ADHD medication and depression.
I've been on Delmosart 18mg then 27mg for just over a month now.
For the most part it has been overwhelmingly positive, more physical energy, quieter mind, increased focus, able to stick to tasks without constantly seeking novelty, barely any phone scrolling, conversations are easier to follow and my need for alcohol in social situations has drastically decreased.
One thing that seems to have changed though is how I feel when I'm depressed.
I have always struggled with depression but since I have started medication it has become a lot more focussed and intense when it hits.
Usually depression for me is a cascade of negative thoughts piling onto each other which is always extremely distressing.
But since I started meds I find myself hyper-focusing on the topic that is causing the depression and it's harder for me to find things to distract myself from it.
Anyone else experience this?
What helps you get through episodes like this?
Posted Jul 4, 2026, 6:38 PM UTC