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How Can ADHD And OCD In A Teenager Be Treated?

I have a 15 yr old grandson, diagnosed with adhd. He takes 4-5 showers a day. Eats like he is starving, wolfs down the food so fast he surely cant taste it. Slams all doors rather than just closing them. Is this normal for a 15 yr old with his adhd?
Mon, 2 Apr 2018
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Hello,

He needs a complete evaluation and needs to start on methylphenidate along with fluoxetine.


Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Soujanya
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How Can ADHD And OCD In A Teenager Be Treated?

Hello, He needs a complete evaluation and needs to start on methylphenidate along with fluoxetine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Soujanya