Yes. It is very normal. I am experiencing literally the same thing you are. I am 23 years old and have been asking myself the same question: education or happiness? The adderall is a miracle drug for ADD, but makes me depressed as ever. I chose to go off of it because feeling that depressed sucks. A lot of the times I don't feel like talking or dealing with anyone because I'm irritable and down, so people tend to stay away from me while I isoloate myself. I have been battling depression since highschool. I feel no one can understand it unless they experience it long term. You have top force yourself sometimes to overcome it; really push yourself. Going to the gym on a steady basis helps a lot even if its 3-4 times a week. Listening to upbeat music helps. Stay away from the alcohol and substances; for that can only make it worse. Keep trying.... I know it's tough. Sometimes praying helps, depending on if you're religious or not.
Thanks everyone for your responses. After my first post I had a couple days where i felt progressively happy. But now it's been four days, and today I feel like I'm back at square one. I can't socialize; I try to but I come off unfriendly because it's so hard to smile. Is this normal? To go back and forth like this in the beginning? I was so sure it was working...now it hurts to breathe again.
I like Welbutrin; you may need to up your dosage. I'm at 300mg. But the anti-ADD effects are kind of side effects of that medication while your body adjusts... mine only lasted a week. It may be because your body is so used to ADD meds and you've been on anti-depressants for awhile that you need a stronger kick. Oh, and I hear you on the education thing. I'm in my junior year as well, and I can't have this **** getting in the way again.
First of all you should be very proud of how well your doing in school. I think that's increduble. As for Welbutrin XL....I was told by the Dr. and Pharmacist that it can take up to a month for full effects. I felt a difference right away but after a month or so I had major anxiety. I had to give it up. On a positive note I have heard really good things with it as far as dealing with depression and ADD together. Good Luck!!
thanks so much for your response. im still waiting on significant results, but the days seem to be going by a bit easier:)
Welbutrin XL is often used for ADD and Depression, so it might be a good compramize for you. It took me the 300mg dose when i was at my worst to be effective. I felt full effect in about a month.