Treatment & Medication
ADHD treatment options, medication, and therapy.
Treatment & Medication
Daytrana Patch vs. Oral ADHD Medication: What’s the Difference?
Daytrana is one of the less commonly discussed ADHD treatment options — a methylphenidate patch worn on the skin rather […]
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How ADHD Providers Screen for Substance Use Before Prescribing Stimulants
Before prescribing a stimulant, responsible ADHD providers screen for substance use history — not as an accusation, but as a […]
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Signs an ADHD Medication Is the Wrong Fit
Not every disappointing medication experience means the dose needs adjusting — sometimes the medication itself, not the amount, is the […]
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Myth: You Should Eventually Grow Out of Needing ADHD Medication
The myth: If ADHD medication is working, you should be able to eventually stop needing it — staying on it […]
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Is It Safe to Drink Alcohol on ADHD Medication?
Is it safe to drink alcohol on ADHD medication? It depends on the medication and the amount, but the combination […]
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Mydayis vs. Adderall XR: What’s the Difference?
Mydayis and Adderall XR are both extended-release amphetamine formulations built to reduce the need for a midday redose — but […]
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Myth: ADHD Medication Changes Your Personality
The myth: ADHD medication changes who you are — turning you into a flatter, less “you” version of yourself. The […]
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Can You Take ADHD Medication As Needed Instead of Daily?
Can you take ADHD medication as needed instead of daily? For some medications and some patients, yes — but it […]
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Guanfacine vs. Clonidine for ADHD: What’s the Difference?
Guanfacine and clonidine are both non-stimulant options for ADHD that work through a different mechanism than either stimulants or medications […]
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Strattera vs. Wellbutrin for ADHD: What’s the Difference?
Strattera and Wellbutrin are both non-stimulant options sometimes used for ADHD, but they come from different drug classes entirely and […]