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)
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)
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)
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)
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 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. 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 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)
Adderall is a popular stimulant treatment for ADHD and is used illicitly as a drug for its energy inducing effects. What are the long term effects of Adderall? Does it keep working, or do you develop tolerance if you have... (Continue reading)
If you think or know you have ADHD, you’re probably a little confused. You may not feel like you have a “deficit” but you may not be entirely happy with how things are going in your life. Let’s be honest. ... (Continue reading)