Larry Silver, M.D.

Larry Silver, M.D., is the author of Dr. Larry Silver's Advice to Parents on AD/HD and The Misunderstood Child: Understanding and Coping with Your Child's Learning Disabilities. He is also a clinical professor of psychiatry at Georgetown Medical Center in Washington, D.C.

Books by Larry Silver, M.D.

• How to Treat Depression in Children with ADHD
  Depression is especially common among children with ADHD. Fortunately, medical treatments are more safe and... more »
• ADD Drugs: Safe While Pregnant or Nursing?
  Can your ADD medication harm your developing fetus? Can it pass through breast milk? Critical... more »
• Beyond the ADHD Diagnosis: Understanding Common Learning Disabilities in ADHD Children
  Roughly half of all children diagnosed with ADHD also suffer from learning disabilities like dyslexia... more »
• Managing ADHD Medication at School
  All you need to know if your child needs a school-time dose of his ADHD... more »
• When a Child's Behavior Worsens
  Fine-tuning ADHD treatment may be the solution when a child's behavior takes a turn for... more »
• ADHD Medications: Say No to Side Effects
  A doctor's guide to finding the right ADHD medication for your attention deficit disorder (ADD... more »
• Trying a New ADD Medication
  If you're considering a switch from your child's ADHD drug due to side effects, here's... more »
• Diagnosing Related Conditions in ADHD Children and Adults
  How to help ADHD children and adults with common coexisting conditions like depression, anxiety and... more »
• How to Boost Your Child's Self-Esteem: ADHD Parenting Advice
  Many kids with ADHD and learning disabilities also struggle with poor self-esteem. Here's how parents... more »
• What Is ADHD? Expert Information About Diagnosing and Treating ADHD
  An expert on ADHD and learning disabilities talks about the biology behind attention deficit disorder... more »
• Getting an ADHD Diagnosis: 3 Common Mistakes
  Doctors sometimes diagnose ADHD too quickly or without considering all the symptoms. Here's what you... more »
• Is It Really ADHD? Ensuring an Accurate ADHD Diagnosis
  Ask yourself these four questions before considering a diagnosis of attention deficit disorder (ADD ADHD)... more »
• Can Children Outgrow ADHD?
  Parents of children with attention deficit disorder often wonder if their kids will stay on... more »
• ADHD Medications at School
  A doctor's advice for managing meds during the school day... more »
• Psychiatric Medications for Children with ADHD
  Here are some of the psychiatric drugs that doctors prescribe most frequently for children with... more »
• ADHD Drug Treatments: Managing Multiple Medications
  Treating ADHD and a comorbid condition like depression or bipolar disorder may require more than... more »
• Does Your Child Have a Learning Disability?
  How to determine whether your child has a learning disability like dyslexia, and to get... more »
• Is Your ADHD Child Addicted to Video Games?
  How to break the cycle of video game "addiction" in children with ADHD... more »
• Meds: Use Them Wisely in College
  Have a game plan for tackling meds while in college... more »
• Meds: Expect Resistance
  Don't be surprised if your middle-schooler is resistant to taking his meds. Here's your approach... more »
• Meds: Tips for High-Schoolers
  Medications are your responsibility now. Here are things to keep in mind... more »
• The Drug Approval Process
  How does the FDA permit the sale of a particular drug? The answer may alarm... more »
• Teens and Alcohol
  A guide for parents whose teenagers with attention deficit disorder may be drinking during the... more »

• 'Mom, I Hurt Myself'
  Kids with ADHD have more accidents — unless parents step in... more »
• A Parent's Guide to Explaining ADHD Treatment with Medication
  What parents can say and do to make children feel good about treating their ADHD... more »
• Alcohol and ADHD Medication: What Is Safe?
  How will alcohol interact with your medication for adult ADD? Read this expert advice before... more »
• Medicate Our Child?
