What is the difference between lack of concentration caused by ADHD and Depression?

I have lack of concentration and memory and I think is due to my depression. However I do not know if I have ADHD. What is the difference between the lack of concentration caused by ADHD and the one caused by Depression. Are they treated with different meds?

ADHD is probably best described as an lack of focus. Instead of doing nothing, you pick up a book, read 10 pages, pick up another, read 10 pages, et cetera. When someone has severe ADHD symptoms, they may become depressed. If you naturally switch topics at a high enough rate, and your intellect doesn't allow you to follow that rate, you'll stumble over simple tasks. For instance, someone who has difficulty with math might struggle with addition. With ADHD, they would naturally try to solve two math problems at once. I don't have ADHD so I wouldn't quote me on this, but a one therapist speculated that I had it.

Depression involves cloudiness of the mind or a lack of motivation to try. In some cases, this varies. I am having depression problems now. Sometimes, I can focus on things I enjoy. Most times, I can't focus on things I dislike. Other times, I can't focus on anything. I've been diagnosed as bipolar once so it might be a separate issue. Diagnostic criteria for mental health issues are not always accurate.

What is the important thing, here? Well, I take 30mg dexedrine 1:15 minutes before I wake up. I set two alarms, take my medication, and go back to sleep. Previously, I had difficulty getting out of bed and concentrating. I was now able to wake up at a reasonable time. I still like to have about 9 hours sleep, which is on the higher end of what's considered reasonable.

Should you be taking dexedrine? Of course, this is something to discuss with your doctor. I use it to help me wake up and concentrate, but my doctor thinks it's highly unlikely I have ADHD. So it can be used for depression treatment.

Problem? My depression got worse. I now lack the motivation to concentrate or the ability, in some cases. When I can concentrate, and it's not impaired by the depression, I concentrate at the level my dexedrine helps me reach. I took Ritalin, and I ended up unable to sleep at 3am and crying profusely. Medications vary between people, and stimulants can have reactions with certain antidepressants.

Difficulty with memory and concentration can be symptoms of depression. It's consistent with both conditions. Discuss how you feel with your doctor.

My experience on dexedrine:

1. When I'm not depressed, I am able to wake up. When I am depressed, I can wake up. This is a mixed blessing because I'm miserable longer. However, research suggests oversleeping may contribute to depression, so I try to distract myself with regard to my depression symptoms. Therapy and antidepressants aren't instant cures to depression, and you can't see a therapist 24/7 in most cases. You have to find ways to make yourself feel good or at least "not bad" while you wait things out and work with professionals.

2. When I'm not depressed, I can concentrate. I am still adjusting to the medication. I often concentrate on more than one things, one of the symptoms of ADHD, because of the medication. However, I grew up with the internet. Multitasking isn't always ADHD. It's once of the most overdiagnosed medical conditions.

3. If your not interested in studying something, you won't remember it because of dexedrine. This was a big disappointment for me when I started Ritalin. At first, you're amazed at how stimulants work. After that wears off, you stop studying boring material. It's still a nice focus increase if you're actually motivated to study something.

4. Stimulants can change your appetite. I adjusted to this at 10mg and 20mg, but I'm having appetite issues at 30. I suspect they are linked to a flu and/or my depression, though, since they've worsened dramatically.

5. I've had concentration and memory issues in the past that were helped by medication. I imagine your doctor will investigate antidepressants (given you have depression) before considering ADHD. I always had problems getting up, though, so I may be using dexedrine primarily for sleep problems.

my brother had ADHD and never pays attention lol
depression is usually caused by something like ur life style who ur with and stuff like tht
ADHD usually, is hereditary and sometimes u get angry or hyper or something
depression is usually panic attacks and u dont pay attention cause ur anxious or really worried about something