[karenesn]

I have ADD; I did much better in nursing school after my doctor prescribed Straterra. (I never tried any other drug). Finally, I could read an entire chapter without my mind wandering every ten minutes. WOW, what an accomplishment then. Close friends noticed a change too; I quit interrupting people inappropriately, I can finish a project without being distracted, I don't get frustrated as easily. At work I keep a cheat sheet in my pocket for important numbers, and I use a daily check-off list for routine things that must be done for each patient; I look at it frequently to keep tabs, so I don't fall behind. I'm thankful that this particular drug has worked for me, and is non-narcotic.

[oldiegoldie]

I too take a stimulant for my ADD. I have not told anyone that I take this; as far as I am concerned, according to HIPPA the meds I take are between my doctor and me. I have never told anyone I have ADD or depression.

I have found that it is not prudent to reveal ANY sort of weakness or problem in the nursing profession; nursing administration is quick to latch on to any problem or difference to use against the nurse. I don't talk about my kids, my personal life, my religion or my interests at work. Nursing is not a friendly profession, and the best way to get by is to do your job and say as little as possible.