Archive for May, 2009



Fidgeting Helps ADHD Kids Focus

Thursday 28 May 2009 @ 4:05 pm

New study proves moving around boosts brain function…

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Stimulant Medications Not Working

Thursday 28 May 2009 @ 8:05 am

I’ve tried three different stimulant medications for ADHD and none has had any effect. Why…

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Concerta and High Blood Pressure

Wednesday 27 May 2009 @ 5:05 pm

My son’s doctor recently took him off of Concerta due to high blood pressure. Do…

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Being Big Pharma’s Guinea Pig

Wednesday 27 May 2009 @ 4:05 pm

A focus group meeting for attention deficit adults brought the good—free food, cash, an ADHD reunion—and the ugly—paperwork.

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Is It Inattentive ADHD? Or a Learning Disability?

Wednesday 27 May 2009 @ 4:05 pm

Problems with organization, focus, and time management often point to Inattentive Type ADHD. But sometimes Learning Disabilities are overlooked. How to tell what’s behind the symptoms…

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Ace Every Exam: ADHD Study Tips for Math, Essay, and Multiple-Choice Tests

Tuesday 26 May 2009 @ 3:05 pm

ADHD students dread the pressure and information overload of final exams. Use these specific tips to prepare wisely for and ace all of your multiple-choice, math, and essay tests at school.

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ADHD Treatment Tricks from Moms

Friday 22 May 2009 @ 2:05 pm

ADDitude asked its readers: What would you tell fellow parents whose children take ADHD medication?

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Can ADHD Medications Lower My Child’s IQ?

Friday 22 May 2009 @ 11:05 am

Could my son’s ADHD medication be lowering his IQ, while allowing him to focus?…

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New Study: Fish Oil Cuts ADHD Symptoms in Half

Friday 22 May 2009 @ 8:05 am

A new study out of Sweden concluded that a daily dose of fish oil can…

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Daytrana ‘Delay’ in the Mornings

Thursday 21 May 2009 @ 10:05 am

My son’s Daytrana patch doesn’t seem to ‘kick in’ until four hours after we apply…

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