Yeah, I have notice that my son’s Ritalin does nothing for motivation. He wanted to clean the car to earn some money, but really had a hard time getting started. Once I gave him a push and set him up he did fine, and stayed on task much better than usual. He did a really good job and finished it completely, rather than a half-assed job that was left hanging. So I guess motivation is one thing that ADHD meds don’t help 
Not something I want to hear, as I am the ultimate procrastinator and was really hoping medication would make a difference there. But I guess that knowing a job will be easier to focus on (if I get medication), and take less time as a result, might help me make a start on things. Less brain clutter would help too, as when I do try to start a job, often I get distracted by my thoughts or put off by too much brain action (what if….? how about….? why should….?). Funnily enough, being on the pramipexole for RLS has helped a bit with my motivation. I am getting a bit more more done. Maybe it’s because I feel less foggy from lack of sleep. Maybe it’s because I am taking fewer sedative type meds to help me sleep. Or maybe it’s something to do with the type of RLS medication (dopamine related). It’s a baby step, but it’s a step forward!
Re: Vyvanse – feeling calm with new med2011-07-10T10:11:53+00:00