Treatment of ADHD

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ADHD and Atomoxetine
To 'vex' means to bring trouble, distress, or agitation -- to irritate or to annoy. A 'vexing' problem is one that is... »
ADHD Drugs Disappoint Down the Road
Almost 40 million prescriptions were written last year for ADHD drugs in the US alone. Parents deserve to know if these... »
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ADHD, Drugs, and If You Knew Then…
If you had it to do over again, would you still give ADHD drugs to your child? About half of parents (52 percent) felt... »
Atomoxetine For ADHD
Many kids with ADHD take Ritalin or another stimulant medication. Children, parents, and physicians have been... »
Canada Bans Adderall XR...
- and the United States does not. Adderall XR is a popular drug for treating ADHD. The active ingredients are... »
Nutrition, Behavior, and Hyperactivity
A change in eating that is as strong as attention deficit drugs?! Researchers at the University of Southampton studied... »
Treatment Strategies for ADHD
The National Institute of Mental Health has conducted a study comparing 4 different treatment options for children with... »

Perspectives Guest Blog Entry

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Ecofriendly Travel
Ecotourism is travel with ethics. It has, in essence, three core tenants: 1) protect and enhance the natural... »

Q&A

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ADHD
Could it be Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Dr. Greene discusses the signs that point to ADHD and the... »
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Side Effects of Ritalin
The most common side effects of Ritalin are nervousness and insomnia. In children, trouble with appetite and... »