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When should ADHD be treated w/medication as oppossed to behavorial modification?

Debra

09/01/08

Debra

Topics:ADHD Vyvanse

My son has been on several meds [i.e., adderral, concerta, focalin xr] and was taken off because of mania [couldn't get thoughts out of his head (e.g., touch this, touch that, etc. never anything aggressive) plus, he had no appetite (e.g., 57 lbs at age 11)].

He is VERY IMPULSIVE. His psychologist recommended Vyvanse but I'm afraid of him not eating again.

Can he be treated w/behavorial modification and a structured school teacher?

Also, do you know of anyone who is on Vyvanse and doesn't eat during the day but eats after it wears off???

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