This is a question many parents ask and there are two different thought processes. Some doctors and medical practitioners believe that medication holidays help a child to develop other behavioral skills that the medication is compensating for and to provide a chance for the child to catch up in growth, if that has been a concern.   Other medical professionals believe that stopping medication ignores the fact that ADHD is not a school day disorder, but impacts every aspect of a child's life, including social and behavioral issues at home. According to some, medication is not meant to just help a child to succeed in school, but is to help a child succeed in all areas of his or her life.   Whether your child stays on medication during the summertime needs to be a decision you and the medical practitioner decide together. However, if you believe you are not being listened to or do not agree with the medical professional, you have a right to seek a second opinion. (Many insurance companies will pay for a second opinion, but call first to be sure it is paid for through your insurance plan).   For additional information:   ADHD Medication in the Summer   Does Stimulant Medication Lead to Substance Abuse?   Do Stimulants Stunt Growth?   ADHD - How Do You Know if a Treatment is Working?   I hope this information helps.   Eileen