We took him off it for a week and he just started Vyvanse over the weekend. My son started taking Focalin two weeks ago and the side effects were not good.
Nobody would judge those people for using the extra tools they need to function in life, and this is no different. To me, it is no different than a diabetic taking insulin shots or a nearsighted person wearing glasses. These kids need help to function in ways that people without ADHD take for granted. Regarding medication, I used to sort of judge parents who put their kids on medication. It's impossible not to lose your patience sometimes, so don't beat yourself up about that.
But it is so hard trying to work, raise other children, and just manage all the details of your life when you have a child that can be so uncooperative - whether it is their fault or not. Feeling guilty that I yell at him too much is awful. I feel the same way about my 7 year old son who was recently diagnosed with ADHD.
