I am in the process of getting formally diagnosed with ADHD. So far, about two psychiatrists have basically confirmed it, based on my list of symptoms and my history.
I know this is a question for another time, but I’m losing a ton of weight right now and getting myself to look better. If it comes to getting medicated for ADHD, will any of the meds affect fat loss? I really don’t have any problems putting on muscle, but I do have a problem losing fat (genetic issue).
@rgb_leds_are_love most ADHD medicines do not cause weight gain. If anything, maybe some weight loss for many of them. should be fine.
Do you know if the meds do that by themselves, or do they do some voodoo like killing the sensations of hunger? Or something like that?
@rgb_leds_are_love yeah mostly they suppress appetite, as far as I know, though I suppose they may increase basal metabolism a bit too. not sure, honestly, about the specifics.
@pharmachiatrist thank you. That makes sense.
Yes. I got formally diagnosed.
The most common prescription are stimulants, which are known for suppressing hunger.
