Hey everyone,

I wanted to share my experience with the ongoing Adderall shortage and how it’s impacted my ADHD management. Like many others, I rely on medication to help with focus, organization, and overall functioning. Unfortunately, due to the shortage, I was forced to switch to Vyvanse after being unable to refill my Adderall prescription.

Initially, I hoped the switch would work out, but Vyvanse hasn’t been effective for me. I feel like my symptoms are still very much present—procrastination, scattered thoughts, and difficulty maintaining focus have returned in full force. It’s frustrating because medication has always been a crucial part of my ADHD treatment plan, and now I feel stuck.

Does anyone know when this shortage might end? Or how long we might be dealing with this? I’ve heard conflicting information and would love to hear if anyone has more insight.

In the meantime, if you’ve found effective alternatives—whether medication or other strategies—I’d be grateful for any advice or suggestions. This has been such a tough time for managing ADHD, and I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling this way.

TL;DR: Adderall shortage forced me to switch to Vyvanse, which hasn’t worked well. When do you think the shortage will end? Any alternative suggestions for managing ADHD in the meantime