  What to do when you say yes and your spouse says no... more »
• 7 Rules for Using ADHD Medications Safely
  7 ways to maximize the benefits of ADHD medications for you or your child with... more »
• Keeping Kids Safe
  Expert tips to help parents avoid some common risks to their ADHD children... more »
• Helping Pre-Teens with ADD Succeed
  The middle-school years can be turbulent for many children with ADD. Here’s how parents can... more »
• Protecting ADHD Children from Accidents
  How to keep your children with ADHD safe this summer... more »
• Period of Adjustment
  When a child's behavior suddenly strays off course, look for the real reasons... more »
• Addicted to Computer Games!
  Game-playing can boost coordination and computer literacy. Here's how to keep a good thing from... more »
• Keys to a Successful Summer
  How parents can plan for a fun, safe, and productive summer vacation for their ADHD... more »
• Can Your Child Safely Take a Break from Meds?
  Important considerations when pondering a "drug holiday" for your child... more »
• Can Your Child Safely Take a Break from ADD Drugs?
  Important considerations when pondering a "drug holiday" for your child with attention deficit disorder (ADD... more »

• How Recess Promotes Focus for ADHD Children
  For children with ADHD, the endangered school recess is an essential activity that improves focus... more »
• The Pause Button
  A grandfather discovers that, sometimes, ADHD children just need a break... more »
• Sample Dialogue for Talking About ADHD
  If your child has questions, keep your answers simple, brief, and upbeat. Here's how... more »

• How to Ensure a Correct Diagnosis
  "My son was diagnosed with multiple disorders, after an interview and psychiatric observations. Was he... more »
• Sleep and ADHD
  "Is ADHD causing my sleep problems?" ... more »
• The Best Treatment for Teens with Addictions
  "Will Wellbutrin work for adolescents with drug addiction?" ... more »
• Finding Reliable Help
  "Who can best diagnose ADD?"... more »
• ADHD in Adults
  "My wife suspects I have ADD. How do I find a location where I can... more »
• Can You Have Only Some ADHD Symptoms?
  "Can you have SOME of the symptoms of ADHD and still be diagnosed with the... more »
• Explaining ADHD to Kids
  "My 10-year-old son has ADHD. Is it okay to talk to him about it?" ... more »
• A Qualified Diagnosis
  "My son's teacher thinks he might have ADHD. Who can diagnose him and treat this... more »
• Building a Tolerance
  "My eight-year-old did well on Strattera for six months, but then his symptoms returned. Is... more »
• Conception Concerns
  "Should my husband stop taking his stimulant while we're trying to get pregnant?"... more »
• ADHD and OCD
  "Our teenage son, who has ADHD and OCD, is hiding food in his room. What... more »
• Stimulants and Heart Trouble
  "Our family has a history of heart trouble. Does the new stimulant warning mean it's... more »
• Too Young for Treatment?
  "What’s the youngest age at which a child can be diagnosed with and treated for... more »
• The Six Types of ADHD?
  "What do you know about Dr. Daniel Amen's brain imaging research?"... more »
• What Causes ADHD? Expert Information About ADD Genetics
  "I was just diagnosed with ADHD, and I'm interested in learning more about it. Is... more »
• What's the Right Dosage?
  "I’ve been taking a stimulant for two days, but I don’t feel more focused. How... more »
• When to Switch Doctors
  "My new primary-care physician told me she doesn’t 'do' adult ADD, and wants me to... more »
• Appetite Blunted By Meds
  "Because my long-acting stimulant tends to blunt my appetite, I typically take it only on... more »
• Getting Insurance to Cover a Stimulant and Strattera
  "My son is doing well on his stimulant-Strattera combo, but my insurance company is unwilling... more »
• Helping Teens with Conduct Disorders
  "My 17-year-old ADDer is oppositional. He has skipped school and run away from home." ... more »
• Vitamins for Hyperactive Kids
  "Do vitamins have a calming effect?" ... more »
• Taking Tests in School
  "I struggle with test-taking. Is this common?" ... more »
• Putting An End to Aggression at School
  "Will medication control my daughter's aggression at school?" ... more »
• When ADHD Gets Worse with Time
  "Is it possible for ADD to become more prominent later in life than in the... more »
• Ritalin and Growth of Children
  "Is there a link between Ritalin and growth problems?" ... more »
• Strattera: What You Need to Know
  Dr. Larry Silver explains what doctors know about the non-stimulant treatment... more »
• Medication Side Effects
  "Is it common for children on methyphenidate and Paxil to pick their cuticles, nails, skin,... more »
• How Much Ritalin Is Enough?
