"since starting adderall xr about 6 months ago, i am more focused and headstrong than ever. i can actually do the things i used to enjoy, such as birdwatching (which requires extreme focus) and practicing music (again, extreme focus). once my attention locks in, i&#039;m good to go; which is a first! furthermore, it seems to help with my emotions; i feel more balanced and self confident on it, i don&#039;t feel like such a &quot;headcase&quot; and so emotionally fragile. kind of sort of a miracle drug. did it make me suddenly do things i have been putting off, such as cleaning and sorting out paperwork? no. but can i clean and do paperwork with more patience and ease? yeah. the only side effects i experienced that were negative was extreme appetite suppressment"