Resources and information for parents of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Originally, parents only had two ADHD medications, Ritalin and Adderall, to choose from, and they came in just a few dosages. Fortunately, there is now a much greater choice in ADHD medications, and each is available in a wide range of dosages. Learn about all of the different ADHD medications, from Adderall to Vyvanse, that are now available to treat children.
ADHD symptoms sometimes confuse parents, as they are often given ADHD checklists or questionnaires, which list symptoms. It can be a little easier to understand ADHD symptoms if you think about them as being grouped into three major categories, including children with inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
From diagnosis and testing to ADHD treatments, many parents get confused by all of the information, and much of the misinformation, available about ADHD. Review what you need to know about the symptoms, tests, and treatments for ADHD to help you parent your child with ADHD.
Submit your parenting tips for coping with common issues and problems that come with parenting a child with ADHD. What works for you?
Summertime can be a great time to think about your child's ADHD medication. Does your child need a medication adjustment, medication change, or a break from his ADHD medicine?
Does your child have ADHD? Use our symptom checklist to see if your child has symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Learn about the differences between the terms ADD and ADHD, and how each can be used to describe the type of ADHD symptoms a child has.
This policy statement from the AAP offers standarized guidelines for the treatment of school aged children with ADHD, including the use of stimulant medications and/or behavior therapy.
There are now many medicines that can be used to treat children with ADHD, including stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall, the non-stimulant Strattera, and second line medications, such as antidepressants, or clonidine, and guanfacine. Is your child taking the right medication to control his ADHD symptoms?
Review what to do if your child's ADHD medications, like Adderall, Concerta, or Strattera, isn't working to control his hyperactivity.
Learn more about the FDA black box drug warnings that have come out on antidepressants, eczema medicines, asthma medicines, and which may soon be added to ADHD drugs.
Review common scenarios that doctors and parents often encounter in treating children with ADHD, including appetite suppression, aggression, insomnia, or simply not getting good enough control of ADHD symptoms.
Focalin XR is a new extended release stimulant that can be used to treat children, teens, and adults with ADHD.
Review tips to help your special needs child with autism, ADHD, or depression, etc., get a good night's sleep.
What medicine does your child take for ADHD? Is it Ritalin, Adderall, Adderall XR, Ritalin LA, Metadate CD, Focalin, Concerta, Strattera, something else or nothing at all?
Review whether or not you have to give your child with ADHD his medicine on the weekends or if he can take a break.
Review whether or not a preschool age child who has a short attention span and is hyperactive has ADHD or if these are just normal behaviors at this age.
Should you continue your child's ADHD medicines during summer? Read about the factors to consider when making this decision, such as what side effects it is causing and whether or not it helps his overall functioning and quality of life.
Strattera is a new nonstimulant medication that has been approved for the treatment of ADHD in children and adults.
Review what one parent went through in getting his child diagnosed and treated for ADHD.
ADHD is a problem with inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or a combination. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ADD and ADHD.
Common misspellings for Adderall and Adderall XR, ADHD medicines for kids, include Adderol, Adderal and Aderall.
Information on every aspect of AD/HD, including diagnosis, treatment, alternative medicines, medication, practical advice, support.
A comprehensive guide to ADHD sites for parents of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
Ask a question (some for a fee) to many of the leading ADHD experts, including Edward Hallowell, M.D., Dr. Conners, and Dr. Russell A. Barkley. Plus review articles about ADHD, visit their discussion forums, or read transcripts from their conferences.
Girls with ADHD often just have problems paying attention and are usually not as hyperactive and disruptive as boys with ADHD, which can lead to underdiagnosis and undertreatment.
National Institue of Mental Health article on ADHD, with info on the symptoms of ADHD, causes and treatments.
Attention deficit disorder can cause children to have inattention and/or impulsiveness and hyperactivity. Learn about ADHD treatments, including the use of stimulants, like Concerta and Adderall XR, and Strattera.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is a non profit organization providing information on treating people with ADHD. Includes fact sheets with info on unproven treatments, medical management and educational rights of children with ADHD.
ClinicalTrials.gov - Linking Patients to Medical Research about Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity.
American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on diagnosing and evaluating children that are suspected of having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
National nonprofit organization focused on the needs of people with Attention Deficit Disorder, particularly adults and young adults.
'A national clearinghouse of information and resources concerning' attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, including diagnosis and treatment, dealing with systems, educational issues and living with AD/HD. Frequently asked questions include 'Is there a simple test to diagnose ADHD?' and 'What is Section 504?'
A set of free tools to help diagnose and treat children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, including parent and teacher assessment forms, follow up forms to monitor treatment, management plans, and medication comparison charts. Plus parenting tips and helping your child with ADHD sleep well.
A Top 10 list. These are the things that I wish all college students with ADHD knew about their medications when they arrived on campus.
Attention deficit disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood behavioral disorder, but it can be difficult to diagnose and even harder to understand. Read this article for imformation about what to do if your child has ADHD.
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