  "I'm 39 and started taking Ritalin 2 weeks ago. How do I find the right... more »
• Tourette's and AD/HD
  "Could my five-year-old son's facial tics and hyperactivity be Tourette's?" ... more »
• Storing and Using the Daytrana Patch
  "I've had trouble peeling off the protective covering on the Daytrana patch. Any suggestions?" ... more »
• Alternatives to Stimulants
  "What alternatives to Ritalin are available to my 11-year-old son?" ... more »
• Taking a Child Off Ritalin
  "Our doctor wants to take my daughter off Ritalin, even though it helps her. I... more »
• Bipolar or ADHD?
  "What's the difference between ADD and bipolar disorder?"... more »
• Adderall and Speech Apraxia
  "Can my son be treated for both ADHD and speech problems?"... more »
• Kindergarten Teacher Asks About ADD Meds
  "In my classroom, I have two children with ADHD. I need information about medications and... more »
• Stuttering as a Side Effect of Ritalin
  "Is Ritalin causing my grandson's stuttering? It started a year after he began medication." ... more »
• Success in High School/Problems in College
  "My 21-year-old son graduated at the top of his high school class, but now can't... more »
• Self Diagnosis
  "I took a stimulant and fell asleep immediately. Does this confirm my ADHD?"... more »
• Family Disagrees with Diagnosis
  "How do I convince my family that ADD is real?" ... more »
• Narcolepsy and ADD
  "What's the link between narcolepsy and inattentive ADD?"... more »
• Too Much Medication?
  "How do you know if you are overmedicated?"... more »
• Alternative Treatments for ADHD
  "Why don't doctors offer alternatives to treat ADHD before prescribing strong stimulants? Since starting his... more »
• Is The Medication Working?
  "How do I know when we've found the right medication and dosage?"... more »
• ADHD and Sensory Integration Dysfunction
  "A counselor has suggested having my son tested for Sensory Integration Dysfunction. Could this be... more »
• ADHD, Change in Medication & Learning Disabilities
  "My nine-year-old son had to discontinue treatment, due to abnormal EKGs, and is now failing... more »
• Side Effects of Adderall
  "My son has had side effects since he started medication, but his doctor says they're... more »
• Does Medication Delay Puberty?
  "My 14 year-old seems to be slow with his puberty. Is there any chance Adderall... more »
• Adderall and The Menstrual Cycle
  "My 13-year-old daughter takes Adderall, and it seems to affect her menstrual cycle."... more »
• Can Childhood Trauma Cause ADD?
  "Are signs of ADHD caused by factors other than neurological problems?"... more »
• Exercise for ADHD
  "Will exercise improve symptoms?" ... more »
• Treating Asthma and ADHD
  "How do I treat my son's ADHD when he takes steroids for his lung problems?"... more »
• ADD and ODD
  "My nine-year-old ADDer misbehaves at home and at school. Is he oppositional?"... more »
• Concerns About the Diagnostic Process
  "I realize that ADHD is often over-diagnosed as well as under-diagnosed. As a social worker,... more »
• When Teens Refuse ADD Meds
  "Why has my son stopped taking his medication?"... more »
• 3 Keys to Mindful Medication
  "I have been on Adderall for several months, and I don't think it's working. Should... more »
• ADHD Medication: The Right Dose?
  "My son's ADHD medication is causing him to be irritable...... more »
• Identifying Learning Disabilities
  "How can one differentiate between lack of focus related to dyslexia and that related to... more »
• ADHD and Genetics
  "Is there anything my son and his wife can do to minimize the chances of... more »
• Preschoolers on Medication
  "My four-year-old has been diagnosed with ADHD, and doctors have suggested Ritalin. What do you... more »
• Too Much Medication? Or the Wrong Kind?
