My wife and I are planning on teaching abroad next year (2018-19). We have registered with Search Associates, completed all the work, and are looking at schools. We are particularly interested in the UAE and Shanghai.

The problem is that both of us are on antidepressents and ADHD medication, and have been for our adult lives (Lexipro, Vyvanse, Adderall, and Zoloft, to be specific). I have read about the stringent laws in the UAE regarding medication, but with 90 percent ex-pat population and so many Westerners, I can't imagine they all simply aren't on any of that medication.

While we are going to try tapering off something here and there, I would prefer not to give up on medication that I rely on. Any advice regarding this would be appreciated-- most of what I found applied to tourists. Please, no response that includes advice like "just use natural herbs." I would especially like to hear from people that have had experience in the UAE or China, but will take it from anyone who has taught abroad.