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Oros Methylphenidate, ADHD and Executive Function Deficits
Proven ADHD Medications for Adults – OROS-methylphenidate Many studies have documented that ADHD patients have difficulties with the type of complex brain processes neurologists call “Executive Functions” (EF). A 2011 study
ADHD and PTSD
J Atten Disord. 2014 Feb 24. The Neuropsychological Profile of Comorbid Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Adult ADHD. Antshel KM, Biederman J, Spencer TJ, Faraone SV. This article describes an examination of
Myths About the Treatment of ADHD
Myth: ADHD medications “anesthetize” ADHD children.The idea here is that the drug treatment of ADHD is no more than a chemical straightjacket intended to control a child’s behavior to be less bothersome
ADHD and Diet
If we are to believe what we read on the Internet, dieting can cure many of the ills faced by humans. Much of what is written is true. Changes in dieting
Natural Remedies for ADHD: Are they Effective?
Are Nonpharmacologic Treatments for ADHD Useful? There are several very effective ADHD medications, and treatment guidelines from professional organizations view these drugs as the first line of treatment for people with ADHD symptoms.
One Year on ADHD Medications
Fredriksen M, Dahl AA, Martinsen EW, Klungsoyr O, Haavik J, Peleikis DE “Effectiveness of one-year pharmacological treatment of adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): An open-label prospective study of time in treatment, dose,
Driving and ADHD
Zheng Chang, PhD; Paul Lichtenstein, PhD; Brian M. D’Onofrio, PhD; Arvid Sjölander, PhD; Henrik Larsson, PhD. “Serious Transport Accidents in Adults With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and the Effect of Medication: A Population-Based
Myths About the Diagnosis of ADHD
Myth: The ADHD diagnosis is very much “in the eye of the beholder.” This is one of many ways in which the ADHD diagnosis has been ridiculed in the popular media.
Non Pharma Overview
There are several very effective drugs for ADHD and that treatment guidelines from professional organization view this drugs as the first line of treatment for people with ADHD. The only exception
“Does Pharmacological Treatment of ADHD in Adults Enhance Parenting Performance?”
Treatment of ADHD in Adults Enhance Parenting Performance? Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Trial.” CNS Drugs (2014) 28:665-677. This study examines the impact of pharmacologic treatment of parents with ADHD on their parenting
Myths About the Causes of ADHD
Myth: ADHD is caused by poor parenting or teaching.Parents and teachers are popular targets for those who misunderstand ADHD. This myth posits that ADHD would not exist if parents and teachers were
Atomoxetine and the Treatment of Executive Dysfunction
DHD Patients with Executive Dysfunction: Atomoxetine vs Placebo Studies Although they are not included in the formal DSM-5 criteria for adult ADHD, studies have shown that clinically significant executive dysfunction can
Micronutrient Treatment
In contrast to a large literature demonstrating the effects of medications for adult ADHD, a small but growing literature is beginning to document the value of naturopathic treatments. A good example
ADHD in Older Adults
Just as there have been concerns about the treatment and potential increased societal burden as we improve disease recognition with adolescents recently diagnosed with ADHD aging into adulthood, there are similar
Adherence to Stimulants in Adult ADHD
O’Callaghan, P. “Adherence to stimulants in adult ADHD.” J Atten Def Hyp Disord. (2014) 6:111-120. This study uses a mixed-method design to investigate the factors that influence stimulant medication adherence in adults with
Diagnosing and Monitoring ADHD
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) published guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD, which include using DSM-IV criteria to evaluate ADHD, using rating scales from multiple sources to assist
Using Stimulant Medications for Adult ADHD
Editor’s Note: We interviewed several leading ADHD experts on treating ADHD in primary care and acquired some very interesting insights into how clinicians can learn about and treat ADHD in their practices.
ADHD Success Story #6 – ADHD and College Students
Let me tell you about a success story of mine, a college student who I’ll call Carrie. Carrie is about to finish her sophomore year in college after a very, very
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