  "My medication no longer works. I've had to escalate the dose, but feel like a... more »
• Signs of Adderall Addiction
  "Am I addicted to my medication?" ... more »
• Addicted to Ritalin?
  "My dose of Ritalin isn't effective anymore. Why?" ... more »
• Developing a Tolerance for Adderall?
  "My current dose of Adderall is less effective than it had been when I started... more »
• Mixing Medication with Alcohol
  "Should I refrain from taking my ADD medication on days I plan to drink alcohol?"... more »
• ADD and EEG Neurofeedback
  "My children have had success with EEG neurofeedback training. Why don't more doctors offer this... more »
• Desoxyn
  "Can Desoxyn be used to treat ADD?"... more »
• Reading Disorders and ADHD
  "My eight-year-old has trouble reading. I recently read about a sight problem called convergence that... more »
• Arranging for Accommodations in College
  "I was kicked out of school, but have since been diagnosed with ADHD. Can I... more »
• Medication Choices
  "My son tried Adderall, but started squinting. What do you recommend for a child who... more »
• Should My Grandson Be a Zombie?
  "Last night I observed my grandson after he took his medication. Should medication be causing... more »
• Is Medication Necessary? How Much?
  "Is there such a thing as being medicated just enough to get through school and... more »
• Ritalin and Headaches
  "Are stimulants causing my headaches?" ... more »
• Questions About Concerta.
  Your questions about Concerta, answered... more »
• Depakote and Tegretal
  "What ADHD medication can be used with Tegretal and Depakote?" ... more »
• How to Discipline a Child with Comorbid Conditions
  "My son was diagnosed with severe onset O.C.D., anxiety disorder, and ADHD. How do I... more »
• Is It ADD or a Learning Disability?
  "I have a nine-year-old with ADD. School has become a struggle for him. Is this... more »
• The Consequences of Untreated ADHD
  "I have a son who was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 8. We didn't... more »
• How Can We Help Our Troubled Child?
  "Our 11-year-old son has been under psychiatric care for 5 years, but is still unhappy... more »
• Difficulties with Reading Skills
  "I have an eight-year-old with ADD who struggles with reading comprehension. Is this common, and... more »
• Daytime Wetting - Medical or Psychological?
  "My son, an 8-year-old on Adderall, has been wetting his pants. How can I break... more »
• Medication on the Job (Airline Pilot)
  "I am a pilot and want to try Ritalin on my vacation. For how long... more »
• Medication During the School Day
  "My son needs a dose of medication at school, but administrators won't take responsibility. What... more »
• When Medication Causes Stuttering
  "Is Wellbutrin causing my stuttering?"... more »
• Tics as a Side Effect of Medication
  "My son was given a higher dosage of medication, and now has trouble with his... more »
• Where Do I Go From Here?
  "My 10-year-old son may have ADHD, but his doctor says there's no definitive test. What... more »
• Behavioral Changes In Teenage Daughter
  "My daughter has become sexually active, with no regard to consequences."... more »
• Pycnogenol and Alternative Treatments
  "Can you tell me about Pycnogenol and Maquelier's OPC (pine bark extract and grape seed... more »
• When to Give Kids Another Dose
  "Is Adderall causing my seven-year-old son to act out?" ... more »
• Is ADD Genetic?
  "I am 32 and pregnant. Can I continue my treatment for ADD, and will my... more »
• Getting Through to Junior
  "My 14-year-old son has been diagnosed with ADD, learning disabilities and a conduct disorder. He... more »
• Do Medications “Cure” ADD?
  "Will Strattera permanently correct a chemical imbalance in the brain? Or does it just "mask"... more »
• Do Young Kids Need Meds?
  "My son started taking a stimulant for his ADHD, but didn't like it, so we... more »
• Best Medication for Inattentive ADD
  "My daughter was recently diagnosed with inattentive ADD. Is it true that medication is less... more »
• Pregnancy and ADHD meds
  "Can I safely continue my medication while I am pregnant or nursing?"... more »
• Depakote plus Concerta?
