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Experience with Dr. Michael Musgrove for ADHD? So I was recently referred to and sent to Dr. Michael Musgrove by my PCP because she said I'd need to see a Psychiatrist in order to continue getting prescribed the current dose of Clonazepam she's been giving me (1mg 2x daily as needed) I have also been seeking treatment for ADHD, as I was diagnosed years ago but never sought treatment by a doctor until now. Anyway I've had 2 appointments at his office but I've only been seen by his PA, a young woman named Megan Brady, and she tells me that despite my clear ADHD diagnosis that they cannot prescribe any stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin because I'm currently taking Clonazepam aka that because I'm taking one controlled substance that they're not allowed to prescribe a stimulant, even though I've tried every other ADHD medication that isn't a stimulant (Staterra, Intuniv, etc ..) Megan Brady is super nice and is clearly a very compassionate person, I do believe she cares a great deal about actually trying to help but I'm suspicious about her saying I can't be prescribed 2 different controlled substances at the same time, specifically because I've got a friend who is currently prescribed a much higher dose of both Clonazepam and Adderall and has been getting them both from a Psychiatrist here in Austin for several years. I only met Dr. Musgrove for 5 minutes during my first visit, so I haven't been able to ask him about this yet, and have only seen the PA Megan Brady both times so far, so I'm wondering if anybody knows if this is a new recent policy in Texas that if you're on Clonazepam or any other controlled substances of any kind, that they're not allowed to prescribe you another at the same time? BTW I'm also prescribed Lunesta, which is also a controlled substance, so I don't want to think she's deliberately lying to me but I can't help but be skeptical because, well, I've been straight up lied to by several different doctors over the years, especially by the doctors I had to see when I was in Pain Management. Thanks in advance. ✌️

Looking for a new psych for ADHD med management So I (26 M) got officially diagnosed with ADHD in late 2024, and I have diagnoses for ASD, OCD, MDD, and GAD. I’ve been with the same medication provider since before the diagnosis, and I’ve tried basically every option there is out there besides the amphetamine stimulants. Been on Auvelity (has Wellbutrin in it) and it helps a tiny amount with the depression but does nothing for the ADHD, Straterra and Qelbree didn’t help me, I was hospitalized last fall and Ritalin/Conserta did little to nothing. For what it’s worth I’ve tried every other option for the MDD and GAD as well over the last ten years: (almost) every SSRI or equivalent in the book, ECT, Spravato, and the over a decade of behavioral therapy inpatient/outpatient/and individual sessions. I finally came out of the hole I was in a couple months ago, and I’ve been doing my best to be functional and finally start living my life. But I’m hitting a hard wall with the extreme executive dysfunction, constant analysis paralysis, short-term memory impairment, and just generalized inability to focus. I aged out of my insurance in May, but I’m suffering enough I figured I would reach out to my provider and see if they have any new suggestions. But she’s run out of them, lectured me on finding an executive coach, and seems dead set on not exploring Adderall/Vyvanse. Long story short; I feel like I’ve done everything by the book in terms of getting the diagnosis and dutifully trying every alternative to stimulants, and yet I’m still being hit with a wall. Given how much I’m suffering and how many treatment options I’ve explored, it’s upsetting that it feels like there’s one last option that just might help and I can’t access it. So, I’m looking for a new provider in the DFW area to see if I can get an alternative opinion. I’m totally cool with doing drug screens or whatever they need, and I’m more than happy to explore any options they suggest that I’m not aware of. The only preferences I have are that ideally they’re around or below $300 out of pocket and they have relatively soon appointment availability. Sorry for the essay, and thank you.

Ritalin vs Adderall Shoutout to this awful Adderall shortage in the US! Doc is gonna prescribe me Ritalin for the first time ever. I’m nervous. Anyone have experience w the two meds? I’d love to hear your experiences. Also - I have POTS and tbh the adderall has quite literally changed my life when it comes to helping with the chronic fatigue and the dizziness. Ugh. I’m scared. Wonder if there’s an end in sight.

on so much ritalin playing nitro type

on so much ritalin playing nitro type

Experience with Dr. Michael Musgrove for ADHD? So I was recently referred to and sent to Dr. Michael Musgrove by my PCP because she said I'd need to see a Psychiatrist in order to continue getting prescribed the current dose of Clonazepam she's been giving me (1mg 2x daily as needed) I have also been seeking treatment for ADHD, as I was diagnosed years ago but never sought treatment by a doctor until now. Anyway I've had 2 appointments at his office but I've only been seen by his PA, a young woman named Megan Brady, and she tells me that despite my clear ADHD diagnosis that they cannot prescribe any stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin because I'm currently taking Clonazepam aka that because I'm taking one controlled substance that they're not allowed to prescribe a stimulant, even though I've tried every other ADHD medication that isn't a stimulant (Staterra, Intuniv, etc ..) Megan Brady is super nice and is clearly a very compassionate person, I do believe she cares a great deal about actually trying to help but I'm suspicious about her saying I can't be prescribed 2 different controlled substances at the same time, specifically because I've got a friend who is currently prescribed a much higher dose of both Clonazepam and Adderall and has been getting them both from a Psychiatrist here in Austin for several years. I only met Dr. Musgrove for 5 minutes during my first visit, so I haven't been able to ask him about this yet, and have only seen the PA Megan Brady both times so far, so I'm wondering if anybody knows if this is a new recent policy in Texas that if you're on Clonazepam or any other controlled substances of any kind, that they're not allowed to prescribe you another at the same time? BTW I'm also prescribed Lunesta, which is also a controlled substance, so I don't want to think she's deliberately lying to me but I can't help but be skeptical because, well, I've been straight up lied to by several different doctors over the years, especially by the doctors I had to see when I was in Pain Management. Thanks in advance. ✌️