Treatment Options
Many people respond to traditional treatments, like stimulant medications, while others choose alternative options, like diet and food supplements.
ADD Medication Benefits and Risks 
Any medication can cause side effects, allergies or an adverse reaction. Not all side effects are necessarily negative, as some side effects allow the FDA to approve a medication for a secondary use. ADD Visual Acuity, Eye Health, & Binocularity
Have you had your child's eyesight or vision checked recently? Do you know if they have good visual acuity? Do their eyes track binocularly or work independent of each other? Find out how a good eye exam might help improve ones focus and ability to concentrate. Alternative Treatments for ADD/ADHD [offsite link]
There are alternative treatments to manage ADD. Commonly Prescribed Medications for ADD
Ritalin is a commonly prescribed medication, often used for ADD, ADHD, or narcolepsy. Ritalin use involving ADD or ADHD remains an emotional and often controversial subject. Read this article to find out the current trends of Ritalin use and abuse. Drug Holidays and ADD Medication
A long time ago, the professional opinion believed children taking stimulant medications needed these drug holidays to prevent drug tolerance and to allow a child’s body to catch up in the normal growth cycle. You decide if drug holidays are necessary or not. Insomnia and ADD
ADHD and sleeping problems are common. What can you do to get more sleep? Involuntary Motor Tics and ADD
Would you recognize a facial tic or a motor involuntary tic if you saw one on your child? Does your child make repetitive noises and movements such as clearing his throat or constantly licking his lips? Your child may have a complex or simple motor tic. Find out how to recognize tics.
Medicating ADD Children
To medicate or not to medicate that is a difficult question for a parent with a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder. Choosing whether to medicate a child regardless of the reason is always a difficult decision for a parent. Medication Chart To Treat ADD [offsite link]
Some of the drugs commonly used in the treatment of ADD are included in this chart which provides information such as dosing, side effects, and duration of action. Proper Disposal of Medication
Pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and drug manufacturers all recommended extra medication be disposed of properly to avoid any accidental and intentional misuse or overdose once the doctor has stopped that medication. How does one properly dispose of unneeded medication? Stimulant Medication May Affect Teen Driving
Research shows ADD/ADHD teens are 2 to 4 times more likely to have an accident than non-ADD teens, and recently the University of Virginia determined the type of stimulant medication an ADD/ADHD teen uses may increase/decrease the teen’s chance of having an accident. Read my article to see why. The DSM-IV
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) is the essential manual for diagnosing and treating mental illness. Do you understand DSM-IV multi-axis system? If not please read my article. The Feinngold Program [offsite link]
Some parents consider it too radical of a change, or find other reasons not to try the Feingold Program. Many people have had success with changing their ADD child´s diet. The Placebo Effect
What happens to the adults in a child's life, if a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (AD/HD) is thought to be medicated with a stimulant but in reality is receiving a placebo? Read my article to find out. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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