  "Depakote made my son more aggressive, and the doctor prescribed Concerta to counteract that behavior... more »
• ADHD Medication and Smoking
  "I have been taking stimulant since last year, and notice an increased desire to smoke."... more »
• Dose Differences
  "My son was taking a short-acting stimulant, which improved his symptoms, but his doctor switched... more »
• A Sweet Tooth
  "My daughter craves sweets, but has little appetite when she's on her medication. Does ADHD... more »
• Mixing Meds
  "My client takes a stimulant, as well as a painkiller and sleeping pills. I think... more »
• A Weighty Concern
  "My 9-year-old has ADD. He is overweight, and we were told that a stimulant may... more »
• Eating Sensitivity
  "My daughter has always been a picky eater. Now at 15, she takes a long-acting... more »
• Repetitive Speech
  "Is repetitive speech due to my son's medicine, his ADD, or something else?"... more »
• Pushing Antidepressants
  "Some of the physicians I've seen have tried to force antidepressants on me, despite an... more »
• Drug Screening Dilemma
  "Will the stimulant medication that I take show up in a potential employer's drug test?"... more »
• Fear of Addiction
  "I used to be addicted to opiates and painkillers, and my doctor has prescribed a... more »
• Icy Extremities
  "Our son has had extremely cold hands and feet since he began taking Strattera. Is... more »
• O.K. to Donate Blood
  "I recently started taking a short-acting stimulant. Am I still allowed to donate blood?" ... more »
• Medication Switcheroo
  "After only two doses of a long-acting stimulant, I felt like a new person. I... more »
• Safe Driving vs. Insomnia
  "The stimulant I take makes it hard to fall asleep, but I'm a safer driver... more »
• Try a Tricyclic
  "My 10-year-old has tried several stimulant medications, and the side effects always outweigh the benefits... more »
• Delayed Puberty?
  "Our 13-year-old son shows no sign of puberty. Could his medications be causing a delay?"... more »
• Skipping Strattera Doses
  "My 20-year-old daughter takes Strattera, but skips her medication on weekends. Is this risky?"... more »
• Tough Morning Routine
  "My teenage son has a hard time waking up each morning. Could this be caused... more »
• ADHD and Bed Wetting
  "Our 10-year-old son still wets his bed, yet a urologist could find nothing wrong. Could... more »
• Fast Pulse
  "Can stimulant medications cause a rapid pulse? I'm worried about giving stimulants to my son."... more »
• Recently Diagnosed, ADA Information
  "I've just been diagnosed with ADHD. Am I entitled to special accommodations at work?"... more »
• Medication and Seizures
  "My daughter has been treated for seizures, and her neurologist said Strattera could cause more... more »
• Medicating Young Children
  "Our three-year-old shows signs of ADHD. Is he too young to be diagnosed with ADHD... more »
• Responsible for Taking Medication
  "My 12-year-old has been taking ADHD medication for five years. Is he old enough to... more »
• Increased Appetite
  "Do stimulants ever cause an increase in appetite? My son has gained weight since he... more »
• New Doctor, Old Problem
  "I'm unhappy with our pediatrician and the medication our daughter takes. How can I find... more »
• Comorbid Conditions and ADD Meds
  "Will ADHD medication help me stop picking at my skin? I've dealt with this, as... more »
• When To Increase Dosage
  "My son's doctor says to take the minimum dose of a stimulant for 30 days,... more »
• Negative Response to Meds
  "I began taking a stimulant, and I experienced anxiety, depression, and crying spells. Does this... more »
• How Many Appointments Do I Need?
  "Our pediatrician requires my four ADHD sons to have screenings every three months. Is this... more »
• New Problems With Meds
  "I've been taking the same dosage for years with no problems, but recently I've become... more »
• Meds and Migraines
  "Can ADHD cause migraine headaches?"... more »
• More Fun Without Meds?
  "My 18-year-old stopped taking his ADHD meds because his friends told him he was "more... more »
• Homeopathy for ADHD?
  "Can homeopathy really help my son with ADHD?"... more »
• Should meds improve handwriting?
