However, all studies show that the best treatment
for ADHD is both meds and behavioral modification (learning how to deal
with ADHD). Since you now know why things have not been "clicking" for you, there is a lot you can do to deal with this problem. If you doc has not been feeding you this info, I think I can clue you into sites that you will find helpful. You are not the Lone Ranger in dealing with this.
By the way, MJ, is a very common way to self medicate.