Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Can Lithium in Water Supply Prevent Dementia?
The chances are good that you are exposed to some lithium almost every day of your life. That's because this natural element is plentiful in nature. It is found in rocks and soil all over the earth. T…
Did Generic Adderall Shortage Cause Amphetamine …
We have been reporting problems with generic Adderall (mixed amphetamines) for years. That's because readers have told us that some generic products are not working the way the brand name does to ease…
Show 1335: Visual Thinking and the Value of Neur…
This week, we talk with renowned author Temple Grandin. She reveals why she thinks visual thinking is underappreciated. Most importantly, she describes how we could change our educational system to be…
Does Acetaminophen During Pregnancy Lead to Cran…
Acetaminophen, the ingredient in Tylenol, is considered one of the safest drugs in the pharmacy. As a result, neither doctors nor patients worry about people taking acetaminophen during pregnancy. Tha…
Do You Know Someone Taking Stimulants for ADHD?
Many of my fellow pharmacists have watched the Netflix documentary about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder drugs (stimulants) called Take Your Pills. I decided to see what the hype was about an…
Do ADHD Drugs Help People with Alzheimer Disease…
Most of the medications currently used to treat Alzheimer disease work by increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain. This neurotransmitter is important, but it certainly is not the only chemical br…
Show 1237: Improving Your Mood With Food
Working from home during the pandemic has wrought havoc with a lot of healthy eating habits. It’s harder to shop safely, and minimizing time in the grocery store may mean people have stocked up on s…
EMF or Magnetic Field Radiation and ADHD in Kids
There has been a raging controversy about electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation for decades. Are there worrisome health effects from this kind of exposure? Many experts say do not worry. Others are no…
Don’t Count on Stimulants for Better Memor…
Have you ever wished you could take medicine like stimulants for better memory and sharper concentration? Sometimes people who feel they need their best mental performance in college or at work will t…
Failing After Switching from Concerta to Generic…
We first began to suspect the quality of generic drugs nearly two decades ago. That's because a mother complained to us about a generic form of the brand name Ritalin aka methylphenidate. She knew her…
Do Teens on Screens Have a Higher Risk of ADHD?
Are techy teenagers putting themselves at risk of ADHD? The answer, according to a new study published in JAMA, is maybe (JAMA, July 17, 2018). Social Media and the Risk of ADHD: There is a small but …
Show 1118: What You Should Know About Lithium
Lithium rich water from hot springs such as those at Lithia Springs, GA, have long been sought after for their healing properties. This element was used for decades to treat some forms of mental illne…
Show 1107: How to Manage ADHD Naturally
When a child is diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), many parents are faced with a difficult dilemma. They want their child to be able to focus in school and at home, but th…
How Risky Is Ritalin for Kids’ Hearts?
Parents often worry about the possible side effects of drugs prescribed for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Often they are reassured that there are no serious problems, but a new stud…
How Well Does Ritalin Work for ADHD?
For decades a mainstay in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, has been the stimulant drug Ritalin. It is also sold under the generic name methylphenidate and brand name…
ADHD Drug Daytrana Can Cause Permanent Disfiguri…
A "Drug Safety Communication" from the FDA (June 24, 2015) is alerting physicians, pharmacists and patients that the Daytrana skin patch containing the drug methylphenidate can cause permanent skin c…
Past Decade Sees Rise in ADHD
More children than ever before are being diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, (ADHD) according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Statistics indicate that around 6 …
ADHD Drugs Don’t Harm Kids’ Hearts
Drugs to treat attention difficulties do not increase the risk of heart problems in children and teenagers. Reports of several unexpected heart attacks and strokes in this age group in 2006 prompted t…
Does Pesticide Exposure Boost Risk of ADHD?
Several months ago, Harvard researchers reported a link between pesticides and the risk of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) in children. The kids with higher levels of pesticide breakdo…
Counseling Eases Symptoms of ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can persist into adulthood. It makes social interactions more complicated and can interfere with work. Medications may help, but often are inadequate to comple…
ADD Poses Back-to-School Challenge
For millions of families, back to school means shopping for new clothes and supplies, backpacks and lunch bags. For others the big question is which pill will go into the backpack.Experts estimate tha…
Attention Deficit Disorder Poses Dilemma
Parents are caught in a double bind when a child is diagnosed with ADD or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). On the one hand, they want to help their child focus and do well in school. T…
Attention Deficit Disorder Creates Dilemma
When a child is diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, a parent is put in a terrible bind. On the one hand, teachers may push for medications like Ritalin or Strattera. That's becaus…
Child May Benefit From New Drug For ADHD
Q. My son has ADHD. He was on Ritalin twice daily for about a month, but we had problems with mid-day "crashes." He is now taking Concerta. So far the results have been favorable, except for loss of a…