ADHD
Pearls
Adult ADHD: Tips for an accurate diagnosis
With the diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on the rise and a surge in prescriptions to treat the disorder leading to...
From the Journals
Long-term use of ADHD meds and CVD risk: New data
“Clinicians should be vigilant in monitoring signs and symptoms of cardiovascular diseases, particularly among those receiving higher doses.”
Evidence-Based Reviews
Adult ADHD: A sensible approach to diagnosis and treatment
These steps can help ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal outcomes.
Savvy Psychopharmacology
Managing psychotropic-induced hyperhidrosis
Ms. K, age 32, presents to the psychiatric clinic for a routine follow-up. Her history includes agoraphobia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity...
From the Journals
Narcolepsy med shows early promise for adult ADHD
Solriamfetol is a dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor that shares some of the properties of current ADHD medications.
From the Journals
ADHD rates holding steady in U.S. children
The estimated ADHD prevalence remains “high” and “further investigation is warranted to assess potentially modifiable risk factors and provide...
Evidence-Based Reviews
Adult ADHD: 6 studies of nonpharmacologic interventions
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention, impulsivity, and...
From the Journals
Surge in pediatric ADHD med errors prompts call for prevention
The most common scenario was “inadvertently taken or given medication twice.”
Commentary
Can a decrease in dopamine lead to binge eating?
Often, the strong urge to binge subsides rapidly once ADHD is properly treated.
Evidence-Based Reviews
ADHD in older adults: A closer look
A thoughtful evaluation can ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment.
Commentary
More on prescribing controlled substances
I was disheartened with the June 2023 issue of Current Psychiatry. This issue included “Optimizing benzodiazepine treatment of anxiety disorders...