• SlyLycan@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    13 days ago

    Why caffeine? I have an ADHD assessment and for the first appointment that was one of the questions, if I drank caffeine and how much if so.

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      12 days ago

      Most people who seek professional help have at one time attempted to self-medicate to resolve their issues.

      Stimulants are what you would self-medicate with for ADHD. Caffeine is a simulant.

      Source: I used to drink up to 3 energy drinks per day to stay on task at work. It was literally killing me