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ADHD Medication

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects 8-10% of school-age children and is characterized by symptoms such as trouble focusing, constant fidgeting, and impulsivity. First identified in the 19th century, ADHD is often treated with stimulant medications like Ritalin and Adderall, which help increase attention span and decrease fidgeting. However, these medications also carry risks such as potential misuse and serious side effects. Understanding ADHD is crucial for ensuring effective treatment and support for affected children.

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ADHD Medication

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  1. ADHD Medication Katy Kozminski Amber Rice Sam Murray Will Trumper

  2. Do you know a child who… • has trouble focusing on tasks? • constantly fidgets? • has a short attention span? • has trouble interacting in social situations? • interrupts frequently? • seems impatient?

  3. It’s possible that the child has… Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

  4. Background Information • First described in 1845 by Dr. Hoffman • First published in 1902 by Sir George F. Still • Mental and behavior disorder • Caused by an imbalance of Dopamine • Controls behavior • Most common prescribed medications are Ritalin and Adderral

  5. Dr. Hoffman • Also a poet • “The Story of Fidgety Philip” • Accurate description of a little boy with ADHD

  6. Statistics • Who’s affected? • 8-10% of school age children • 30-50% of adults • Boys are three times more likely to be diagnosed • Children as young as 3 have been diagnosed • Average range is 8-12 years • Areas of the brain appear to be 5-10% smaller

  7. Ritalin and Adderral • Stimulants • Stronger than caffeine but weaker than amphetamines • Similar to “street drugs” • Cocaine and Methamphetamine • Not weight dependent • Can acquire a tolerance/dependence

  8. BENEFITS Combats symptoms Increases attention span Calming effect Decreases fidgeting Increases the ability to focus Improves social skills RISKS Abuse of medication Serious side effects Vomiting/ stomachache Insomnia Loss of appetite/ weight loss Cardiac arrest Psychotic behavior Kidney, lung and tissue damage Benefits and Risks

  9. Section of Rehabilitation Act of 1973 • Prohibits discrimination within schools • Equal education opportunities • Ensures participation in extracurricular activities • No special education required • Applies to less severe cases • Children are not taken out of normal classes

  10. Individuals with disabilities Education Act (2004) • Governs special education • Equal education opportunities • Ensures participation in extracurricular activities • Special education required • Applies to more severe cases • Not necessarily kept in normal classes

  11. Bibliography • http://www.adhdhelp.org/stimulants.htm • http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/medicating/schools/feds.html • http://www.drugfree.org/Portal/Drug_Guide/Prescription_Stimulants • http://www.nida.nih.gov/Infofacts/Ritalin.html • http://www.usdoj.gov/ndic/pubs6/6444/index.htm#What • http://www.pharma.us.novartis.com:80/product/pi.jsp?usertrack.filter_applied=true&NovaId=1178761742665679018 • http://supreme.lp.findlaw.com/supreme_court/briefs/02-5664/02-5664.mer.ami.ccle.pdf • http://www.fda.gov/cder/drug/infopage/adderall/ • http://www.bankhead.net/BoozeAndDrugs/classification.html • http://www.bankhead.net/BoozeAndDrugs/Drugs/ritalin.html • http://www.fiu.edu/~cryan/adhd_T/ritalin_benefits.htm • http://www.adderallxr.com/childhood_adhd/considering/benefits.asp • http://www.adhdstrategies.com/Laws.asp • http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/children/parents/behavior/103.html#ArticleParsysMiddleColumn0002 • http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/adhd/complete-publication.shtml • http://www.adhd.org.nz/petscan.jpg

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