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#117 How do I know if my ADHD meds are working?
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In this episode, we’re talking all about ADHD medication: how to know if it’s working, what the different types are, what to look out for (both the good and the not-so-good), and what to do if you’re not sure it’s the right fit.
We’ll cover:
• The 3 main types of ADHD meds
• Signs your medication is helping (and what’s totally normal in the beginning)
• Common red flags that mean it might not be the right one for you
• Why meds can help — but aren’t the full solution
💛 Important Reminder: ADHD medication is just one tool — it doesn’t build the emotional regulation, mindset shifts, or systems we need to truly thrive.
That’s why I created the Navigating Adult ADHD Membership — and doors are OPEN this week only!
Inside the membership, we focus on the things meds can’t do:
🧠 Emotional regulation
💬 Self-coaching & mindset
✨ ADHD-friendly strategies that actually work (even when motivation doesn’t)
If you’re ready to stop trying to figure this out alone — and want support, structure, and community to help you feel better and move forward — this is your moment.
LINKS TO GOOD SH*T:
*Join Adulting with ADHD your ADHD toolbox & everything you need to work with your brain
*12 Things I wished my Doctor had told me about Adult ADHD
*Find out if you might be living with ADHD - Download Symptoms List
*Check out Courses & Coaching with Xena
*Learn, Inspire, Share & Connect inside our Facebook Community
*Come hang out with me on Instagram!