Medication for ADD/ADHD: Non-Stimulant Alternatives
March 26, 2007 by
The most common and, for awhile, considered the most effective medication type for treating Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is with the use of a stimulant medication. Some of the most common stimulants prescribed for patients today are
Ritalin, Adderall and Concerta. While these medications have proven very effective for ADD/ADHD treatment, some doctors are hesitant to prescribe them (and some patients reluctant to take) due to certain side effects and potential risks. Not only can the stimulant medications cause insomnia and loss of appetite but the drugs can be potentially habit forming and addictive, as they are controlled substances.
Fortunately, though, time and extensive research have allowed for alternatives to treatment with stimulants for ADD or ADHD. A few of them are explored in brief, below.
Provigil (Modafanil)
Fortunately, though, time and extensive research have allowed for alternatives to treatment with stimulants for ADD or ADHD. A few of them are explored in brief, below.
Provigil (Modafanil)
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