My son was recently diagnosed with ADHD. What is the better med out there and why for this condition?
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I HAVE WENT THRU THIS WITH MY OWN SON WHOS NOW 24 AND A DR GRANT IT HIS GRADES DROPPED IN 4TH GRADE FROM A-S TO D-S SO I PUT HIM ON RITALIN AND HE STAYED ON IT ALL THE WAY THRU SCHOOL HES GRATEFUL N SO AM I HE NO LONGER TAKES IT THE ONLY DRAWBACK IS HE WAS A LITTLE SHORTER THEN MOST KIDS HIS AGE ALL THRU SCHOOL ALTHOUGH AFTER GRADUATION HE GREW TO 6-4 I LOVED IT NOW ALL THESE FOOLS THAT DONT KNOW WHAT WE HAVE BEEN THRU WILL HARP NO MED NO MEDS DONT LISTEN TO THEM THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHAT U GO THRU EACH DAY ALSO CALL A PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCE EVERY 9 WKS I DID THIS UNTIL HE GRADUATED AND INFORM THE SCHOOL THERES ALSO A FEDERAL LAW CALLED SECTION 504 ITS A HEARING U CAN CALL IF NEEDED IF ANY OF THE TEACHERS ARE NOT CO-OPERATING WITH U THEY WILL JUMP THEY DONT WANT THERE FUNDS TAKIN AWAY ALSO THE SCHOOL HAS TO REMEMBER TO GIVE HIM HIS MED CHANCES R HE WILL 4 GET THATS WHY HE IS ON THE MED DONT LET THE SCHOOL BLAME THAT ON HIM ----THERES ALSO SCHOLARSHIP'S FOR HIM TO APPLY FOR WHEN HE GRADS THIS IS CALLED A HIDDEN HANDI CAP AND HE SHOULD HAVE ALL OF HIS RECORDS IN A RED FILE LOCKED AS ANY OTHER HANDI CAP CHILD WOULD GOODLUCK BLESS U N YOURS SANDY
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My son has been taking it for about two years now and it has changed his life (and mine)! But your doctor would know best what would suit your needs best
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ADD (actually it's ADHD) is onew of the most studied conditions in medicine- it's definitely not a farce.  You don't have to be hyperactive to have it- it's more about your brain's ability to organize and focus.  A good book to read is "Driven to Distraction" by Hallowell and Ratey.  The most thorough and up-to date book I have read on the subject is "Attention Deficit Disorder" by Brown.  You should seek a clinical consultation, preferably with someone who is experienced in recognizing ADHD.  Correct treatment can make a  huge difference in your life, so so whatever it takes! P.S. contact me if you want more info...
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I would think it best to consult a doctor for your son's sake...but I'm not sure there is medication fro Asperger's...there may be therapy available to help him cope.  I have a friend with Asperger's and he does fine, married, good job, good dad...good life...and he is an amazing musician...a little quirky perhaps but we love him more for it.\n\nHere is something from a web page source:\n\nhttp://www.aspergers.com/asptrt.htm\n\nThere is no specific treatment or "cure" for Asperger's Disorder. All the interventions outlined below are mainly symptomatic and/or rehabilitational.\n\nPsychosocial Interventions \n\nIndividual psychotherapy to help the individual to process the feelings aroused by being socially handicapped \nParent education and training \nBehavioral modification \nSocial skills training \nEducational interventions \nPsychopharmacological Interventions \n\nFor hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity: Psychostimulants (methyphenidate, dextroamphetamine, metamphetamine), clonidine, Tricyclic Antidepressants (desipramine, nortriptyline), Strattera (atomoxetine) \nFor irritability and aggression: Mood Stabilizers (valproate, carbamazepine, lithium), Beta Blockers (nadolol, propranolol), clonidine, naltrexone, Neuroleptics (risperidone, olanzapine, quetiapine, ziprasidone, haloperidol) \nFor preoccupations, rituals and compulsions: SSRIs (fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, paroxetine), Tricyclic Antidepressants (clomipramine) \nFor anxiety: SSRIs (sertraline, fluoxetine), Tricyclic Antidepressants (imipramine, clomipramine, nortriptyline)
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my son has adhd. you just need to listen to him. He gets soooo upset when you don't let him fully explain himself, even if your in a hurry...listen and validate his thoughts. Also just take time to sit and read with him, or talk about how he feels, what he's into and so on. I't soo tough. my son's 8 and has alot of trouble with friends in school. he's a good kid, they just need lots of love.
