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Effectiveness of Daytrana Patches
Written on 19 Jun, 2011 at 5:21 in ADHD | viewed 1,071 views times | No Comments
Daytrana is an ADHD patch – a system that delivers methylphenidate, which is the same standard medication accessible in tablet forms such as Ritalin and Concerta. The uniqueness of this system is the way it’s delivered. It is a relatively... (Continue reading)
10 Myths and Facts about ADHD
Written on 7 Jun, 2011 at 10:45 in ADHD | viewed 1,489 views times | No Comments
Some of the most common attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms include inattention, impulsivity or hyperactivity that could play a major part in a child’s capability to learn and live with others. People often make the assumption that an ADHD... (Continue reading)
Study Shows Increase in Autism and ADHD Cases
The ratio of children and teenagers in America who have a developmental disability such as autism, learning disorders or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has grown 17% since the late 1990s, according to a new study conducted by the U.S. Centers for... (Continue reading)
An ADHD Test Made For Adults
Written on 17 Jun, 2010 at 9:45 in ADHD | viewed 85,478 views times | 53 Comments
This is an informal test with 33 items designed for adult ADHD – that focuses on the way the condition manifests specifically in adults. What distinguishes it from most ADHD tests is that a) it is written for adults b)... (Continue reading)
Ritalin: What it is, How it Works
Written on 31 May, 2010 at 6:31 in ADHD | viewed 15,303 views times | 7 Comments
Ritalin, or methylphenidate, is the most popular medication used to treat attention deficit disorder, with or without hyperactivity (ADD & ADHD). It works by activating pathways in the brain associated with attention, focus and motivation and is extremely effective for... (Continue reading)
10 Things You Should Know About Vyvanse
Written on 13 May, 2010 at 5:37 in ADHD | viewed 198,701 views times | 315 Comments
This article was written by a new addition to our team who has significant personal experience with the ADHD medication Vyvanse. None of the ADHD medications I had tried, Ritalin, Adderall, Strattera and Wellbutrin had helped me much. Vyvanse has.... (Continue reading)
What Does Taking Ritalin/Adderall Feel Like?
Written on 7 Apr, 2010 at 5:37 in ADHD | viewed 12,537 views times | 10 Comments
What does it feel like to take Ritalin or Adderall in a therapeutic way for ADHD? To answer that question, we’ll provide a story. The following stories both start the same exact way. An 18 year old freshman in college... (Continue reading)
Concerta vs Adderall XR for ADHD
Written on 28 Feb, 2010 at 8:18 in ADHD | viewed 77,657 views times | 77 Comments
Concerta vs Adderall XR Concerta and Adderall XR are two very common and popular treatments for ADHD. They are both long acting forms of two similar yet different medications: one Ritalin, and one Adderall. How well do they work? And... (Continue reading)
Dr. Tuckman Answers Questions About Adult ADHD
Written on 9 Feb, 2010 at 13:27 in ADHD | viewed 3,749 views times | 4 Comments
Dr. Ari Tuckman is the author of “More Attention, Less Deficit: Success Strategies for Adults with ADHD” and “Integrative Treatment for Adult ADHD: A Practical, Easy-to-Use Guide for Clinicians”. He has treated hundreds, if not thousands, of adults with ADHD. ... (Continue reading)
Strattera: Side Effects, Use for ADHD
Strattera or Atomoxetine is a new treatment for ADHD that was approved in 2002 and the first medication approved for treating ADHD in adults. It is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, which means that, like Ritalin and the stimulants, Strattera increases... (Continue reading)