Dear Dr. Roach: I recently read a book where a person who suffered from anxiety and depression found that Adderall gave relief from the effects of anxiety and depression. My initial thought was that this could help a person focus and perform, almost like a stimulant. Currently, Xanax is a nice option that appears to help with my anxiety issues.
Also, stimulants can make anxiety symptoms worse, so I am cautious about using stimulants in a person with both anxiety and depression. Clinical judgment and experience is even more important in this situation. However, I have seen too many cases where people become dependent on these drugs and have difficulty quitting. Finally, the way the body gets used to these drugs can lead to some people developing withdrawal symptoms, even when taking a stable dose. Most people do very well with safer medications for anxiety disorders.
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