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10 Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor About ADHD in Children
| 1. | What can I expect to happen if I take my child with ADHD to a psychologist or psychiatrist? |
| 2. | What ADHD treatments are right for my child? What are the possible side effects of different ADHD medications? |
| 3. | Aside from ADHD medications, what else can ,my child do? What about exercise and diet? |
| 4. | Are there any herbal supplements or over-the-counter drugs to take or avoid? |
| 5. | Where can I find emotional support for my family and for me? |
| 6. | Will ADHD treatment stigmatize my child? |
| 7. | How long must ADHD treatments continue? |
| 8. | Are ADHD stimulant drugs absolutely necessary? |
| 9. | How do I explain my child's diagnosis to friends and family? |
| 10. | Are there any clinical trials my child could participate
in? |
WebMD 10 Questions
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Charlotte E. Grayson Mathis, MD on June 01, 2004
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