If ADHD meds are unavailable, is smoking an alternative?

[whatdoidonow]

I have been trying to find a way to stop being paralyzed by depressing and all sorts of unnecessary thoughts, and I also want to just feel like those WW2 era soldiers that just advanced through the battlefield without any fear of death (I am implying illegal drugs here which I cannot use).
I may or may not have adhd, but I am unable to get adhd meds because every psych told me that that I am not adhd, but rather depression.
Can I use smoking to feel like a human that is not even afraid of being killed?
Weed is illegal here. I can get at most a 6mg cig

 

[uuser1412]

Where do you live? If there is a will, there is a way, so keep trying

 

[Hvergelmir]

Can I use smoking to feel like a human that is not even afraid of being killed?

Nicotine will not have that effect. Neither will cannabis.

I think your pursuit is misguided, but it sounds like you're looking for strong stimulants - maybe amphetamine or cocaine.
What are you trying to accomplish? Specifically? You're not in WW2.

 

[honeytea]

Sounds silly and idk if theres any actual science behind it or just a me thing or whatever but for the ADHD part specifically; energy drinks used to help me feel a bit calmer and more collected before my meds, but seems like you're looking for something a bit more stimulating than that but ill throw it in as a more legal suggestion haha. But yeah as the other person said "If there is a will, there is a way" you could keep pushing for prescription if thats what you think you need, and if antidepressants are recommended to go with the depression diagnose then maybe give that a go if you haven't tried that already? it can help you feel more numb to everything but doesn't work for everyone ofc

 

[whatdoidonow]

Nicotine will not have that effect. Neither will cannabis.

I think your pursuit is misguided, but it sounds like you're looking for strong stimulants - maybe amphetamine or cocaine.
What are you trying to accomplish? Specifically? You're not in WW2.

I want to keep studying even if I am tired, and I want myself to work without myself becoming paralyzed by the thought of whether the stuff I am currently doing is helpful for my life path. Like I just want to WORK while I am not tired, but my laziness and my distraction prevents that.
Also I want to have the balls to talk to people without getting scared. I wish my brain did not have the concept of being scared

 

[turned_to_one]

I really really hate to suggest it, but... energy drinks?

I mean ideally you could get a prescription from a doc, but most of what you are going to get are different medications that kind of bump of your dopamine. Get really into caffeine (pills if you don't like coffee or espresso), green tea (i like genmaicha because it's easier on the stomach).

Energy drinks tend to be what a lot of people I know with adhd lean into. I'm reluctant to recommend them though because with ADHD you're either easily prone to addiction or too distracted to keep up with any one vice. I'm in the latter group, so I can partake in energy drinks without feeling compelled to drink them every day. They are hard on your stomach and heart, so I only have them if I've run out of my medication and really need the boost.

But otherwise, tea and coffee! Diet and exercise too. I find that waking up in the morning, going for a walk and then having some toast and a V8 really keep me alert first thing in the day. I can supplement the rest every few hours with caffeine until my work day is over.

 

[LittleJem]

Modafinil can be bought legally. It helped me once or twice, it is a stimulant.

If you are in USA, they can give you Wellbrutin for depression.

Syrian Rue is a natural MAOI which might be worth a try. Legal to buy in UK.