Dr Jonathon Preston Clinical guidelines for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) help clinicians, patients, and families make informed decisions about assessment and care. They are intended to support clinical judgment rather than replace it. Recommendations should be adapted to a person’s age, symptoms, functional difficulties, co-occurring conditions, preferences, and circumstances. Review diagnosis and treatment approaches to understand how clinical guidelines … Read more
An ADHD medication dosage chart can make unfamiliar treatment options easier to compare, but it cannot determine the right dose for a particular person. ADHD medicines differ by active ingredient, formulation, strength, onset, and duration. The appropriate choice and dose depend on the patient’s age, symptoms, previous treatment, medical history, other medicines, response, and side … Read more
Adderall, a combination of amphetamine salts, is prescribed to help manage attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). By increasing the activity of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine, it can improve attention, impulse control, executive function, and task persistence. Understanding ADHD medication choices can clarify how prescribed treatments may affect the brain over time. For some people, treatment … Read more
Telehealth psychiatry can make mental health care easier to reach for people enrolled in Medicaid, especially when transportation, distance, mobility, or provider shortages create barriers to in-person appointments. Depending on the state and Medicaid plan, patients may be able to receive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, psychotherapy, and follow-up care by secure video or, in some … Read more
Sharing a home with someone who has ADHD can bring warmth, creativity, and connection, but it can also create friction around chores, schedules, money, and communication. The most helpful approach is to understand how ADHD affects everyday tasks without reducing the person to a diagnosis. A supportive household combines practical systems with clear expectations, mutual … Read more
ADHD telehealth and online services can make assessment, treatment, and ongoing support more convenient for children, adolescents, and adults. Virtual care may reduce travel, make follow-up easier to schedule, and connect patients with clinicians who are not located nearby. Depending on the provider, online care may include evaluation, medication management, psychotherapy, behavioral support, ADHD coaching, … Read more
ADHD medication can help reduce problems with attention, impulsivity, and executive functioning, but finding an appropriate treatment plan usually takes time. The right prescription depends on a person’s symptoms, age, health history, daily schedule, other medications, and response to treatment. Medication is often most effective when combined with practical supports such as behavioral strategies, counseling, … Read more
Post-traumatic stress disorder can affect more than mood. Re-experiencing, avoidance, hyperarousal, sleep disruption, and trauma-related beliefs may interfere with attention, memory, relationships, and everyday responsibilities. Cognitive behavioral therapy for PTSD—often called PTSD CBT—offers a structured way to address these patterns and develop more effective ways of responding. Insights from PTSD CBT can also inform behavioral … Read more
Seeking an ADHD evaluation can be complicated, particularly when attention, behavior, learning, mood, or sleep concerns overlap. The Duke ADHD Clinic is described as a resource for children, adolescents, and adults who need a careful assessment and an individualized plan for managing ADHD and related challenges. The Duke ADHD Clinic also discusses co-occurring ADHD conditions … Read more
Vyvanse and Adderall are both prescription stimulant medications used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Because they belong to the amphetamine family, taking them together—or taking one soon after the other—can increase the total amount of stimulant in the body. This may increase side effects and, in some situations, create serious health risks. Understanding ADHD prescription … Read more
