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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristics of ADHD in AdultsMedications for ADHDSide Effects of ADD MedicationSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics of ADHD in Adults Medications for ADHD Side Effects of ADD Medication Summary Close What is the most important information I should know about ADD medication?Stimulant medications have a risk of dependence and addiction, so always take your ADHD medicine as directed.Talk to your doctor if you have another mental health condition, medical condition, substance use disorder, or are taking an MAOI....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsADD vs. ADHDADD DiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics ADD vs. ADHD ADD Diagnosis Treatment Close Without proper support and accommodation, people with ADHD may struggle with tasks like paying attention to instructions, focusing on schoolwork, keeping up with assignments, following instructions, and completing tasks. In theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), this condition is officially known as “attentional deficit/hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive presentation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding the Side Effects of AdderallWhat Detachment Feels LikeSigns of Emotional DetachmentHow to Cope with Emotional Detachment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding the Side Effects of Adderall What Detachment Feels Like Signs of Emotional Detachment How to Cope with Emotional Detachment Close When you’re faced with a stressful situation, such as finals or a frustrated partner, you may find yourself detaching emotionally....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Adderall?Side Effects in MalesManaging Side EffectsAdderall Warnings and InteractionsSummaryFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Adderall? Side Effects in Males Managing Side Effects Adderall Warnings and Interactions Summary Frequently Asked Questions Close What is the most important information I should know about Adderall (dextroamphetamine/amphetamine)?You should not take Adderall if:you are allergic or hypersensitive to dextroamphetamine or amphetamine; oryou have taken an MAOI in the previous 14 days; oryou have glaucoma, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, or a history of substance use....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdderall TongueMain CausesTreatment and PreventionOther Adderall Side EffectsMore About AdderallFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Adderall Tongue Main Causes Treatment and Prevention Other Adderall Side Effects More About Adderall FAQs Close Adderall, a commontreatment for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD), can cause side effects in the mouth and on the tongue. These effects are referred to collectively as Adderall tongue. Learn more about its causes, symptoms, remedies, and prevention....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They WorkSide EffectsPotential for AbuseAddiction and WithdrawalThe Bottom Line Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Work Side Effects Potential for Abuse Addiction and Withdrawal The Bottom Line Close Adderall and Concerta are two prescription medications that can be prescribed forattention-deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) andnarcolepsy. Although these medicines have some similarities, they have a few differences as well. Here’s what you need to know about Adderall vs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdderall vs. StratteraHow Strattera and Adderall WorkADHD Treatment ChoicesForms and DosagesSide EffectsRisk of AbuseWithdrawalBlack Box WarningFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Adderall vs. Strattera How Strattera and Adderall Work ADHD Treatment Choices Forms and Dosages Side Effects Risk of Abuse Withdrawal Black Box Warning Frequently Asked Questions Close What is the most important information I should know about Adderall and Strattera?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTriggering DepressionTreatmentCoping and ReliefWarningsLong-Term TreatmentResources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Triggering Depression Treatment Coping and Relief Warnings Long-Term Treatment Resources Adderall withdrawal can happen if you stop taking your ADHD medication. Dependence on the medication can happen to anyone who has been using it for an extended period of time, even people who take it exactly as directed. If you suddenly stop taking Adderall, it may lead to what is often referred to as an Adderall “crash....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesEffectsOverdose RiskTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Effects Overdose Risk Treatment Methamphetamine is sometimes prescribed—in low doses—to treat mental health conditions like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and as a short-term component in weight-loss treatments for obese people who are unable to lose weight.In fact, it is a man-made drug that was originally developed in the early 20th century for medical purposes and was used as a nasal decongestant in inhalers to treat respiratory conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPros and ConsManaging MedicationSkipping a Dose Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pros and Cons Managing Medication Skipping a Dose Close What is the most important information I should know about Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) for children?Drug holidays can be a way to balance the benefits of Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) while managing side effects.Do not skip medication or change dosages without talking to your doctor first....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow ADHD and Anger are ConnectedOppositional Defiant DisorderHow to Help Your ChildAnger in Adult ADHD Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How ADHD and Anger are Connected Oppositional Defiant Disorder How to Help Your Child Anger in Adult ADHD Close ADHD and anger can be connected, and somekids with ADHDexperience frequent outbursts of anger. Adults with ADHD may also experience anger and irritability as well....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRisks Associated With ADHD and DrivingStrategies to Help Reduce ADHD and Driving Risks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Risks Associated With ADHD and Driving Strategies to Help Reduce ADHD and Driving Risks Close Research has shown that teenagers and adults withattention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)tend to be at an increased risk of driving impairments. This is not surprising given the coresymptoms of ADHD—including distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness—which can impede safe driving and often lead to severe accidents....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEffectsChallengesImproving FriendshipsMaintaining FriendshipsThe Bottom Line Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Effects Challenges Improving Friendships Maintaining Friendships The Bottom Line Close One of the best ways to find happiness in your life is through close friendships. But if you haveattention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may already know that finding and maintaining these friendships can be a lot harder than it sounds. The first step in improving your friendships is understanding how your symptoms affect them....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow ADHD Affects RelationshipsProblems That EmergeDestructive PatternsTips That Can Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How ADHD Affects Relationships Problems That Emerge Destructive Patterns Tips That Can Help Close If you are married to someone who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you may notice that it affects your relationship in a number of ways. However, it is important to recognize that this goes both directions....