  "ADHD medication improved my eight-year-old's attention, but not his handwriting. What should I do?"... more »
• When to Reduce Dosage
  "My son has had a hard time falling asleep since our doctor increased his dosage... more »
• Smart, with a "Glitch"?
  "My 18-year-old daughter graduated with honors but her teacher recommends getting her tested for AD/HD... more »
• Finally Ready to Get Help
  "My 19-year-old has agreed to see a doctor after years of depression and marijuana use... more »
• Rebounding on Meds
  "My 10-year-old son whines, cries, and so on, as his medication wears off in the... more »
• Ending a Long-Term Drug Treatment
  "I've been taking Dexedrine since being diagnosed with ADD nine years ago. Will I be... more »
• Understanding Meds
  "Are different medications prescribed for ADD and AD/HD? My doctor prescribed Adderall, but I'm not... more »
• Long-Term Concerta Use
  "Is it true that long-term use of Concerta can cause 'burnout' of the adrenal glands?"... more »
• Persistent Sleep Troubles
  "My son takes Strattera, as well as clonidine for his sleep problems, but it hasn't... more »
• Dry Mouth as a Side Effect
  "My stimulant gives me dry mouth, and I've had many cavities in recent years. Could... more »
• Mixing Imipramine and Stimulants
  "Can we keep our son on Imipramine to stop his bed-wetting, in addition to giving... more »
• "My Son Takes 8 Pills a Day!"
  "My son now takes two types of ADHD medications, plus six other pills to 'manage... more »
• Foods That Interfere
  "Fatty foods seem to lessen the effects of my stimulant medication. Do you know of... more »
• When Everyone Knows the 'Answer'
  "As ADHD receives more media attention, all of a sudden, everyone seems to know the... more »
• Doctor or Patient: Who Knows Best?
  "Can I ask my doctor to increase the dosage of my medication?"... more »
• Meds: Covering the School Day
  "My son takes a small dose of Focalin before school. His teacher says that he... more »
• Caffeine as a Treatment
  "Can caffeine be used to treat AD/HD symptoms?"... more »
• The School's Responsibility
  "The school nurse was out today, so my daughter didn't get her AD/HD medication. How... more »
• When Strattera Isn't Enough
  "My son's doctor suggests a small dose of a stimulant in addition to his Strattera... more »
• Controlling Anxiety
  "My 18-year-old becomes anxious as her stimulant wears off. What's going on?"... more »
• Meds During Pregnancy
  "Can pregnant women take modafinil, which the FDA may soon approve for treatment of AD/HD?"... more »
• A Teen's Reluctance to Take Medication
  "My 13-year-old has been throwing away his AD/HD pills. How can I get him to... more »
• Stimulant Addiction
  "My 16-year-old says he needs two or three times his prescribed dose to stay awake... more »
• Medication After School
  "I think our son needs medication only for the school day. What do you recommend?"... more »
• Switching to Stimulants
  "I've been taking antidepressants for years, but now my doctor says I have ADHD and... more »
• Treating Two Conditions
  "I take medication for bipolar disorder. Is it safe to take a stimulant for ADHD,... more »
• Poor Prescriptions
  "I've tried various drugs to treat my ADHD, but they all seem to put me... more »
• The Feingold Diet
  "My kids are on the Feingold Diet, and it appears to have cured their ADHD... more »
• Are Drug Holidays Safe?
  "My son feels sick whenever he takes time off from his stimulant. Is this the... more »
• Auditory Hallucinations
  "My daughter says she hears imaginary voices. Is this a side effect of her medication?"... more »
• Stimulants and Reflux
  "Is ADHD medication to blame for my daughter's stomach aches?" ... more »
• Stimulant Dosage
  "My son takes a larger dose than my friend's son, even though they share similar... more »
• Stimulants and Nausea
  "Could my medication be causing my nausea and fatigue?"... more »
• Daytrana Skin Patch
  "Why is the Daytrana skin patch considered less likely to be abused than pills? And... more »
• Former Drinking Problem
  "Does my past addiction put me at risk if I take the stimulant my doctor... more »
• How Can I Tell if the Meds Work?
  "How can I tell if my five-year-old's AD/HD medication is working?"... more »
• Does Coffee Improve Focus?
