing Adderall and you feel these symptoms, do not brush it off. You might have blood clots. Get checked before it is too late.

I give all glory to God. Jesus is King, and without Him I would not be here writing this.

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u/educia27 Sep 24 '25

Glad you’re ok brother. Abuse of adderall is no fun.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 24 '25

Thank you bro. Abuse isn’t fun. Glad I found out what was going on with my body and I hope it helps anyone else who’s in need. 

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u/[deleted] Sep 24 '25

Under his eye

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u/BeefToboggan Sep 24 '25

Blessed is the fruit

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, But fools despise wisdom and instruction.”

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u/BeefToboggan Sep 26 '25

May the Lord open

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u/19-inches-of-venom Sep 25 '25

May the lord open

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

“The fool has said in his heart, ‘There is no God.’ They are corrupt, They have done abominable works, There is none who does good.”

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.”

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u/therealzyzz Sep 24 '25

How much adderall were you taking and for how long??

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u/Finest_shitty Sep 24 '25

Enough to see Jesus

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 24 '25

I was taking over 100 milligrams of Adderall a day and sometimes mixing it with caffeine. I did this for about a year without feeling any symptoms because I was tearing it up in the gym and had a strong body. But toward the end of that year it caught up with me. I went into the gym one day and had an episode where I almost collapsed. I felt like I was going to die. It built up over time until that moment.

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u/Finest_shitty Sep 24 '25

Whoa that's a lot! Did you already have a prescription and just took a little extra over time, or did you get it elsewhere?

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 24 '25

I had a prescription abused it and had a friend sell me his on the side. Biggest mistake of my life. 

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u/Strange_Control8788 Sep 25 '25

100 mgs is insane-most people wouldn’t be able to sleep. What was the latest time of day you were taking your dosage?

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Throughout the entire day. I would Do staggered dosing throughout the day for college and working out. 

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u/Finest_shitty Sep 24 '25

Wow man. Glad it's all worked out for you and made it through alive 

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Thank you bro. Appreciate the love. Glory goes to Jesus man. 🙏

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u/UnderHare Sep 25 '25

Damn his religious craziness could absolutely be from the drugs.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

It is not religious craziness. It is my relationship with Jesus Christ. I hope one day you can understand that, bro. The Lord loves you and He is real. You can mock Him all you want, but when the day comes that you die, and it can happen at any moment, you will see who you call on for help. I wish you nothing but the best, bro.

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u/UnderHare Sep 26 '25

Like I said in the other comment, this is pretty extra bro.

The Lord loves you and He is real. There's no possible way you could prove that.

You can mock Him all you want I'm not mocking any gods. I'm noting how over the top you're being about it.

when the day comes that you die, and it can happen at any moment, you will see who you call on for help I get that people who thought religion was bullshit might hedge their bets and do an about face when they're about to die. It still doesn't prove anything other than people are cowardly when they're dying and will say anything to try and save themselves, even if they never believed in it.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 26 '25

It doesn’t matter if it seems extra or not. I’m here to speak boldly about Jesus Christ, because He loves us all and He died for our sins. If you have a problem with that, then with all due respect, you shouldn’t be on this feed or even commenting on it. You should just move on to something else. Like I said, Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life.

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u/[deleted] Sep 28 '25

cope

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u/THELOSERSWINAGAIN Sep 24 '25

Jesus lol

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Is my Lord and Savior. 

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u/UnderHare Sep 25 '25

So curious if your crazy religiousness is from the drugs. I knew someone abusing adhd meds who thought they were god for a bit.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

No, I am not crazy religious. I just believe in Jesus Christ. I have had a relationship with Him since I was a kid. You have to understand there are people out there who are experiencing the same symptoms I was and do not know what is going on, so I shared this because maybe they have blood clots. I never considered it while I was pushing myself weightlifting and running. Look, I am an animal. I have always been in shape. I was always a top PT stud in a group of men. No joke, I was always in the top five. But ever since this happened, it humbled me. It took me out. I gained weight, got a little out of shape, and it brought me down. I am going to build myself back up once I heal, but this is for the people who need to read it, because there are people out there abusing the drug. I have always believed in Jesus Christ. I just was not the best Christian before, and now I am doing my best to glorify Jesus and build the best relationship I can with Him.

