Stimulant for ADHD

This medication guide is a must-read for parents of children with ADHD. It addresses all concerns of drug treatment and provides a list of resources, fact sheets and recommended reading.

Explore the features on this Web site to become more familiar with ADHD medications. Be sure to check out the video on the ADHD patch, which delivers medication at a constant rate throughout the day.

This short video briefly describes available treatments for ADHD: Stimulant medications, non-stimulant medications, behavior therapy and parenting techniques.

This nicely-designed Web site has it all: Information on stimulant and non-stimulant medications for ADHD, their side effects and even related links. A great place to start!

ADHD and bipolar disorder can present similarly in children. In fact, many adolescents have a dual diagnosis; find out more about the similarities and differences.

This consistently updated resource is a great place to get current information on the symptoms, possible causes and treatments of ADHD.

This touching video gives a glimpse into the lives of families struggling with childhood mental illness, including ADHD, autism and major depression.

This great video brings together children with ADHD, their parents and clinicians for a frank discussion of the disorder and treatment options.

Watch the full-length video, or pick and choose individual clips. Getting Treatment discusses both pharmacological and behavior therapies.

Concerned about stimulant medications for your child with ADHD? Many parents have questions; click here and make an informed decision about your child's treatment.

Are we turning our kids into drug addicts by given them speed (stimulants for ADHD)? Studies actually suggest the opposite; explore the possibilities with this article.

This slightly older documentary addresses the controversy surrounding the substantial increase in ADHD diagnosis and treatment with stimulant medication. What's the real motivation?

Recent research has shown that children who take Ritalin, a stimulant medication for ADHD, are shorter and lighter than other children. Are the benefits worth the risks? Talk to your child's doctor.

A recent study reported that high doses of Ritalin changed the neurochemistry and structure of rat brains, but it's still unclear if these changes are beneficial or harmful to humans.

Anti-depressants and Strattera, a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, are sometimes used to treat ADHD. Learn more with this article.