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Medication

Non-Medical Interventions for ADHD

March 1, 2010

Beyond Medication: Evidence-based Non-Medical Interventions for ADHD Mark Bertin, M.D. While the benefits of medication for ADHD have been shown through numerous well designed studies, medication alone rarely addresses the full range of issues caused by this complex neurobiological condition. This talk will review research regarding behavioral interventions, parenting and educational approaches, along with a [...]

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Is It Illegal to Carry AD/HD Medications?

January 31, 2010

From: National Resource Center This FAQ was prompted by questions about interactions some young people have had with police and other law enforcement agencies.  Law enforcement officers are vigilant about prescription medication abuse, especially among teenagers and young adults. If you come to the attention of the police for another problem such as a traffic [...]

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Is It Illegal to Carry ADHD Drugs?

December 2, 2009

Provided by National Resource Center on AD/HD Note: This FAQ provided by the National Resource Ceter on AD/HD was prompted by questions we have received about interactions some young people have had with police and other law enfocement agencies.  Law enforcement officers are vigilant about prescription medication abuse, especially among teenagers and young adults. If [...]

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Parents Medication Guide from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and American Psychiatric Association

November 14, 2009
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Adult ADHD Diagnosis: What to Ask a New Doctor

November 3, 2009

What you should know about ADHD symptoms and treatment before talking with your doctor about a diagnosis and treatment. by Harold Robert Meyer and Susan Lasky When you suspect you have attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD) and go to a clinician for a diagnosis, it’s best to walk in with some initial understanding of treatment [...]

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Taking a Vacation from ADHD Medications

November 3, 2009

Going off ADHD medication is not uncommon. How you approach the decision makes all the difference in your ADHD treatment. by Carl Sherman, Ph.D. I made a huge mistake. I went off my ADHD meds, cold turkey. For most people who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADD ADHD), medication is a fact of life. So [...]

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An Informed Decision: Medication

November 3, 2009

If you’re considering going off medication, experts advise doing so only with the approval of your doctor. He may give you the green light, or he may suggest other options, such as adding psychotherapy or ADHD coaching to your drug regimen. Your doctor may be able to ease your concerns by adjusting the drug’s dosage [...]

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Advances in the Understanding and Management of AD/HD – video

November 2, 2009

Russell Barkley, Ph.D., discusses the recent advancements in understanding the nature and subtyping of ADHD as well as recent discoveries in what might cause the disorder and medications that might help treat ADHD.

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What Medication Can… And Can’t Do

October 29, 2009

Deciding whether or not to take medication for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) is never easy. Complicating this decision are erroneous expectations as to the potential benefits of stimulant medication. Even when medication does work, it is still not a cure all. Here are the facts: What Medicines Can Do What Medicines Can’t Do Decrease Activity Level [...]

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Diagnosing AD/HD

October 29, 2009

Early diagnosis, appropriate treatment , education & understanding: critical factors in determining the future success of individuals with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD or ADHD). Diagnosing Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (abbreviated as ADD in this report) is an invisible disability. It is a neurobiological disorder that affects behavior, self-control, motivation, motor activity, impulsivity, emotions, [...]

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