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Ritalin.  Check out this link for more info:\n\nhttp://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/methphen.htm
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well sometimes there is the need to use meds my son was on Ritalin i would have him seen by several others 4 there opinion teachers r quick to point out add-adhd it seems now days they used to not med until 3 or 4th grade u need more opinions or mom can keep him home put him in 1st grade next yr not alot of folks know this but in most states kinder is not mandatory good luck and i know what Ur going thru
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Whatever the law says, disability insurance is meant to be for people who are actually DISABLED, not people who just have trouble sitting still in class.  I think that ADHD is something of a social construct, but I'm all for giving kids (and adults) meds for it if the benefits outweight the side effects (which they usually do, even for people who don't have very significant attention problems).  However, trying to get a disability check for it doesn't seem right to me.  Remember that whatever money the government gives you is money that they don't have to spend on something else.  Given the state of our national budget, the last thing we need is more people clamoring for government handouts they don't need.  If meds help your kid, by all means medicate him, but you're not doing anyone any favors by trying to get a disability check out of it.
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You can try xanx.  Also I dont know if it will work for you, but I was prescribed Ritalin for my ADD and if I take a few of those, it puts me in a REAL good happy mood, like my dopamine is being increased.
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www.chadd.org has a lot of info on ADD/ADHD and the positive effects of Ritilan (and other medications) when used appropriately\n\nGood luck on your report!
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Hi BooMom\n\nHere are some ideas to help the healing process.\n\n\n\nQuick Action Plan for ADHD/ADD-like Symptoms\n\n1. Avoid the use of dangerous pharmaceutical drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderal.\n \n2. Recognize that the majority of ADHD/ADD diagnoses are inaccurate, and can be based on little or no scientific evidence.\n \n3. If you, your child or teen suffer from ADHD/ADD-like symptoms, be sure to explore all possible factors that may be causing hyperactivity. Essential to consider is poor diet, nutritional imbalances, undiagnosed learning disabilities and/or vision problems, lack of emotional support, heavy metal toxicity, and food and environmental allergies, all of which should be screened for. \n\n4. Avoid all sugars, wheat products, refined carbohydrates, sodas, processed foods, preservatives, artificial sweeteners, corn syrup, alcohol, and hydrogenated and trans-fatty oils. \n\n5. Avoid foods high in salicylates such as apples, almonds, oranges, peppers, and tomatoes. \n\n6. Emphasize organic fresh fruits and vegetables, organic whole grains such as amaranth and quinoa, organic free-range meats, poultry, and wild-caught fish, and drink plenty of pure, filtered water. \n\n7. Nutritional supplements include vitamin B-complex, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, essential fatty acids (EFAs), omega-3 oils, digestive enzymes, and probiotic supplements such as acidophilus and bifidus bacterium, tinctured zeolite and chlorella.\n \n8. Chamomile, linden flower, milk thistle, and red clover may be useful herbs. \n\n9. If heavy metal toxicity is a factor, consider working with a physician trained in the use of chelation therapy. \n\n10. Many excellent books on healing ADHD are available; we recommend "Children with Starving Brains" by Jaquelyn McCandless, M.D., and "A Path to Success" by Lawrence Weathers, Ph.D. \n\nCauses of ADHD/ADD-like Behavior\nA variety of factors can cause the hyperactivity symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD. They include undetected learning disabilities, food and environmental allergies, gastrointestinal disorders such as leaky gut syndrome, systemic yeast overgrowth, known as Candidiasis, heavy metal toxicity, poor diet, nutritional imbalances, and emotional upsets such as those caused by family problems. In some cases, the problem can also be due to undetected vision problems, such as the need for eyeglasses for reading. The overuse of antibiotics, as well as vaccines and immunization, can also cause symptoms of hyperactivity and/or ASDHD/ADD. Antibiotics can trigger allergic reactions and cause the gastrointestinal tract to become depleted of healthy bacteria, leading to candidiasis, while vaccines can severely compromise a child's still- developing immune system, and cause other serious health problems, including neurological damage. (For more information about the health risks posed by vaccination, see The Dangers of Vaccination.)\n\nDiet: The most common dietary triggers of ADHD/ADD and hyperactivity are commercially processed foods that are high in sugars and artificial sweeteners, food additives and chemical preservatives. Another important factor is caffeine, which is found not only in colas, but also in many other types of sodas and bottled drinks, as well as chocolate products. Ironically, many school lunch programs across the country regularly provide school children with foods laced with caffeine, and with sugar. Moreover, many schools also earn revenues through affiliations with soda and candy manufacturers, by allowing the sale of soda and candies on site via vending machines.\n\nFoods high in salicylates, which are natural chemical substances found in foods such as apples, berries, almonds, oranges, and tomatoes, can also cause hyperactivity. Consider a rotation or elimination diet, removing these foods from the diet for 1-4 weeks while paying attention to behavioral changes or improvements in behavior.\n\nNutrition: One of the most common defi
