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Chris asks… What kinds of questions are on an ADHD test? I’m just wondering if the questions are more directed at your experience like “do you fidget in class?” or are more like please read the colors of the following words? barry jennings answers: My son has ADHD, and some of the questions I get [...]
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Charles asks… Can ADHD can be caused by Child Abuse? hey guys… im kinda wondering i has been diagnostis as ADHD and During that time I had a rough time in my life and soo that rough time which is abuse soo I am kinda wondering that Could Child abuse cause ADHD? I know ADHD [...]
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James asks… What Diet Pills would be good to take to supplement ADHD meds? I already take stimulants for my ADHD which already reduce my appetite and boost my metabolism/energy. This has not helped me lose weight, it has only taught me to eat when I am not hungry. I am looking for a safe [...]
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Charles asks… A question on ‘Gifted’ children? I recently read a question that mentioned “Dabrowskis Overexcitabilities in Gifted Children” and then went on to find another website called the NAGC (or something to that effect). If I’m correct in assuming so, why is there any such research to suggest that a group of naturally talented/gifted [...]
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Carol asks… What specialist is best for treatment of pediatric ADHD? My 5-year-old child has been diagnosed with ADHD. He has been seeing a psychologist, and his pediatrician has been trying to manage the ADHD with medication. I would like to get a second opinion on the treatment plan from a specialist, but I don’t [...]
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Chris asks… Can ADHD be cured by constant Mute? I cannot find anything on this! I know there are different situations where it is deemed unacceptable for someone who is capable of speaking to refuse to speak…also known as selective mute! I wanted to know medically what could happen to someone maybe at the age [...]
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Linda asks… How many of you have kids on meds for ADHD or other disorders? Did you try other treatments (such as total diet overhaul) before putting them on meds? barry jennings answers: Our youngest son has ADHD, ODD, bi-polar and schizophrenia. We have tried many things over the years. He’s now 14 and got [...]
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Jenny asks… ADHD medication Vyvanse? I was switched to Vyvanse. I was on concerta but i think the stimulant wasnt strong enough in concerta. they say vyvanse has stronger stimulant qualities which should help my ADHD more. anyone have any info on this new adhd medication? i think it came out just this year and [...]
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Betty asks… Does anyone have any personal experience or knowledge about the effectiveness of ADHD meds in 5-yr-olds? We’re considering a trial run of meds for my 5-yr-old’s ADHD. My instinct is to oppose it, but he’s having a REALLY hard time, and I’m worried that he’ll come to hate school and learning because even [...]
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Charles asks… Permantly Curing mental illnesses through surgery!? I would like to say someday as always we will find a way in the future to cure what some would consider worse than cancer! With me having A.D.D and having to take adderall, which raises anxiety levels and causes need for counteractive drugs for that as [...]
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