ADHD Medication: Myths, Titration, Dopamine & The Truth No One Tells You

This week on Hold On, What Was I Saying? we’re talking all things ADHD medication — the myths, the stigma, the side effects, and what it actually feels like to start titration.We cover:• What ADHD medication really does (and what it doesn’t)• Why it’s not a “limitless pill”• The zombie myth• “It’s basically meth” — debunked• Titration journeys & changing prescribers• Concerta vs Medikinet (our experiences)• Dopamine, oestrogen & why your meds feel different during your cycle• Why protein breakfast is essential• Alcohol, caffeine & hangovers on meds• Rejection sensitivity & what medication doesn’t fix• The texting paralysis / object permanence struggle• Self-medicating with alcohol• Why taking medication doesn’t make you weakWe’re not doctors — this is just our lived experience navigating ADHD medication as women.Whether you're thinking about starting meds, currently titrating, or just curious about the stigma — this episode is for you.Thank you for being here x