ADHD Weekly 2016-06-16

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Is Genetic Screening the Right Choice for You or Your Child?

What if a simple cheek swab could tell you if you have ADHD or the potential for another health condition? What if the same swab could collect information that helps you find the right medication and the right dose of that medication without the trial-and-error most people diagnosed with ADHD have to usually go through?…



Does Your Child Need a New ADHD Evaluation?

As your young teen looks forward to high school, have you considered when might be a good time for a new evaluation for ADHD? Children diagnosed in elementary school, especially during the first years, could benefit from a new ADHD evaluation. Symptom levels can change over the years and co-occurring conditions can either develop or…



Making a PCS Move When Your Child Has ADHD

While most families are enjoying the summer holiday, you may be among the many military families making a permanent change of station, or PCS, move. Moving means a new state or country, a new home, and new schools for your children. For families affected by ADHD, a PCS includes finding new medical professionals and transferring…



Will ADHD Symptoms Improve with Marijuana?

Question: We live in a state that has legalized medical marijuana. Our young adult son wants to discontinue his stimulant medication and use marijuana to treat his ADHD symptoms. Is this a good idea? ~Parents in Pennsylvania Answer: When it comes to your son’s health and the treatment of ADHD to improve his life, marijuana…