Dr Jonathon Preston Online psychiatric care can make evaluation and ongoing treatment more accessible, including for people seeking help with ADHD. However, whether an online psychiatrist can prescribe a controlled medication depends on the clinician’s qualifications, the patient’s location, the medication involved, and the federal and state rules that apply at the time of treatment. Patients seeking online … Read more
Adderall can be an effective treatment for ADHD, but its stimulant effects may affect the cardiovascular system. People with high blood pressure, heart disease, or other risk factors may need additional screening and closer follow-up before and during treatment. A diagnosis of hypertension does not automatically rule out stimulant therapy, but the decision should be … Read more
Yes. Many pediatricians can evaluate children for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), diagnose straightforward cases, and prescribe ADHD medication. Pediatricians are often the first clinicians families consult when a child has difficulty paying attention, managing impulses, or functioning at home and school. Understanding prescription options can help parents discuss ADHD treatment choices and refill requirements with their … Read more
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is diagnosed through a comprehensive clinical evaluation, not through a single brain scan. SPECT imaging has nevertheless been used in research and in some complex clinical situations to study patterns of brain blood flow associated with attention, impulse control, and executive function. Understanding what a SPECT scan can contribute—and where its limits … Read more
Why some ADHD medicines are taken at night Medication timing can affect both ADHD symptom control and sleep. Stimulants are generally scheduled earlier in the day because taking them too late may increase alertness and make it harder to fall asleep. Some nonstimulant medicines, however, may be prescribed in the evening because they can be … Read more
Rejection sensitive dysphoria, usually shortened to RSD, describes an unusually intense emotional response to rejection, criticism, perceived failure, or the possibility of being judged. The reaction may involve shame, humiliation, sadness, anger, or a strong desire to withdraw. Even when the triggering event seems minor to someone else, the emotional pain can feel immediate and … Read more
Parents may worry about “infant attention deficit disorder” when a baby seems constantly active, difficult to soothe, unusually distractible, or unable to settle into regular sleep and feeding patterns. However, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is not usually diagnosed during infancy. Babies develop rapidly, and behaviors that appear concerning at one stage may reflect normal … Read more
ADHD with a predominantly inattentive presentation can be difficult to recognise because the main challenges are often internal or less disruptive than hyperactivity. A person may appear quiet and capable while struggling with sustained attention, organisation, forgetfulness, time management, or completing detailed tasks. These difficulties can affect school, work, relationships, and everyday responsibilities. Exploring broader … Read more
ADHD medication can improve concentration, impulsivity, and everyday functioning, but some people notice changes in mood after starting treatment or changing a dose. This raises an important question: can ADHD medication cause depression? Understanding prescription treatment options can clarify how ADHD medications may affect mood and what to discuss with clinicians. The answer is not … Read more
Executive dysfunction can make ordinary responsibilities feel unexpectedly difficult. A person may understand what needs to be done but struggle to begin, organise the steps, remember instructions, manage time, control emotions, or adjust when circumstances change. Therapy for executive dysfunction focuses on reducing these barriers with practical skills, external supports, environmental changes, and treatment of … Read more
