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Side Effects? — ADHD Tip O the Day 924

Posted on October 6, 2020 by doug with ADHD

A conversation I often had about any medicine, including for ADHD “What are the side effects of that medicine, Doc?” “That’s the wrong question.” “What do you mean?” “You want to know what are the possible side effects and what … Continue reading →

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ADHD Pathology — ADHD Tip O the Day 887

Posted on January 28, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Here is a long article again documenting the reality of the ADHD diagnosis. I was slightly surprised to see in the final paragraph how much traumatic brain injury can mimic ADHD. Or, does it in fact, produce ADHD? I think … Continue reading →

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Natural Treatments for ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 884

Posted on January 7, 2020 by doug with ADHD

Treat ADHD without medicines? I’ve done several posts on this. I use supplements and Daytrana and strive for a healthy life style, a good idea for everyone.  But I do believe the healthy things do specifically help with ADHD : … Continue reading →

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Medication Side Effects? – ADHD Tip O the Day 867

Posted on August 27, 2019 by doug with ADHD

Dino asked about handling side effects of ADHD stimulant medication, especially sleep. (comment on ADHD Tip O the Day 865) For insomnia, you would take the medication earlier in the day and possibly lower the dose. Of course, you want to … Continue reading →

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Lexi’s Question about Medication for ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 865

Posted on August 9, 2019 by doug with ADHD

My response to Lexi’s question about taking medication for ADHD:   First, recognize that everyone is different and someone else’s experience with some medicine may or may not have any bearing on how you will respond. Second, how you reacted to … Continue reading →

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Outgrow ADHD? — ADHD Tip O the Day 849

Posted on March 8, 2019 by doug with ADHD

Questions Abound About ADHD A follower asked if  children outgrow ADHD. Research shows that 50% of children with ADHD will “grow out of  it” by late adolescence.  This means that they might still have some symptoms but the symptoms are  … Continue reading →

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Another Way to Look At ADHD—ADHD Tip 0 the Day 847

Posted on February 12, 2019 by doug with ADHD

There are many different ways to look at ADHD: Some people deny that it exists. The fact that they have no idea what they are talking about does not deter them. Some people say it is an executive dysfunction problem. … Continue reading →

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Comments About ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 822

Posted on June 14, 2018 by doug with ADHD

Do you read the comments?  I hope so.  They are often better than the post.  And contributing  upgrades the blog. Here’s two of my responses to good comments:  Scott Good to hear from you. The boating sounds great. Two things, … Continue reading →

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Update on ADHD Science and Controversies- ADHD Tip O the Day 821

Posted on June 7, 2018 by doug with ADHD

Controversies in ADHD In my opinion, science can be flawed, but it is more trustworthy than opinions. In the following, my opinions are italicized.  There really is no controversy about whether or not ADHD exists.  There are more and more studies showing … Continue reading →

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Medicines for ADHD?— ADHD Tip O the Day 817

Posted on April 19, 2018 by doug with ADHD

 ADHD medicines – alway a controversy! My View: The medicines – Ritalin, Adderal, Vyanse,Concerta, Daytrana, et al – are miracle workers for some, very helpful to others, somewhat helpful to some, and worthless or even detrimental to some. You will never know … Continue reading →

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Comprehensive Treatment for ADHD: An Update —ADHD Tip O the Day 789

Posted on June 23, 2017 by doug with ADHD

OK, So I Lied – Here Is More From the ADHD Article by Rahil R. Jummani, MD, This is actually the end of the article I’ve been reviewing, somewhat edited, with my comments in italics: “CDC surveys have shown that about … Continue reading →

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“Are We Overdiagnosing and Overtreating ADHD?” – Part Three, the Last and Maybe the Best— ADHD Tip O the Day 788

Posted on June 18, 2017 by doug with ADHD

Final Installment On the ADHD Article by By Rahil R. Jummani, MD, highly edited. My opinions and comments are in italics. For what they’re worth. Prevalence: Prevalence estimates have been increasing, with a prevalence in US children of over 8% … Continue reading →

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” I Don’t Need Any Medicine!” — ADHD Tip O the Day 772

Posted on March 24, 2017 by doug with ADHD

Learning More About My ADHD The Hard Way Had a wonderful vacation.  Was amazed to find I didn’t need my Daytrana patch at all, did just fine without it.  Lying on the beach, eating and drinking, and even reading and … Continue reading →

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Medication, Science and ADHD — ADHD Tip O the Day 771

Posted on March 18, 2017 by doug with ADHD

More new ADHD science From Dr. Wilens and AudioDigest and others: 1. Research shows that the stimulants are not risky for the heart or stroke.  Nonetheless, I probably wouldn’t prescribe them for someone with heart trouble. Kids on stimulants may … Continue reading →

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Five Disconcerting Facts, Relevant To But Not Limited To ADHD — ADD Tip O the Day 759

Posted on December 26, 2016 by doug with ADHD

Disconcerting Facts: 1. Our decisions are made unconsciously, based on unconscious factors, mostly emotional.  After a decision is made, we think we “decide.”  Then we come up with “facts” to support our decision and make it appear to be rational. 2. … Continue reading →

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Getting Diagnosed with ADHD – and Life Before the Diagnosis. Part 2— ADHD Tip O the Day 729

Posted on July 15, 2016 by doug with ADHD

From Jeff – a comment on a previous post and on Ram’s comment on that post.              (The embolding is my doing.) “Hi Doug. I have a different perspective from Ram’s that I thought I’d share. … Continue reading →

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Science and ADHD Meds — ADHD Tip O the Day 780

Posted on July 8, 2016 by doug with ADHD

from    Chris Dendy: “Comments from Russell Barkley: Thanks Russ More Evidence of Brain Development Enhancement from ADHD Medications Just today yet another science journal article was published showing that staying on ADHD medications (stimulants) may help to promote brain development … Continue reading →

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ADHD Medications: Side effects, Dangers, and other Boogey Men — ADD Tip O the Day 646

Posted on September 21, 2015 by doug with ADHD

  Why we don’t take the medicine: Some people just don’t like to take medicines.  It’s just a thing.  OK. Some people think all medicines are harmful.  Well, that’s OK, too, I guess. Some people are uninformed or misinformed.  Well, … Continue reading →

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To Medicate Or Not To Medicate ADD ADHD. Is That The Question? — ADD Tip O The Day 603

Posted on April 12, 2015 by doug with ADHD

  Would you like medication with that? Questions about strategies – are they enough?  Questions about medicines – are they enough? My opinions:   Some people just use strategies, and do OK. Some people, for various reasons, don’t like the … Continue reading →

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Sleep And ADD ADHD – – ADD Tip o the Day for 494

Posted on April 29, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Sleep is very important with ADD or ADHD It makes a difference.  For one thing, if I don’t get enough sleep, my memory gets even worse.  So I have medicines to help me sleep, melatonin for sleep and gabapentin (Neurontin) … Continue reading →

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Errors About ADD ADHD? — ADD Tip o the Day 486

Posted on April 7, 2014 by doug with ADHD

Re recent outburst of sensationalized articles against the diagnosis and the treatment of ADD ADHD: “Kids are being given medicines to control their behavior.” No, kids are given medicines so that they can control their behavior – not get in … Continue reading →

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