ADHD Medication Options
EXPERT: Walt Karniski, M.D. The benefits of ADHD medication are well-documented: Children with ADHD are more likely to improve their focus and academic performance when receiving proper ADHD treatment. Effective […]
The Biology of ADHD and Medication Options for Treatment
EXPERT: Joseph Biederman, M.D.
ADHD is a biological condition characterized by symptoms of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Prescribed medication, including stimulants and non-stimulants, can have a positive effect in reducing ADHD symptoms in children and teens, as well as adults.
Why Adults with ADHD Abandon Medication — and How to Improve Treatment Outcomes
EXPERT: William Dodson, M.D., LF-APA
ADHD medication has been the cornerstone of ADHD treatment since the condition was first recognized more than a century ago. Yet the vast majority of adults who start ADHD medication stop taking it within a year. Find out why and what to do about it.