Parents of children with ADHD are frequently concerned about one of the major side effects of stimulant medication: loss of appetite. But for some, this side effect is a welcome part of treatment.
Stimulant Medications are effective treatments for ADHD; they help to reduce symptoms of inattention, impulsiveness and hyperactivity. Children and adults take stimulant medication, such as Adderall and Concerta, to help them focus and increase concentration. The majority of people use...
There are a lot of potential reasons why a child with ADHD might not gain weight so easily. Hyperactivity can cause a child to be... Read more »
One of our members asked the question, "Is there an ADHD medication out there that does not loss of appetite?" ADHD medications - mostly... Read more »
Methylphenidate is a central nervous system stimulant medication. It is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat... Read more »
At the end of my first year in college I did the usual exam week cramming. I don't test well (my brain completely freezes up), so I had... Read more »
Last week I wrote about ADHD and depression. Does one cause the other? Does depression normally follow ADHD or is inattention caused by... Read more »
Stimulant drugs like Adderall and Ritalin are much more effective at treating attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in children... Read more »
A recent clinical test of the high blood pressure medication Clonicel showed that the drug significantly reduced 18 symptoms of... Read more »
A pediatric attention-deficit/hyperactivity expert offers alternatives to stimulant medications for children with ADHD. Strattera, anti-depressants,... Read more »
Weight loss is often a side effect of stimulant medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. According to a recent magazine... Read more »
A new study suggests the risk of stunted growth from stimulant medications is relatively minimal, and that "medication vacations" can help prevent... Read more »
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