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Hi Brian,\n\nMy name is Sarah and I have a degree in psychology, keep in mind that I am not a doctor however.  \n\nAnyway, I think what you are going through is very common.  The first question that I'm wondering is why your doctor switched your medication?  I know that you said that you cannot remember but it might help you to ask.  Also, it's good that you know that taking that amount of pills is not a good idea.  Have you told anyone else about this?  A friend or family member?  My advice would be to tell someone (or just let them read your post) and have them go to the doctor with you on your next appointment and that way the truth will come out.  You should really let someone know about this before it's too late.  \n\nAs far as battling your ADHD, I do not think that medication alone works in most cases.  You should also seek counseling.  The two coupled together have a very high success rate as opposed to one in absence of the other.  It's just like depression, you can treat it with medication but there is still an underlying problem that contributes to it and until that problem is solved it will continue to come back.  \n\nYou seem to have a good head on your shoulders and I hope that you will seek help in others that are close to you.  Good luck. :)
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I took my son's adderal and welbutrin.....and as a result I took my son off of it..       It messed  me   up...and I decided right then and there I didn't want my Child taking that  stuff....   Plus it caused him to have Heart Palpitations" and "anxiety" attacks..    He wasn't ADD  he was just High spirited and needed extra supervision........    that was when he was 5 now he is 13 and is still a handful   but    he is a good kid  with good morals. and I  am so glad I got him off his meds.   He doesn't even remember half his child hood.  You know I hope that the schools get more money for every kid they have that is diagnosed with Adhd or ADD.   Think about it and think about your Kid.
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Ritalin.\nYes, it's a stimulant.  It is perscribed for ADD and/or ADHD. It's a narcotic perscription drug and is known to be highly addictive. I have lots of problems with it personally... too numerous to name at this point in time.  I don't like the stuff and I'd never give it to a child or an adult.
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finish the trial medications...  it often takes awhile before medications start to work, and different individuals repsond differently to different meds...\n\ni take the "he" in your question has ADHD, are you supplementing the meds with other supports?  all the research shows some form of behavior modification along with meds produces the best results...  if you haven't already, please ask you doc about getting some assistance with that...
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Hi, Kelly!  I am a Reiki practitioner and an Herbalist, and a mom of 2 boys who have ADHD, one of whom was agressive - much, much less now. \n  I agree with the Oatstraw (Aveena Sativa) and the dietary recommendations.  Since there is very little way to stop all preservatives (school lunch, parties, etc) I also give my boys Flax Seed Oil as it has been proven effective as a blood cleanser.  It also has the Omega 3 fatty acids that people with neurological problems are deficient in.  Cinnamon is wonderful also...it helps keep their blood sugar stable, and helps metabolize any extra sugar.  Other than that, I just make sure their multivitamin is high in B, C and Zinc as those are deficiencies in People with ADHD as well.  \n\nI am at windstarhealing.com if you have any questions.  Good luck!
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My daughter was on Adderall for years.  When she was in 1st grade she was found to be ADHD. When we got her on the correct medicine and dosage, she went to flunking to straight a's.  \n\nWhen she visited her dads house he would say the same thing.  He thought i was doing it to make it easier on me.  I offered for him to talk to her doctor and read her assessment.  He refused but just kept accusing me of giving her the meds because i was lazy.  Well, now she is 15 and the hyperactivity is gone.  We are now just dealing the the attention deficite part and he can finally see that what i did, was for her own good.  \n\nMaybe you just need to ask to talk to the doctor that diagnosed the boy.  Ask to see the diagnostic tests that were used and the results.  Also the schools do an evaluation if they are aware of a problem with the child.  The parents should get a copy of that.  I would ask for any documentation that is available and then work with the other parent to adjust the dosage or meds so that they work with the boy to help him get good grades in school.