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How to Avoid the “Rebound Effect” from ADHD Meds
"Stimulant medication works well for my 10-year-old son during the day, but he...
Meshing At-Home and At-School Discipline
"My 6-year-old is frequently kept after school for infractions like not sitting still...
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Helping a Visual Learner
"My daughter has trouble with her weekly oral vocabulary quizzes - she's a visual learner...
For Teachers
When Parents Refuse to See the ADHD
"One of my students seldom remembers to turn in his homework, and when he does, it's...
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Balancing Safety and Fun After School
"I coach a cheerleading squad. One of the girls has ADHD, and she always wants to be the...
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Meds and Migraines
"Can ADHD or stimulant medication be the cause of my migraine ...
Growing Out of ADHD
"My 15-year-old has been fine without medication for the past two months. Is it possible...
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New Problems With Meds
"I've been taking the same dosage of a stimulant for years with no problems, but recently...
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How Many Appointments Do I Need to Treat My Child’s ADHD?
"Our pediatrician now requires my four ADHD sons to have their blood pressure, heart...
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Negative Response to Meds
"I began taking a stimulant last week, and I experienced anxiety, depression, and crying...
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When to Increase Dosage
"My son has been taking the minimum dose of a stimulant for a week and there's been no...
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Comorbid Conditions and ADHD Meds
"Will ADHD medication help my problem with picking at my skin? I've dealt with this, as...
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A Fair Grade
"Last year our bright five-year-old daughter, who has symptoms of ADHD, missed the public...
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Timely Tips for Kids
If your child doesn't seem to have a good grasp of time, use these tips to get t...
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New Doctor, Old Problem
"I'm generally unhappy with my doctor and the medication I take. How can I find a new...
ADHD in Women
ADHD Symptoms and Menopause
"My ADHD has gotten worse since I stopped taking Prempro for menopause. Is there...
Managing Medications
Fast Pulse
"Can stimulant medications cause a rapid pulse? I'm worried about giving stimulants ...
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ADHD and Bed Wetting
"Our 10-year-old son still wets his bed, yet a urologist could find nothing wrong. Could...
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Responsible for Taking Medication
"My 12-year-old has been taking ADHD medication for five years. Is he old enough to take...
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Tough Morning Routine
"My teenage son has an extremely hard time waking up each morning. Could this be caused...