Adderall Withdrawals
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Adderall is useful in treating ADHD and other conditions, which is why doctors prescribe this medication in certain cases. Unfortunately, the drug is not always beneficial, because it can lead to addiction. Adderall addiction is very common, and anyone who takes the drug for long periods is at risk of becoming addicted to the substance.
When one becomes addicted to Adderall, they will either not want to quit or will experience terrible side effects if they even try to stop taking the drug. Addiction to Adderall can be bad, and the worse the addiction, the worse the withdrawal symptoms are going to be.
It is important to prevent Adderall addiction and withdrawal. Still, it’s also crucial to learn how to recognize withdrawal symptoms so that you know what to do in that situation. If you think you are experiencing an overdose from Adderall, call 9-11 immediately.
Understanding Adderall
Adderall is a drug that combines amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. The two are central nervous stimulants, known to increase dopamine and norepinephrine in people’s brains – therefore, decreasing impulsivity and improving focus. Adderall was approved by The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) back in 1996.
The drug is offered on prescription, often in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). So, Adderall will not be available to people without a prescription.
At the same time, it can be quite dangerous, mainly because using it for extended periods can result in addiction. As one is getting the positive effects of the drug, they will keep using it, sometimes increasing their dose without the doctor’s approval. As a result, the person may become addicted, which makes it harder to give up on Adderall later on.
Adderall addiction appears because the body and brain are used to receiving the drug – therefore, they will expect it just as usual.
Adderall Withdrawal
Adderall withdrawal is what happens once you stop taking the drug. It is the result of your body being used to the drug’s effects after a very long time. For this reason, you will find it hard and perhaps impossible to function without consuming Adderall.
As a result, you start experiencing what is known as withdrawal as soon as you stop taking the drug. Withdrawal affects individuals who take high doses of Adderall and those who have taken them for a very long time.
The body is trying to recover itself after relying on the drug so much for pleasant effects. As it recalibrates, the former Adderall user deals with very uncomfortable symptoms.
These symptoms can be very difficult to handle, and while they are not always dangerous, they may be deadly if they prompt the Adderall user to commit suicide. What’s more, these symptoms may sometimes prompt the person into consuming Adderall once again.
Symptoms of Withdrawals
When Adderall withdrawal occurs, it will bring some terrible symptoms along. These symptoms will be the opposite of Adderall’s effects, which is one of the things that make them so hard to handle. Adderall boosts someone’s energy, euphoria, and focus, whereas withdrawal will bring the other side of the spectrum.
Adderall withdrawal symptoms will appear differently in everyone, as they depend on the individual’s history with substance abuse and on how long they’ve been using Adderall. Recognizing the symptoms will allow you to help someone in need. Here are the most common Adderall withdrawal symptoms:
- Headaches
- Nightmares
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Sleeping for too long
- Fatigue
- Increased appetite
- Hard time focusing
- Achiness
- Suicidal thoughts
At times, withdrawal will make you feel drunk or hungover. If you used the medication in a way that was not recommended by the doctor, this is very likely to happen.
Withdrawal Timeline
Everyone will go through withdrawal differently, but the timeline is pretty much the same for everyone.
One or two days after you’ve last taken the drug, the symptoms of Adderall withdrawal are going to show up. They may be mild or severe, depending on the case. Usually, they last a few days or a few weeks.
After 5-7 days, the symptoms start to fade away, but they will not be fully gone. Many people have reported feeling the withdrawal effects weeks after they last used the drug.
Bear in mind that your body and brain may have been dependent on the drug for an extended period. So, depending on how bad your addiction was, your symptoms will be different.
How long your withdrawal lasts may depend on other things such as:
- Your health and mental health history
- Your genes
- The history of addiction in your family
Preventing Withdrawals from Adderall
Because Adderall withdrawal can be extremely difficult for people, it is important to prevent it. You should only use Adderall under prescription, and take the dose recommended by your healthcare provider. Usually, Adderall use is meant for a short period.
To prevent Adderall withdrawal, you may want to consider the following things:
- Make sure to go to regular checkups if you were prescribed Adderall
- Only take the drug as instructed by the doctor
- Before you decrease your dose or stop taking Adderall, talk to your doctor
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Treatment For Adderall Addiction
When someone is experiencing withdrawal symptoms from Adderall, they should get medical attention as soon as possible. Doctors will assist the patient to make sure they are safe and that they can handle the symptoms without going back to using Adderall.
To get the drug out of the person’s system, they may need to go through detox, after which withdrawal may start. Generally, to prevent withdrawal, many specialists will gradually decrease the amount of Adderall consumed by the individual. Therefore, they help the person give up on the drug slowly rather than suddenly.
The person may also have to go to therapy to identify their drug triggers and learn to manage them.
How Real Deal Can Help
Real Deal can help you go through detox successfully and get Adderall out of your system. We know how to help someone manage withdrawal and will be there to guide them through the process and make sure they are safe and get the right treatment.
After detox, we offer people a sober living program where they can live in peace while their body and brain recover from the addiction. It can help decrease the chances of a relapse.
When you see someone dealing with Adderall withdrawal, you should call for help immediately. Our professionals will help the person manage the symptoms and get rid of the addiction.