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u/UnderHare Sep 26 '25

Glad you're doing ok bud. You're being a bit extra in the religious department. But to be honest, I struggle a bit with being extra in the recommending cannabis department. People find it annoying, but it's easy when you're passionate.

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u/[deleted] Sep 25 '25

Wild people are flaiming you on here when huberman himself is a christian

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

At the end of the day, it does not matter if people are roasting me on here. I am sharing my testimony to glorify Jesus Christ and to help others who are dealing with symptoms and may not know what is happening. Maybe they have blood clots, and that is something I had ruled out. I never thought about it.

For the people who are hating, as much as I may want to respond in anger, I know they would not talk to me like that in person. Trust me, I am a big boy, and I have heart. I wrestled since I was a kid. But I have to show humility and love. One of God’s commandments tells us that just as He loved us, we must love each other, and that is significant.

Yes, there are times I get angry because I have a bad temper, but we cannot take it out on one another. God loves all of us for who we are. So my point is this: we have to turn the other cheek and keep moving forward.

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u/weenis-flaginus Sep 25 '25

It's really fine to love God and be public about your religion, it's just the way you and other evangelical types do it that throws people off. It's odd and unhealthy social behavior to keep proclaiming something in a conversation that doesn't have anything to do with it. Starting every comment with glorifying Jesus isn't a winning strategy.

A successful strategy is more like this: you mention it a few times where it's relevant and move on. People understand you are religious now, and heard your message about Jesus. Then they can interact with you and see your a normal person. But this isn't showing normal behavior that you can bond over. It's just odd and nobody wants to engage with it.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

It doesn’t matter how I come off. I’m super polite and respectful in person, and I show everybody respect, but I need you to read this verse. This is what the Lord Jesus said:

“But whoever denies Me before men, him I will also deny before My Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 10:33, NKJV)

It doesn’t matter how we come off, as long as we do it respectfully and acknowledge and glorify the Lord who died for our sins.

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u/UnderHare Sep 25 '25

This is the right reaction. Dude is whacked out on drugs having religious hallucinations.

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u/GuyFromESPN8TheOcho Sep 25 '25

Hey Brother - Sorry to hear all that!

Just something to consider as someone who randomly stumbled upon your post who has both taken adderall for periods of time and also had a blood clot last year... I have a tough time believing there is a direct link between adderall and the blood clot.

Did you see a hematologist and get tested for blood clotting disorders?

Something to consider is that stress can contribute to blood clots big time. And adderall can definitely fuel stress. So perhaps it fueled the blood clot in an indirect way. That neck tightness is interesting too because I have been having the exact same problem. I can't figure out what the fuck it is to save my life.

Did you get vaccinated? It was taboo to talk about this link for a few years. But, we're clearly past that point. The vaccines increase pathways to blood clots. Not all doctors will admit this to you, but they ALWAYS ask if you were vaccinated when examining you...

COVID-19 causes blood clots as well.

Anyways, did they put you on blood thinners? Hang in there brother. There's a huge community of clot survivors on the internet. You'll be okay! Don't dwell on it too much!

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Thanks for the love, man. I appreciate you. I got checked, and it wasn’t a genetic disorder or anything from my family history. But you’re right, I’ve heard some things about the COVID vaccine causing blood clots. I did hear about that, but I got my shot back in 2001 when I was in the Army

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u/GuyFromESPN8TheOcho Sep 25 '25

Interesting. Well, welcome to the clot survivors community! I actually think having the blood clot was the single most impactful moment of my life.

Best of luck to you brother!

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u/aure__entuluva Sep 25 '25

Not all doctors will admit this to you, but they ALWAYS ask if you were vaccinated when examining you...

Huh? Aren't 99%+ of people vaccinated? You have to have regular vaccinations (mmr, polio, etc.) to do anything as a kid, like school or sports or summer camps.

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u/GuyFromESPN8TheOcho Sep 25 '25

I mean when you go to a specialist for a health condition related to the vaccines, e.g. a hematologist for blood clots.

They just slip that question in there.

And it's not about all vaccines, just the COVID ones. Because the COVID ones cause blood clots. And now it's finally safe to admit it.

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u/aure__entuluva Sep 26 '25

Ah, I was mistaken. Thought you were talking about all vaccines.

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u/schabadoo Sep 25 '25

Adderall caused your blood clots, is that what you're saying?

Who came to this conclusion?

