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An in-depth look at Ritalin, powerful drug in the same class as cocaine that's commonly prescribed to young children with ADHD, a "disorder" no medical test can detect.

For approximately 2.5 million children with ADD/ADHD, the prescription drug Ritalin is said to be helpful, even though it has been something of a controversial topic over the years. Now, the prescription is being used by teenagers as a recreational drug.

What life is like on ADHD stimulant medications as well as a few answers to the most commonly asked questions about stimulant medications such as Ritalin and Adderall.

There is a lot of hype and controversy surrounding the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD. Get the facts about this common illness.

ADD and ADHD are disorders that carry a host of social and behavioral symptoms that are disruptive to the patients' lives. This article will explore the effectiveness of acupuncture as a complementary therapy for the treatment of ADD and ADHD.

When it comes to ADD/ADHD, a quick fix is available--Ritalin. In an increasingly obese, Prozac-numbed, ten-second attention span of a society such as ours, the potentially dangerous drug Ritalin is being over-prescribed and over-used.

Children with impulse control issues such as those with ADD/ADHD are not a reflection of bad parenting and trusting in science does not mean you are a weak parent. Learn from my experiences for a smoother family life and more successes for your child.

This article details the work of Dr. Amen who is the premier clinician in the field for ADD.

This is a paper examining research concerning ADHD and focuses on the medicalization of society.

An overview of some non-stimulant medication alternatives for treating Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD).

A thorough product comparison of Adderall and Adderall XR alternative, two medicines of Shires Pharmaceuticals that have been successful in treating Attention Deficit ADHD. A look at the two from a personal account.

ADHD can be a very painful condition to live with. It can limit the sufferer's ability to maintain meaningful social interactions with others and can severely affect his ability to follow through on projects or assignments.

The study suggests that children of divorced or single parents are almost twice as likely to need Ritalin then the children of parents that have stayed together.

Last April the FDA approved the first and only ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) patch, Daytrana. It contains, methylphenidate, the same drug that is present in popular ADHD medications, Ritalin and Concerta.

Since the early 1990's, prescription drugs used for the treatment of ADHD has literally quintupled. In 2007, roughly 6.5 million children (one out of every 8) will take some form of methylphenidate drugs to treat their "behavioral disorder".

This article discusses different treatment options parents should consider when their child is diagnosed with ADD or ADHD.

Dr. Benjamin Feingold found that food allergies could cause an allergic reaction that causes ADD/ADHD. If you child stops eating food with additives along with sugar and caffeine, s/he may be able to stop taking drugs.

Keeping a child with ADD/ADHD focused and on track throughout the day just became easier! Use this guide to help you keep your sanity while homeschooling your ADD/ADHD child.

Physicians are frequently prescribing ADHD medication to patients who display symptoms of inattention. The increased number of diagnoses is causing individuals illicitly to use ADHD medication like Ritalin and Adderall, which puts them at risk for addiction.

For children who live with ADHD, the use of stimulant medications may not be effective. Instead, the use of non-stimulants, such as Atomoxetine, have shown promising results.

More and more children are being medicated for hyper activity illnesses. Schools are requiring an alarming number of students to take the nervous system stimulant Ritalin. With this rise in the use of high powered drugs, what is the risk for children who are misdiagnosed?

Since 1990, Ritalin abuse amongst teenagers and college students has steadily increased. Ironically, some of the more detrimental side effects of Ritalin are what it makes it so desirable as a recreational drug.

Most Americans are stimulant users, whether they consume diet pills or coffee, for extra energy. What most don't know is that excessive use of these stimulants can cause adrenal fatigue, which can cause adverse health effects.

Ritalin is a stimulant with the same addictive qualities as cocaine. When teenagers are selling their pills, two problems result. One child is abusing substances, and one child is not getting proper medical treatment.

This article discusses ADHD and medications that treat ADHD. The main focus is a new medication called Strattera and how it differs from the other ADHD medication already on the market.

Drug abuse for many high school and college students is turning to the abuse of prescription stimulants.

Some medicines used to treat attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are called psychostimulants, according to one website.

Modafinil's profile can't be matched up with other conventional stimulants. Here I discuss research showing just how different Modafinil is.

Many of us have heard about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly referred to as ADHD, but few truly understand what this disease is and what the various forms of treatment are.

For teenagers and adults the effects of Ritalin are the same as that of Cocaine, the only difference is that Ritalin is easy to buy and less expensive. It has become to poor man's Coke.

Is your child at risk for stimulant abuse?

Featuring strong stimulant properties and a bitter earthy flavor, yerba mate tea is a celebrated, integral aspect of some South American cultures. But recently, scientists have begun to consider whether there a link between yerba mate tea and cancer.

The use of illegal prescription drugs by teenagers is on the rise. Prescription drugs such as Ritalin and Dexedrine can be extremely dangerous to teens. Parents are the frontline of defense.

Many believe diet pills are the magic bullet, rather supplement, that will solve their weight problems. They fail to realize that diet pills have numberous physical and psychological effects, and can even be life-threatening.

Instead of diagnosing and solving physical problems, doctors nowadays label symptoms as diseases and disorders and prescribe drugs to cover them up. Meanwhile, drug companies "educate" doctors using biased studies and get rich off the profits.

Americans who suffer with even "light" or minor depression may actually be about six times more likely to progress into a serious depressive episode than not.

Al is one of a growing number of people harmed through self-medicating made possible through Internet-based Web "pharmacies" that act more like prescription drug mills. More Americans are bypassing the usual routine to order potent drugs for themselves.

Learn if you have Adult attention deficit disorder and how it can be treated

Many people believe that ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is a joke that its an excuse and not really A medical condition at all. This article is a true story of my life and my battle with ADD.

We hear a lot about attention deficit disorder (better known as ADD) in kids. But some people, it's not until they reach adulthood that even realize they struggle with ADD.

Adult Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder today, is the affliction most prevalent. And Pharma companies avdily promote their medications, long term effects of which are not really known. Another approach to the problem....

If you are concerned about the behavior and ability to maintain attention or concentration exhibited by yourself or someone you love, you may want to check out the signs and symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder.

Attention Deficit Disorder is grossly over-diagnosed causing unnecessary drug interactions, labeling, and other unnecessary acts to occur.

Many Americans are sufferers of what is known as "Attention Deficit Disorder." This condition is one that affects every aspect of one's life if not treated. Medication may not be the best way to treat Attention Deficit Disorder. Simplify your life.

It seems that thousands if not millions of american children are now being diagnosed with A.D.D (attention deficit disorder) or various forms of Autism ranging in severity. It also seems to be occuring in alarming proportions anymore.

Adult Attention Deficit Disorder is a disorder which affects millions of Americans and it comes out in their finances. Learn how you can mitigate it and get your finances back on track.

ADD, standing for Attention Deficit Disorder, and ADHD, standing for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, represents that your child acts in a certain way. What are ADD/ ADHD though?

Although the results of the pilot study are preliminary and more research is needed, the outcome of the study strongly suggests that patients suffering from attention deficit and concentration problems will likely benefit from chiropractic care.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a psychological disorder that affects 2.6 million school-aged children and 2-5 million adults. About 1% to 3% of school-aged children has the full ADHD syndrome without symptoms of other disorders.