My early experiences with medication were bad ones. I was given Ritalin as a young child, which didn't work for me, and turned me into a zombie. It was evident ADD or ADHD were not my problems. Based on my history and on an inventory of my strengths and weaknesses, Asperger's is a more likely diagnosis. I am taking Dilantin for seizures, which keeps them under control, and Zoloft for anxiety, which also works well. As I have said, other things contribute to my positive outlook. I am interested in a variety of things and have pets. I cannot underestimate the contribution of those "four footed therapists."