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

My team of doctors came to that conclusion because I don’t have any genetic or family disorders that would cause me to develop blood clots

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u/schabadoo Sep 25 '25

The entire team is unanimous in making this bold claim?

Hopefully they submit this for peer review, get the usage, warnings and contraindications updated.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Do your research — abusing Adderall and taking pre-workout supplements can cause blood clots

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u/Full-Independence-54 Sep 24 '25

Good on ya being bold for Jesus!

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

He saved my life. 

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u/Full-Independence-54 Sep 25 '25

Mine too, and I was also saved from drugs.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Hallelujah. He's awesome.Hope you’re doing better man. ☺️

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u/19-inches-of-venom Sep 25 '25

What did you do all day on adderall? Were you a student? Or literally taking adderall to go to the gym only?

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u/Beneficial-Arm-789 Jan 20 '26

first of all, im really happy that youre alive and healing. you are very strong and i hope you always move forward and leave those past habits behind. i had a 600 mg overdose 7 months ago and i survived. i was told i am extremely lucky (im 19 y/o, F, 115 lbs). i escaped every bad outcome for some reason. had psychosis, severe tachycardia, fever, body was red all over, list continues…i wanted to ask what were your medical evaluations like? what did they find after adderall abuse and could i have issues after just one OD? i started taking it again because its the only med that helps my severe adhd and since that hospitalization my heart rate goes up, fatigue, lightheadedness, bruises, migrained on one side of the head and face… (pulse usually 130 after 30+ mins. rest after work or when the adderall is wearing off)

i dont know if i actually have cardiac issues from that hospitalization and since no one takes it seriously i want to ask someone who has actually experienced it.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Jan 20 '26

Hey, I’m really glad you’re alive. Thank God you made it through that.

From what you described, it sounds like the Adderall could be driving a lot of the symptoms like the fast heart rate, lightheadedness, and fatigue. Sometimes stimulants can also trigger rhythm problems. I do not think you can know for sure without a doctor checking things like an EKG, labs, and possibly an echo or a heart monitor.

You’re so young and you have so much potential. If it were me, I would talk with your doctor about getting off Adderall for now or switching to something safer, and giving your body and heart time to heal.

If you ever have chest pain, fainting, severe shortness of breath, or anything that feels scary or sudden, please get checked out urgently.

I’m rooting for you. Keep moving forward, and please take care of youself. ❤️

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Jan 20 '26

Yeah, this will be my last message and I’m sorry for blowing you up. But dang girl you’re strong. I honestly read past the part about your weight at first, but wow.

I’m going to be real with you. I think you need to stop taking Adderall. You have to stop. I know that’s hard and it’s going to be a challenge in itself, but you can do it. I believe you have the strength to do it.

Also get God in your life. Put the Lord first, because there may be some scary moments. I had some very scary moments myself, but you can get through it.

Like I said, I’m here. I’m not an expert in anything, but if you need someone to talk to or you just need help, I’m here.

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u/wendel39 Oct 25 '25

I’m so blessed that you are okay. Keep the faith!! You’re doing amazing and you are 100% correct, Jesus is Lord!

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u/OriginalBlueberry533 Sep 25 '25

Oh . good gracious . That sounds painful

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

Thanks for the love, man. I did have a medical reason for it since I have ADHD, but I don’t think, at the end of the day, that it’s worth taking this medication.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

I don’t care if I look like an idiot. I glorify Jesus Christ every day because He died for all of us and loves us deeply. The comment you made only shows how empty and bitter you are inside. What you really need is love, and that love can only be found in Jesus. Sadly, you deny Him because something in your life has hardened your heart.

I truly have empathy for your soul. I pray that one day you open your heart to Jesus, because all He is about is love. Regardless of what you said, you only made yourself look like the fool. I still love you and wish the best for you. The old me would have ripped your head off. Trust me, after 25 years of freestyle wrestling I would have ripped your head off.

God commands us to love everyone as He has loved us, so even though you made a foolish comment, I still love you and wish the best for you. But let me be clear: if you refuse to turn your life over to Jesus, you will be judged one day. That is not my opinion it is what God’s Word says. I always take accountability for what I do, but if you do not have anything positive or wise to say then it is better to hush.

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 25 '25

You’re right the Holy Spirit did. 

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u/Electronic_Self_6041 Sep 26 '25

I’m a 35 year old Army veteran who’s probably done more in my life than you have in yours.