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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 43 MIN

331 ADHD Medications: What’s Fact, What’s Fiction, and Why They’re Not “Basically Meth”

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Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy?In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes to treatment, this one’s a must-listen.By the end, you’ll know what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what might actually change your life.This Episode's Resources: The Clinical Pharmacokinetics of Amphetamines Utilized in the Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder  Drug Fact Sheet: Methamphetamine   ADHD Medication and the "Zombie Effect"  Stimulant ADHD medication and risk for substance abuse Methylphenidate and Atomoxetine in Pregnancy and Possible Adverse Fetal Outcomes  Long-Term Outcomes of ADHD: Academic Achievement and Performance Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokCozy EarthSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Think ADHD meds are “basically meth”? Afraid they’ll turn you into a zombie? Wondering if you really need them—or if they’re even safe during pregnancy? In this episode, I’m busting through the most common (and most damaging) myths about ADHD medication—fast. No fluff, just clarity. If you’ve ever felt confused, judged, or pressured when it comes to treatment, this one’s a must-listen. By the end, you’ll know what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what might actually change your life. This Episode's Resources: The Clinical Pharmacokinetics of Amphetamines Utilized in the Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder  Drug Fact Sheet: Methamphetamine   ADHD Medication and the "Zombie Effect"  Stimulant ADHD medication and risk for substance abuse Methylphenidate and Atomoxetine in Pregnancy and Possible Adverse Fetal Outcomes  Long-Term Outcomes of ADHD: Academic Achievement and Performance Watch this episode on YouTube Want help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED! Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343 Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTok Cozy Earth See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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