Treatment & Medication

ADHD Evaluation vs. Medication Consultation: Which Appointment Do You Need?

An ADHD evaluation and a medication consultation can both be part of care, but they answer different questions. Choosing the […]

Can You Get ADHD Treatment If You Were Diagnosed by Another Provider?

Can a new provider continue ADHD treatment after another clinician diagnosed you? Sometimes, but the new provider must review the […]

Treatment & Medication

Kapvay vs. Intuniv for ADHD: What Is the Difference?

Kapvay and Intuniv are extended-release alpha-2 adrenergic medicines used in ADHD treatment, but they contain different active ingredients. Kapvay contains […]

Treatment & Medication

What Happens During an ADHD Medication Side-Effect Review?

What happens when ADHD medication causes side effects? A clinician reviews the timing, severity, dose, formulation, other medicines, sleep, meals, […]

Treatment & Medication

Dexedrine vs. Adderall for ADHD: What Is the Difference?

Dexedrine and Adderall are prescription stimulant options, but they are different products with different amphetamine compositions and formulations. They should […]

Treatment & Medication

Focalin vs. Dexedrine for ADHD: How Do They Compare?

Focalin and Dexedrine are stimulant medications used in ADHD care, but they contain different active ingredients and are not interchangeable. […]

Treatment & Medication

Dyanavel XR vs. Vyvanse for ADHD: How Do They Compare?

Dyanavel XR and Vyvanse are extended-release stimulant options, but they use different amphetamine formulations and may feel different from one […]

Treatment & Medication

What ADHD Medication Titration Means and Why It Takes Time

Medication titration is the process of adjusting an ADHD medicine to find a balance between meaningful benefit and acceptable side […]

Treatment & Medication

Evekeo vs. Adderall for ADHD: What Is the Difference?

Evekeo and Adderall are prescription stimulant options that contain amphetamine products, but they are not identical formulations. A medication comparison […]

Treatment & Medication

What Happens If an ADHD Evaluation Is Inconclusive?

Does an inconclusive ADHD evaluation mean your difficulties are not real? No. It means the available information did not support […]