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I am in the process of getting formally diagnosed with ADHD. So far, about two psychiatrists have basically confirmed it, based on my list of symptoms and my history. (kbin.social)

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I am in the process of getting formally diagnosed with ADHD. So far, about two psychiatrists have basically confirmed it, based on my list of symptoms and my history.

I know this is a question for another time, but I’m losing a ton of weight right now and getting myself to look better. If it comes to getting medicated for ADHD, will any of the meds affect fat loss? I really don’t have any problems putting on muscle, but I do have a problem losing fat (genetic issue).

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[–] pharmachiatrist@kbin.social 0 points 2 years ago (1 children)

@rgb_leds_are_love most ADHD medicines do not cause weight gain. If anything, maybe some weight loss for many of them. should be fine.

[–] rgb_leds_are_love@kbin.social 0 points 2 years ago (2 children)

@pharmachiatrist

Do you know if the meds do that by themselves, or do they do some voodoo like killing the sensations of hunger? Or something like that?

[–] pharmachiatrist@kbin.social 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

@rgb_leds_are_love yeah mostly they suppress appetite, as far as I know, though I suppose they may increase basal metabolism a bit too. not sure, honestly, about the specifics.

[–] rgb_leds_are_love@kbin.social 1 points 2 years ago

@pharmachiatrist thank you. That makes sense.

Yes. I got formally diagnosed.

[–] kevinbacon@lemmy.world 1 points 2 years ago

The most common prescription are stimulants, which are known for suppressing hunger.