I get it prescribed for a sleep disorder. I never heard of it being prescribed to help with depression, although it very well might. This may be the same thing as being prescribed an amphetamine just to feel good. I don't really think a physician worth his salt would prescribe it just for this reason. For one he has to have a legitimate reason to prescribe it for the record in case the DEA checks his records. Also the insurance companies need to authorize the reason. It's very tricky. ADHD or a sleep problem may be the only way to get it. But I would research it througholy and discuss it honestly with my Dr.

Adderall is supposed to be for Attention Deficit Disorder. It's supposed to help people concentrate. I tried to get it and my doctor said that I'm not working or going to school so I really don't need it and he wouldn't prescribe it because it can be addicting. But, I've never heard of it being used for depression. I think it would help me though. Because whenever I've taken it, I had more energy and could focus on things. In addition to suffering from depression and anxiety I also have ADD, but I'm not being treated for it.

I've been trying to get on Adderall for awhile now. Some doctors won't prescribe it because it's addicting. I was on a different medication for ADD called Strattera. My doctor took me off of it when I got on disability. He said if I was working or going to school he'd keep me on it, but since I wasn't he stopped it because it can also be addicting. It did help me concentrate and focus. I've tried Adderall and wish I could get a prescription for it because I'm always tired and fatigued and have trouble concentrating on things.

Find a doctor that really helps you! If your new doctor doesn't help you, shop around! Be your own patient advocate and stick up for yourself!

I super feel that aderall helps w depression. Gets me motivated and moving instead of being stuck on the couch in a numb state. I wish the Drs would see that its not only for ADD.