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Hi V: It sounds like ADHD isn't the only thing going on with your husband. Is he a veteran? If so, I would recommend that he go to the VA for a thorough workup, including a neuropsychological evaluation. If he is not a veteran, I would still recommend that he see a psychiatrist for his rage issues. He may be depressed. Depression often shows up very differently in men than it does in women. It often is manifested as anger in men, since that is a "safe" emotion -- that is, people won't pry if a person is angry, they will just back away. It doesn't sound likely that he would talk to a professional about what is bothering him, but I would strongly recommend it. The other thing is, all of the ADHD meds that you recommend can stir up a person's agitation, and if a man is depressed and/or angry anyway, it can be a hard thing for a spouse to handle. If you need to email me, please feel free.