Advice RE: ADHD son with serious struggles

tortoise
Sat, 13 Apr 2013 12:19:57 +0000

calla1, one other item that ought to be addressed: You mentioned that many of the medications used to treat ADD/ADHD can themselves create addictions. Yes, when they are misused–which includes “prescribed” use on individuals who do not have ADD/ADHD. But ADD/ADHD brains are wired differently than “normal” brains, and so respond to stimulant medications differently.

Think of it this way: If amphetamine-based medication calms you down, your brain is different than most people’s brain; if the stuff amps you up, you do not have ADD/ADHD and should not be taking it.