May 11, 2005 -- Most kids who are treated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder take stimulant medications, but new research suggests that the need for these drugs can be reduced dramatically in those who get behavioral therapy as well.
When the two approaches were combined, the amount of medication needed to achieve the same results as drugs alone was reduced by two-thirds, researchers from the University at Buffalo reported.
The study was also the first to test the effectiveness of a new ADHD patch containing methylphenidate, the stimulant also known as Ritalin. The study was funded by the patch's manufacturer, Shire Pharmaceuticals Group.
myRemarks: Substitute parental involvement for behaviorial therapy and no dose for low dose and you'll have my family's approach. I'm still struggling with the medicate or not question to be honest. We have our 'Calgon' moments too.
A little bird and I are keeping our ears to the ground and eyes to the horizon for any signals... Thanx again Linda.!
