Is there any way to get Ritalin without a parent?

Question

I have ADHD and it is severely affecting my school grades. I have a friend who gave me a Ritalin pill a year ago and it really worked. I told my parent about it but they refuse to prescribe it because they are blinded by the dangers and ignore to the benefits I need. Is there any way I can get the pills without my parents like a free clinic or something? I am 17, in high school, and have insurance.

Answer 1

You should be able to go see a doctor without your parents permission. Heck, my kids need to sign a release to allow the Dr office to give me information. But then be aware that your insurance will send a billing statement to your parents, if you covered under their plan. Usually there is also a co- payment for prescriptions.

Answer 2

As a parent of a 15 year old I would not want her taking any medication that wasn't prescribed for her as they can be dangerous. And as one poster has said how do you know that you have ADHD??? It's not just something that pops up in the middle of high school. There are signs of it that would have appeared way before this. I think that you're confusing the pressures of high school with ADHD and to use a medication that you don't need might have long term side effects you don't know about. If you truly think that you have ADHD than talk to your school counselor or medical doctor and ask to be evaluated and have a treatment plan drawn up. That would be the way to prove to your parents that you're serious about getting an handle on this. Others wise your jeopardizing you mental health for what??? A high??

Answer 3

Really dumb thing your friend did by giving you the Ritalin, do you know that's illegal to do that, not just dangerous?

How do you know you have ADHD, has a professional team evaluated you with a 700 point exam yet? Have your teachers and relatives given testimony of various things that would point to ADHD?

Wanting to take pills that are very harmful is not at all smart. I can understand you want to feel better, but there are other things that can be done first.

I strongly suggest you see the book "THE ADD BOOK" by Sears and Thompson. They discuss diet, behavior modification, natural remedies, etc., to help. This is the way to go first.

And no you cannot go on it without parents consent.

Answer 4

Your parents put you on RITATLIN?!? Oh my god! ADHD or ADD is a misnomer!!! It's just boredom or need of exercise! Ritalin shrinks your brain! Get off the stuff! You have the right! Have a talk with them and if they don't agree, just get rid of it and say you're taking it. Or move out!

Answer 5

Like the persom before me said takeing other peoples pills is not a good idea but there is a natural herb you can get at like a health food store, im not sure of the name but if you go and ask i'm sure they can point you in the right place, further more as for your parents not wanting to believe you need help i know the feeling my aint is the same way about my cousin and he got this herb and proved it to them so maybe they need to be proven wrong, not saying that they are but it is possible, as a mom myself i make mistakes it's noraml. good luck!

Answer 6

Talk to your doctor about Strattera. It's a non-stimulant, non-addictive medication that is effective in treating ADHD.

Answer 7

you need to eat more healtful foods....you need proper nutrition.....eat a balanced diet...PLENTY A FRUIT..and ralston in the morning...butter yes....and milk...wholesome puddings, and evem a good tonic from the yoke of an egg can help;;;;are you getting protein? cut out teh sweets.....throw that COCCOLA DOWN THE DRAIN/.//no sugar....be wholesome ...ritalin is a drug////it can be abused....see your DOKTA....SPEAK TO THE SCHOOL NURSE

Answer 8

The answer is NO. not until you turn 18.

Seems like drug-seeking behavior you're displaying. Be careful

Answer 9

One ritalin won't cure you. You have to allow it time & take it consistantly for you to feel results.