[runnerup]

Amphetamine and Modafinil have also caused these types of behavior in myself but none moreso than Methylphenidate.

Everyone responds to drugs differently, for me cocaine was relatively mild in its compulsive/forced behaviors compared to methylphenidate.

Compulsion from methylphenidate nearly ruined my life, I’m lucky to have rebuilt somewhat unscathed. I still take Vyvanse every day though, and for the most part the compulsive behaviors aren’t too destructive.

It’s difficult for me to moralize about these because they really do transform so many peoples lives to allow them to function and achieve, but they can be very hazardous in a particularly sinister way.

[hirvi74]

> Amphetamine and Modafinil have also caused these types of behavior in myself but none moreso than Methylphenidate.

Why is this the case?

I too have been legally prescribed such substances for medical reasons, and I have some of the same issues. The medications do help alleviate some symptoms, but during the initial ramp-up (like shortly after ingestion) I have worse symptoms for about an hour or so. Some of which occasionally include compulsive behaviors.