My daughter with 15 years of age is suffering from...

Treatment of ADHD?

• there's no cure for ADHD, it can be managed with appropriate educational support, advice and support for parents and affected children, alongside medication,
• Medication is often the first treatment offered to adults with ADHD, although psychological therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) may also help.
• There are 5 types of medication licensed for the treatment of ADHD:

1. methylphenidate
2. dexamfetamine
3. lisdexamfetamine
4. atomoxetine
5. guanfacine

What is Methylphenidate?

• Methylphenidate is the most commonly used medication for ADHD.
• It belongs to a group of medicines called stimulants, which work by increasing activity in the brain, particularly in areas that play a part in controlling attention and behaviour.
• The medication can be taken as either immediate-release tablets (small doses taken 2 to 3 times a day) or as modified-release tablets (taken once a day in the morning, with the dose released throughout the day).

Side effects of stimulant?

• decreased appetite
• sleep problems
• tics (sudden, repetitive movements or sounds)
• personality changes
• increased anxiety and irritability
• stomachaches
• headaches
• You should be examined by your health care provider
• Looking after a child with ADHD can be challenging, but it's important to remember that they cannot help their behaviour.

• getting your child to sleep at night
• getting ready for school on time
• listening to and carrying out instructions
• being organised
• social occasions
•  shopping