An article in the journal Nature has stirred a controversy this week by suggesting that stimulant medications could be taken responsibly even by adults who do not have ADHD. The article's authors are brain researchers who argue that the "enhancement" that stimulants such as Ritalin and Adderall give adults should not be viewed as a dirty word, and may even be an ethical choice for people in some high-concentration fields, such as surgeons or airline pilots. They suggest that adults should be...
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This month's Harper's magazine features an article written by Meredith Broussard, called "Everyone's Gone Nuts: The Exaggerated Threat of... Read more »
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The school year has begun, for some it is just a few weeks old, for others it has been in full swing for over a month. As parents, you... Read more »
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Cerebellar training is used often in a program called DORE. It consists of eye, balance and sensory exercises that are customized for each person. It... Read more »
In the past, less was known about the long-term effects of ADHD medication. At that time, it was believed that taking a “vacation” from... Read more »