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Question: Dear Dr. Rynne,
My husband has ADD according to his symptoms. What is the best cure or treatment for this? We prefer a more holistic approach, if that is practical and effective. I would appreciate your professional advice.
Thank you, XXXXXXX
My husband has ADD according to his symptoms. What is the best cure or treatment for this? We prefer a more holistic approach, if that is practical and effective. I would appreciate your professional advice.
Thank you, XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
ADHD is a disorder of attention related to dopamine underactivity in the brain. The only treatment demonstrated to be better than placebo is a stimulant medication. There are many, but some popular ones are Adderall, Vyvanse, and Ritalin. I recommend you visit a local doctor to consider prescribing him one of these medications to see if his attention improves.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Consultation
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.
ADHD is a disorder of attention related to dopamine underactivity in the brain. The only treatment demonstrated to be better than placebo is a stimulant medication. There are many, but some popular ones are Adderall, Vyvanse, and Ritalin. I recommend you visit a local doctor to consider prescribing him one of these medications to see if his attention improves.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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Dr. Prasad
Are there holistic treatments for ADD? We live in Los Angeles. Is there a doctor you could recommend who is located here? XXXXXXX Erickson
Brief Answer:
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Unfortunately, no holistic approach has shown to be superior to placebo in randomized controlled trials. To get in touch with a doctor who takes your insurance, call your insurance company to get a list of in-network providers in your area.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
Followup
Detailed Answer:
Unfortunately, no holistic approach has shown to be superior to placebo in randomized controlled trials. To get in touch with a doctor who takes your insurance, call your insurance company to get a list of in-network providers in your area.
Please remember to rate and close this answer thread when you are finished and satisfied.
In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly at my private web address below. After you ask a direct question, it would be my pleasure to be your dedicated personal physician on this website. My name is Dr. Sheppe, and I am an XXXXXXX doctor working in New York City at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked #1 for Psychiatry in the United States (tinyurl.com/psyrank). For a personalized comprehensive evaluation, treatment recommendations, and individual therapy, ask me at HealthCareMagic at this private web address: tinyurl.com/DrSheppeAnswers
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