Archive for ADHD Treatment
Long Term Stimulant Use Improves School Grades
Posted by: | CommentsWhen kids or teens are diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, doctors generally recommend medication to help to control the symptoms.The most commonly used medications include the stimulant medications – namely medicines like: Concerta, Adderall, Adderall XR, Vyvanse, Metadate CD, Ritalin LA, Methylphenidate, Dextroamphetamine, and others.
Marijuana for ADHD?
Posted by: | CommentsA recent study of patients’ discussions on social media networks shows that around 7% of patients find that Marijuana is a good alternative treatment for many medical conditions, including ADHD. You can read more about this study here. The authors explain that because of the nature of social media, people find it easier to share their thoughts and opinions.
ADHD Coaching: What Is It?
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As part of the diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, one has to have ‘impairment’ in functioning, in addition to the required number of symptoms.
In my experience, people often don’t put enough importance on the impact of this impairment.
Software That Helps With Learning
Posted by: | CommentsOften technology can help kids in school to learn effectively. This technology can be helpful for kids, teens or adults with ADD/ADHD – and it is particularly helpful when there is a co-existing learning disability – like dyslexia or any other LD.
ADHD Alternatives Video #2
Posted by: | CommentsIn this second video about Alternative Treatments for ADD and ADHD, I share how most doctors are trained to think about ADD and ADHD when it comes to alternative treatments. I also share how I think differently about them…
I explain that ADHD treatment is like a marathon, not a sprint – so you need to take that into consideration when looking at which treatments to use.
Alernatives for ADHD Video #1
Posted by: | CommentsIn this blog post, I’d like to share a video on Alternatives for ADD/ADHD. This is an area that I’ve been putting more focus on, and I’d like to share some of my findings.
In this first video – I share how you can use alternatives as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for ADD/ADHD. I also share the guiding principles you can use when deciding on an alternative treatment.
ADHD in the Military
Posted by: | CommentsRecently, a previous patient of mine contacted me to ask if I could fill out a medical form for him, as he is in his 20′s and he is applying to the Canadian Armed Forces. I was surprised he is already in his 20′s (time flies!), and I started to wonder about how ADHD may impact people’s ability to get into the military. This young man actually had depression when he was 16 years old, so I won’t be able to report back to you how the Canadian Military handled his case (with respect to ADHD, I mean).
Nascar and ADHD
Posted by: | CommentsNascar driver Jeremy Mayfield has shared that he has ADHD, and takes the medication Adderall for it.
This disclosure has come in a ’roundabout’ way. This relates to the reports that Mr. Mayfield was suspended from driving due to finding amphetamines in his urine during a random urine drug screen. Mr. Mayfield has explained that he takes Adderall medication for ADHD, as well as Claritin D. This issue is before the courts. You can read the news updates here.
Who Needs ADHD Medication?
Posted by: | CommentsLet’s face it – medication treatment for ADD and ADHD is controversial.
It is often a really big decision about whether to start a medication or not.
One of the first questions is this:
Who even needs to take these medicines?
Another way to think about this is:
What is the rational for ADHD medication treatment?
Price of ADHD Medication: A Concerning Trend
Posted by: | CommentsAs the economy’s downturn is affecting businesses and families alike – it seems that Big Pharma has a plan to keep themselves thriving in this economy.
Quite simply: Raise prices.
A news report shares that Big Pharma are raising their prices to improve their income. Included in the example is Eli Lilly’s Strattera – a non-stimulant medication for ADHD.
