Tag Archives: ADD controversies

Snake Oil for ADD ADHD — ADD Tip O the Day 590

Posted on February 24, 2015 by doug with ADHD

Cures In the 1960s  a new cure for schizophrenia popped up every couple of years.  Dr. Linus Pauling, a Nobel prize-winning chemist, discovered that massive doses of vitamin C would cure schizophrenia along with a host of other things.  But … Continue reading →

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ADD ADHD and “Auditory Processing Disorder” —ADD Tip O the Day 576

Posted on January 9, 2015 by doug with ADHD

ADD ADHD and trouble hearing A fellow ADDer recently asked me if his difficulties in hearing were part of his ADD ADHD. He particularly has trouble in a crowded restaurant, hearing the person across from him. I’d never thought about … Continue reading →

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You Can Keep Your @#$##@@ Benefits! – – – ADD Tip O the Day 575

Posted on January 6, 2015 by doug with ADHD

Different Opinions About the Benefits of ADD ADHD Yes, we do have different opinions and viewpoints, not surprising, and I appreciate all the comments. And I respect all the opinions, but – Here are my responses, from my viewpoint: 1. … Continue reading →

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Stimulants for Children with ADD ADHD? – – – ADD Tip O the Day 561

Posted on November 21, 2014 by doug with ADHD

New report on stimulants for children with ADD ADHD It depends on how you spin it : The headline: Increased risk of cardiovascular events in children on stimulants – Wow! Bad! Makes a sensational headline. 111 children out of 714,258 … Continue reading →

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A Startling Thing From The NYT Natural Fix ADHD Article – – – ADD Tip O the Day 560

Posted on November 18, 2014 by doug with ADHD

From the NYT sensational article on ADD ADHD This is the thing that startled me: Psychostimulants like Adderall and Ritalin help by blocking the transport of dopamine back into neurons, thus increasing its level in the brain. I’d understood that … Continue reading →

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The Natural Fix For ADD ADHD Revealed At Last —ADD Tip o the Day 559

Posted on November 14, 2014 by doug with ADHD

From the sensational new New York Times article: I promised to reveal “the natural fix for ADHD.” So, here it comes. Both parts. Part A: Adults should find a job that is suitable for them! But wait, there’s more! Part B : … Continue reading →

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Does ADHD Exist? Again???? — ADD Tip O the Day 558

Posted on November 11, 2014 by doug with ADHD

A short break  from the New York Times sensational breakthrough article on “The Natural Fix For ADHD”.   Have a little patience, and I promise to give you the “natural fix” next time.      Patience! That’s like asking a rhinoceros to fly. … Continue reading →

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Stimulants and Religion, misuse and abuse – – – ADD Tip O the Day 548

Posted on October 4, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Part of today’s post is not really about ADD ADHD, but it’s important. My friend Ken sent a great post today; I have to use it. What do stimulants and religion have in common? 1. They can both be misused … Continue reading →

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More on Diet and ADD ADHD —ADD Tip o the Day 543

Posted on September 18, 2014 by doug with ADHD

We all have opinions  We form our beliefs based on our feelings. Then we find data to support them, and ignore data that refutes them. Fortunately, there is science. This man seems to know what he’s talking about:   Stephen … Continue reading →

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