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Adhd Meds

We recently went to see an ADHD Dr for our recently diagnosed 9 yr old. I went in with a ton of questions, and received a lot of answers, but when we left the office I still feel unsure of the unknown. She provided us a list of medications (which is scary) but also know it's needed. Would anyone be willing to provide any real life experiences w

Suggestions on helping my 9 year old with ASD, ADHD, and ODD manage his anger and frustration.

Hi, I am new to this sight and would love some advice on how to help my child with his frustration and anger issues. He is 9 years old and has been dealing with this for a long time. He is currently on Abilify 10mg, Azstarys 52.3-10.4mg, and Lexepro 5mg. He has a lot of sensory issues as well. Auditory is a big one. When he was in kindergart

New ADHD Women Support Group

CHADD is pleased to announce our new support community, "ADHD Women Support" which can be found here on HealthUnlocked. CHADD's ADHD Women Support community is a space for women with ADHD to connect and support each other. Talking about the challenges you face as a woman with ADHD can be hard, but sometimes, there's nothing more helpful than talkin

Help with discipline

My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD at 6. She's now 8. I'm wondering what other parents have done as far as discipline and accountability. Note* she is medicated in the mornings 10mg which usually wears off when she gets home from school. I've tried natural consequence, a rewards system, educating, taking away privileges but they haven't been very

Don't medicate

My opinion and I love my children. I do have 1 problem children/kids should not have phones. We act like we all grow up this way. How many kids respect you. How many parents fear their kids. I know meds didn't help I feel like we need to look farther into the brain and how it fires! Just my opinion. Children need structure, rules, taught respect an

Why Small Habits Make a Big Difference to Your Health

When it comes to staying healthy, many of us think we need to make big changes. Quit sugar. Start running marathons. Go vegan overnight. But here’s the truth, lasting health starts with small, simple habits. And often, those small steps are the ones that stick. Let’s break down why. [b]1. Small changes are easier to maintain[/b] It’s much easier

Meds and texture issues

School blocking ADHD student advanced level courses

Support Your Child with ADHD Through Transitions

Help Your Child Build Their ADHD Toolkit: Navigating Transitions Presented by CHADD, in partnership with Belmont Charter High School https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH4NDCA4hYQ Liseth Health Information Specialist CHADD's National Resource Center on ADHD CHADD.org

Gene test for adhd

Our 6yr old had the gene sight test and it revealed that he would have significant side effects with any stimulant medication. His Dr prescribed him Methylphenidate anyway... It work for a short time but then we noticed he stopped eating and had a major rebound of adhd symptoms when the drug wore off. It has helped with his aggressive behavior and

"Normal" after years of ADHD "normal"

Hey y'all I just joined because I need some advice / insight / opinions. My man, 44, has been diagnosed with ADHD as a kid and never aged out of it. When we met six years ago he had long since ditched his prescribed Ritalin and was "self-medicating" with Chrystal Meth. I'll readily admit that it was working, but it nevertheless scared the shit ou

New ADHD Women Support Group

CHADD is pleased to announce our new support community, "ADHD Women Support" which can be found here on HealthUnlocked. CHADD's ADHD Women Support community is a space for women with ADHD to connect and support each other. Talking about the challenges you face as a woman with ADHD can be hard, but sometimes, there's nothing more helpful than talkin

Free parenting conference beginning 4/10

Free online conference beginning tomorrow for parents and there are specific chats on adhd…just wanted to share, as I’ve attended previously and they have been super helpful! conference.HappilyFamily.com

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Hands Off Proud

I'm proud to have joined the protestors at the Fayetteville Ar Hands Off march! I personally marched for justice reform, and the acknowledgement of ADA Rights that are being ignored in Arkansas.

High stress situation help

Hi, does anyone have tips on how to handle anxiety and anger/ other overwhelming emotions during a high stress situation? It's a situation that would be high stress for neurotypical people as well. I'll be put on the spot with questions during this time and am fearful of my emotions taking over and not being able to respond in a logical, calm, inte

Startled

diagnosed as an adult. On medication- working fairly well. Question- when I get startled I usually jump a mile or yell. It makes my husband of over 20 eyars crazy. if the dog is next to me and he suddenly barks- I scream and its downhill form there. It occurred to me last week that maybe this was related to my ADHD.. when I am focussed- I am foc

Accurate Diagnosis vs. Subjective understanding

I have lived with ADHD all my life (69 years). In my professional life as a clinician, I had the good fortune of working closely with psychiatrists and others skilled in the DSM. ADHD has historically taken various ups and downs based on my experience (not always consistent with science and statistics). For instance, during my experience working

Is this an ADHD trait?

I’m currently awaiting diagnosis to confirm but it’s highly likely I have the inattentive ADHD subtype. One thing I really struggle with in conversations or interviews, is when I am asked to give a specific like a favourite movie for example. It’s like my brain forgets every movie that has ever existed. However, if someone is talking about their fa

Self Acceptance is Key

I was born in 1955 and lived with a supportive two-parent, six-sibling family. I didn't know anything about mental health diagnoses. We lived on a family farm, then moved to the town next door, and my father started a family business. I knew I was different from everybody else and never considered that difference. I took on the task and expectation