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Tired neet pg asp with sleep disturbance
Sir/ mam i ve been preparing for neet pg since 3 years this will be my last attempt but my circadian is totally wrecked and i'm not able to concentrate feel like i have adhd and it's affecting my preparation. can anyone help me with medication
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First stabilize your schedule with proper medicine and CBT,
Councelling and medicine will help
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Hey, I know this is one of the most difficult times of the life, and since you've been preparing for 3 years, I can just imagine how terrifying and tiring this time must be for you.
You are a doctor yourself, and if you feel that you are not able to concentrate, there could be multiple reasons for that
But still, if you feel that you have ADHD, I would advise you to consult the psychiatrist once, because it's easy to self diagnosed when you know so much about the disease.
I have been there too.
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please consult the psychiatrist so that you can get better clarity.
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First of all just calm yourself down..you are going through the most difficult phase of your life,phase called neetpg preparation,that too when you know it will be your last chance..you want to name this condition it as disease and declare it,so that you stop blaming yourself for lack of studying and disturbed routine..but that is very unhealthy but commonly used coping strategy to avoid risky situationss.but remember in medical field there will be no job resumes,job interviews or recommendation. Which will lead us to better position like other fields and finances in life but there will be always an exam..you just need good mentor to get through this..good senior,good library partner,good study partner,good leisure partner who can be with you as reward once you complete your study..once
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Good professional help for taking care of your daily schedules,circadian rhythm by assuring sleep can be helpful..psychiatrists are those who have faced this situations in their preparation time and then must have passed neetpg to get admission in psychiatry branch so their life story approach can also be helpful to you
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Remember always whenever you feel drained,this is the preparation period and that 3.5 hours of exam duration which is going to feed your family for next 3 years with surity of no job loss,with utmost financial safety and also will complete your luxury dreams
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Manuy people wrongly self diagnose adhd, consult a psychiatrist. ADHD invariably starts by early childhood and progresses in a few to adulthood. Good luck.
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Dr. Seujee Goswami
Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Long periods of exam preparation, disrupted sleep–wake cycles, and sustained stress can significantly affect concentration, motivation, and cognitive efficiency. Poor circadian rhythm and sleep deprivation alone can mimic attention difficulties, including symptoms that may feel similar to ADHD. A proper clinical assessment is essential before attributing these difficulties to a specific disorder or starting medication.
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Consult a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation of sleep pattern, daily routine, stress levels, and attention difficulties. Treatment may involve correcting the sleep–wake cycle, structured behavioural strategies, and medication if clinically indicated. Medication decisions should be made only after a comprehensive assessment.
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Avoid self-diagnosing ADHD or using stimulants without evaluation, as inappropriate medication can worsen sleep and anxiety. Stabilising sleep, routine, and study structure is often the first and most important step before considering pharmacological treatment.
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Dr. Indraja Sharma
Psychiatrist
7 yrs exp
Kota
This is very common in long-term NEET-PG prep. A wrecked circadian rhythm and exam stress can mimic ADHD—poor focus, restlessness, brain fog.
What to do:
• First correct sleep–wake cycle (this alone improves concentration).
• Avoid self-diagnosing ADHD or starting stimulants.
• Short-term options under supervision may include melatonin, low-dose sleep regulators, or anxiety-targeted treatment if needed.
• Screen for anxiety, burnout, depression, caffeine overuse.
Medication has to be individualised after history—there’s no one-pill solution.
Please consult a psychiatrist (online or in person) for a focused sleep + concentration plan. This is treatable, and many students improve within weeks.
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Dr. Rajkumar Garkipati
Addiction Psychiatrist
3 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hii!!
I can very much relate to your situation. Since even I went through this during my exams.
Stress really mounts up during the examinations and that really hampers the concentrating ability and sleep cycle. And please don't self diagnose based meerly on the symptoms.
Follow bit sleep hygeine techniques and set up a schedule and stick to it and you should have compulsory proper 7-8hrs sleep, that really helps you in concentration
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consult a psychiatrist for further evaluation and management
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