is there a connection between ADD / ADHD and depression?

Question

I have depression and I'm taking antidepressants. When I was a kid I used to always misbehave in school, and my teachers told my mother I had ADHD, and that I should be medicated for it, but she didn't believe in doing that. I'm not so hyper anymore, but I do have a hard time paying attention at work, and my job requires (as most do) a lot of attention. I'm not sure if it's the medication making my "zomby-ish". No one has told me I'm bein a zombie, so I don't think thats it. Just on the job I can't seem to keep up with everything. Would there be a problem if I kept taking my anti-depressants, and started taking ADD meds?

Answer 1

There are medications that adults take for ADHD, and yes there is sometimes a connection between ADHD and depression. If you think you are having trouble concentrating talk to your doctor; any change in medication should be monitored for problems as I am sure you know.

Answer 2

Do not take anti-depressants, my best friend in the whole world took them and died because she had ADD and commited suicide. The pills enchance your endorphans but don't let you release them so it basically doesn't do anything and may make things worse. Maybe you are the type of person that needs more love and attention. Get out talk to people hang out with friends more and sleep. Sleeping and eating a healthier diet will help you to focus more. Consult a doctor if things don't work out.

Answer 3

I don't really know but I take dytrana a patch each day for my ADHD. and ADD/ADHD meds are somewhat of a stimulent to help you focus.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

they tried to tell me my twin grandsons had ADHD ,I don't believe it .it seems like it was more,and I was right,they have autism spectrum disorder,its not as bad as it sound here are a few links to check out,you will be amazed at what u find out. It makes u wonder what's really going on

http://www.ritalindeath.com/Conditions-that-Mimic-ADHD.htm
http://www.adhdfraud.org/frameit.asp?src=http://www.adhdvideo.org

http://brighttots.com/pdd_Pervasive_Development_Disorder.ht