  "Is it true that caffeine can help children focus?"... more »
• Stimulant Drug Interactions
  "Is it safe to take a stimulant while being treated for high cholesterol and blood... more »
• Stimulants: Short-Term Fix? Or Lifelong Drug?
  "Are stimulants generally taken for just a short period, or will I take this pill... more »
• Are Dosages Based on Weight?
  "If AD/HD medication dosages aren't calculated by weight, why did my doctor weigh me before... more »
• Daytrana Side Effects
  "How does the Daytrana skin patch work? What side effects does it cause?"... more »
• Refusing to Get Help
  "Therapists have suggested that my son has ADHD, but he's too embarrassed to see a... more »
• How Meds Affect Personality
  "Will I think different thoughts or lose my sense of humor by taking a stimulant?"... more »
• Time to Go Off-Label?
  "My seven-year-old developed a tic after he started taking a stimulant. Should we try a... more »
• Alternatives to Swallowing Pills
  "My 10-year-old can't swallow the pill his doctor prescribed. What can we do?"... more »
• Vitamins & Stimulants: A Bad Interaction?
  "I heard recently that vitamin supplements interact with stimulant medication. Is that true?"... more »
• Long-Term Effects of Stimulants
  "My 11-year-old has been taking a stimulant for two years. How much longer should he... more »
• Getting Adequate Care Overseas
  "I recently moved to England, and I’m having trouble finding a doctor who’s knowledgeable about... more »
• Strattera for Comorbidities
  "My son suffers from ADHD and anxiety. His doctor prescribed Strattera. Is this the best... more »
• Persistent Tics
  "My son developed a severe tic after he started taking a stimulant. He stopped taking... more »
• New Treatment Available Soon
  "What can you tell me about Vyvanse, the new stimulant medication?"... more »
• Inheriting the ADHD Gene
  "I don’t have ADHD, but my husband does. If we have a child, what are... more »
• How to Stop Appetite Loss
  "I’m worried about my 10-year-old. He hasn’t gained any weight in the two years he’s... more »
• When Meds Affect the Menstrual Cycle
  "I’ve been taking a stimulant for a few months, and my periods are noticeably shorter... more »
• Medication for Learning Disabilities?
  "Why are there medications to treat ADHD but none to treat learning disabilities?"... more »
• Sleep Strategies for Restless Kids
  "My six-year-old has a hard time falling asleep at night, and she often wakes up... more »
• How to Treat Diabetic ADDers
  "My 11-year-old son, who has type-I diabetes, was just diagnosed with ADHD. Is it safe... more »
• Outgrowing ADHD
  "Will my child need to take ADHD medication for the rest of his life?"... more »
• Nightmarish Side Effects
  "My 10-year-old son has started having terrible nightmares. Is this a side effect of his... more »
• Getting Accommodations at Work
  "I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD. Am I entitled to special accommodations at work?"... more »
• Weight Gain and ADHD Meds
  "My nine-year-old has oppositional defiant disorder, and he just started taking Risperdal. I heard that... more »
• On- or Off-Meds When Undergoing Evaluations?
  "My 10-year-old son is going to be evaluated for learning disabilities. Should we give him... more »
• Quick Tip for Using the Daytrana Patch
  "My son's doctor prescribed the stimulant patch, Daytrana. I find it difficult to peel off... more »
• How Strattera Affects Your Child's Growth
  "Is slowed growth a side effect of Strattera?”... more »
• Talking to Your Teen About the ADHD Diagnosis
  "My 14-year-old has been diagnosed with ADHD and LD. He seems to believe that, if... more »
• What to Know About the New ADHD Med
  "I read about a new long-acting, nonstimulant ADHD medication. Can you tell me more?"... more »
• Can Children Outgrow ADHD?
  "I was excited to read about a recent study that shows that children outgrow ADHD... more »

• When a 'Tween Is Reluctant to Take Meds
  How to respond when a tween insists he no longer needs medication... more »

• Time To Give Your Child A Medicine Break?
  Read this before considering a "medication vacation" for your child this summer... more »