Adhd And Caffeine
A recent article suggests that tea may help ease fatigue and improve concentration in adults who have ADHD. While no study has been done, researchers theorize that since stimulant drugs help reduce symptoms of ADHD, stimulating caffeine drinks may work the same way. Experts say you should keep calories down by choosing caffeinated drinks that don't include sugar, milk, or other high-calorie components.
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Can a Cup of Coffee Help Reduce ADHD Symptoms?
Can drinking a cup of coffee help ADHD symptoms? Some experts say "yes" but with limited effectiveness. Caffeine is a stimulant and for... Read more »
Do Particular Foods Affect ADHD?
Experts generally agree that a poor diet cannot cause ADHD and a good one cannot cure it. But does diet have an effect on ADHD? Chances are... Read more »
Using Stimulants to Improve Sleep in Adults with ADHD
It may seem counter-intuitive to suggest that taking stimulant medications at night might help adults with ADHD fall asleep and stay... Read more »
ADHD Stimulants May Affect Growth, At Least Short-Term
Since stimulant medications like Ritilin often suppress appetite, it's long been controversial whether taking those drugs can make kids... Read more »
Treating ADHD: When Stimulant Medications Don't Work
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Stimulant Use for ADHD Continues to Rise
The use of stimulant medications for ADHD continues to increase, a new study has found. According to researchers at the Agency for Healthcare... Read more »
Study to look at driving and ADHD
Researchers want to know if a controlled-release stimulant can help young drivers with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder have fewer accidents.... Read more »
How to treat ADHD without stimulants
A pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity expert offers alternatives to stimulant medications for children with ADHD. Strattera, anti-depressants,... Read more »
Study: ADHD meds aren't 'gateway' drugs
Taking stimulant medications for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder does not increase a child's risk for drug abuse, according to a new study.... Read more »
Study examines link between ADHD meds, drug abuse
A second study has shown that taking stimulant medications for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder does not increase a child's risk of abusing... Read more »
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