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Getting Insurance to Cover a Stimulant and Strattera
"My 13-year-old son is doing well on the stimulant-Strattera combination his doctor prescribed, but...
ADHD News & Research
Study: Supplementing Stimulants with Guanfacine May Improve Executive Functions in Children
If a stimulant medication alone isn’t adequately managing a child’s ADHD-related executive function...
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Skipping Strattera Doses
"My 20-year-old daughter takes Strattera, but skips her medication on weekends. Is t...
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ADHD Medication Side Effects That No One Should Tolerate
ADHD medications sometimes make things worse before they get better. Common side effects include...
The Decision to Medicate
Top 10 Questions About ADHD Medications for Children...Answered!
If you're considering an ADHD medication for your child, you need to know how stimulants —...
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Strattera Plus a Stimulant
"My son's doctor feels he would focus better if he took a small dose of a stimulant in addition to...
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2017 ADHD Treatment Survey Findings
A recent ADDitude magazine survey of more than 4,000 caregivers and adults shows they use...
ADHD Medications
How Does ADHD Medication Work? Your First Questions Answered.
Wondering which ADHD medication to try or what dose is right? Dr. William Dodson answers common...
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Making the Switch: Trying a New ADHD Medication
Feel like your or your child's ADHD medication isn't the best choice? Learn how to transition to a...
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Mixing Medications: Stimulants and Nonstimulants
"My son was prescribed Strattera. We didn't see much effect after two months, so our doctor...
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Strattera for Comorbidities
"My son suffers from ADHD and anxiety. His doctor prescribed Strattera. Is this the be...
ADHD Treatment Options
Is Your Child’s Treatment the Total Package?
Medication only treats the neurochemical deficiencies of attention deficit — we have to treat the...
ADHD News & Research
Research Review: Medications for ADHD Treatment – Efficacy, Side Effects, Safety
A recent and noteworthy research review published in The New England Journal of Medicine summarized...
Managing Treatment
Can You Stock Up on ADHD Medications During a Crisis?
To ensure a steady supply of ADHD medication while also practicing social distancing, ask your...
ADDitude ADHD Experts Podcast
Listen to “How to Optimize ADHD Medication to Achieve Better Symptom Management” with William Dodson, M.D.
Listen as William Dodson, M.D., explains how to work with your doctor to fine-tune your medication...