What Doctors Do To Test For Add?
Medication is an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD. Commonly prescribed medications include: Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, Dexedrine and Strattera. Strattera is the only non-stimulant medication that has been approved for ADHD. Most of these are available in short term and extended release. There is also a patch for the treatment of ADHD. Although medication is effective in reducing symptoms, it is not a cure and should be used in conjunction with a complete treatment plan...
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