The importance of being proactive and well-informed when prescribed a new medication cannot be overstated. Asking the right questions can help you better understand the medication’s purpose, how to take it correctly, and what results to expect. If medication is not a palatable option, ask whether there are alternatives.
If you’re looking for a complementary health practitioner to help treat a medical problem, it is important to be as careful and thorough in your search as you are when looking for conventional care.
For some, ADHD medication can help reduce symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, allowing individuals to focus better, be less impulsive, and complete tasks more efficiently. However, medication does not cure ADHD and may not work for everyone. Monitoring symptoms and tracking progress are essential to determine whether the medication is effective.
The purpose of this fact sheet is to help you make an informed decision about complementary health products and practices.
We’ll explore when medication is recommended, the benefits and drawbacks of medication, alternatives to medication, potential side effects, how to find the right medication and dosage, and how to make the decision to try or reject medication.
Children with ADHD are more likely than peers to be deficient in levels of certain minerals and fatty acids.
One recent study found that college students adhered to only 53% of prescribed ADHD medication doses, with the lowest rates of among first-year students. Developing a more complete understanding for why many new college students don’t adhere to their prescribed medication regime could helpful promote more consistent adherence.
Some psychotropic medications can interfere with a person’s ability to regulate heat and their awareness that their body temperature is rising.
