Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Posted on October 17, 2022 by admin1 1560

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The US Food and Drug and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a shortage of Adderall, medication used to treat Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

About ADHD

It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood.
It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood.
Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active.
Many adults remain undiagnosed, and symptoms can cause difficulty at work, home or relationships.

Treatments : In most cases, ADHD is best treated with a combination of behavior therapy and medication
- Adderall is the brand name for the formulation that consists of a combination of dextroamphetamine and amphetamine. It is an FDA-approved drug for the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy, a sleep condition that causes daytime sleepiness.

Source:IE

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