ADHD

The American Psychiatric Association (APA), which publishes the DSM, has for the first time given credence to adult ADHD, dispelling any lingering beliefs that it is only a child and adolescent disorder. Here are several potential warning signs for adults which may indicate that an ADHD evaluation is in order.     […]

It is obvious that in multiple milieu (school, play, home) it appears impossible for your child to sit and focus without becoming easily distracted and inattentive within even just a few minutes The child has much difficulty following directions, and playing by the rules – for example, when “quiet play” is required The child is shunned and possibly is being treated like a pariah by teachers, peers and even family members because he or she is so difficult to be [...]

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder first established its fad status in the mid-1980s and then into the 90s as a diagnosis with childhood onset. As a fad pioneer, it gave way to runaway bipolar diagnosis in youth, but now appears to have made a comeback. […]

Quillivant XR establishes itself as the first, once-daily, extended-release formulation of liquid methylphenidate for ADHD. In simple terms this is a long-acting liquid Ritalin. I like this product and believe that it will serve its users well for these reasons: […]

Eight-year-old Megan’s mother called me last week. The purpose of her call was to set up a consultation whereby I would offer medication options for Megan’s “ADHD.” I wasn’t asked to assess the child for ADHD – Julie, Megan’s mother, merely wanted to discuss the range of drug options and which one(s) would be most suitable for her daughter. […]