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Posted at 1:39 PM on Feb 11, 2008 by mamacita, #27097
My 9-yr-old daughter was just prescribed Adderall for a one-month trial period. The first day was incredible. She was such a joy to be around. It was like I had my little girl back. She has been so trying for so long that I was just ecstatic. Although she did suffer from a bellyache throughout the day, which I hope will subside. The next day was not as wonderful. She was still a little hyperactive but her concentration was still improved and she was on her best behavior all day. The third day was almost as good as the first day, but that night she came into our room saying she heard voices whispering. When I asked her what they were saying she couldn't tell me what was said but was very scared. I have been distraught ever since. Is this indicating she does not have ADHD or is it a side effect from the medication? Please help, as I don't want her to continue on this medication if her mental stability will be sacrificed.
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Reply 2 months ago on Sep 08, 2008 by napryl, #12152

Ive been taking adderall.Im 28 and the medicine seems to wear off before im done what im doing so i take another.I had the same problem and there are side effects hallucinating and i think its when you take more than your supose to.Ive been reading what everyone is saying and some effects i have and some i havent it effects people different.But yes i know exactly what youre talking about search the drug and it will show you all the side effects.

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Reply 29 days ago on Nov 02, 2008 by julyb2, #14083

Im 31 now, but as a child (and during high school) I saw, um, let's say.. spirits. It was always an unpleasant experience, but I think *my* situation didnt have to do with me being on Ritalin. Kids are more spiritually sensitive than adults already, but I think kids with ADD/ADHD are even more sensitive- on EVERY level! That said, I do not want you to think I am saying she is really hearing voices. My immediate response when I read your post was, "OMG, get her off Adderall NOW!" I say that because it is a "head" drug and ANY time you start a medication and you start to notice a change in mood, tell your doctor RIGHT AWAY. It is SO important! You may want to try giving her Dexadrine. That worked best for me. But before all that, I would encourage you to look into a special school for kids with ADD/ADHD. I wish that had been avaialble to me when I was young. :{ Unfortunately I am now 31 years old and can tell these drugs have taken their toll on my body and my mind. Hang in there, Mom! It's HARD to have a kid with ADD but I would guess even harder to have it. P.S. I almost forgot- Again, I dont know whether or not your daughter is hearing voices because she started taking Adderall (tho I do think it's pretty suspicious!), but regardless of the reason,
I would tell your daughter to pray when she hears these voices. Every time I did (and I saw them often), they would leave. She does not need to be afraid, and she should NOT listen to what they say! You shouldnt be afraid, either, Mom :)

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