Just One Tablet
May 3rd, 2005Yesterday I had to drive to an appointment. My mind was feeling cloudy, and I knew I would have trouble watching the road, so I took one of my Ritalin tablets. I’ve been trying to avoid taking Ritalin, but in this case I knew the risk of having an accident was too strong.
I swallowed the little tablet before leaving home. Then I drove off. I noticed that while my concentration was improved in a much smoother way than it had been the previous day, when I had drank a cup of coffee containing a high dose of caffeine.
Since I haven’t been taking much of my Ritalin lately, I figured that only one tablet would be enough. And I was right today. It boosted my concentration just enough to help without overpowering my own abilities. It was sort of like having training wheels.
I felt pretty confident while driving and did not come anywhere near having an accident. Which is the opposite of what happens when I don’t take Ritalin or anything else before driving! Usually I have a few “close calls” and almost end up hitting someone, only to be saved by my very quick reflexes.
May 11th, 2005 at 12:40 pm
It’s amazing how many of us develop “very quick reflexes” when driving. I had to get my brakes worked on (better parts) so I could stop faster.
I just started on Ritalin a month ago and I havent had a close call since. I take mine every day, the effects get stronger and more consistent for me when I take it regularly.
May 11th, 2005 at 2:16 pm
I never knew why my reflexes were so good. Losing focus and then having to catch yourself at the last minute and do something quickly, you can’t help it but develop quick reflexes.
Having the meds prevent these situations in the first place is still better, I agree.