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This week the American Heart Association (AHA) published guidelines recommending a screening EKG (electrocardiogram) before any child starts stimulant medication. This bold sweeping recommendation affects many children. However, this is not a new...
The use of medication for concerns with attention, impulsivity, staying on task and related issues among children with autistic spectrum disorders is very common. As with many medications, their use depends more on “target symptoms” rather than...Related topics and behaviors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)- The CDC estimates 4.4 million youth ages 4-17 have been diagnosed with ADHD by a healthcare professional and as of 2003 approximately 2.5 million youth are currently receiving medication treatment for the disorder. According to the United...Related topics and behaviors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Issues
- What have you guys heard about Syaptol? Are there any good success stories out there? I'm always a little leery about these drugs, but since its "all natural" it might be a good alternative! Related topics and behaviors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Biomedical Treatment, Medication Management
- I have a son who has been diagnosed with ADHD. I'm afraid to start him on forced medication for fear of possible drug problems down the line. Forcing stimulants on young children doesn't seem like a good idea! I know that there are...Related topics and behaviors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Medication Management
