Does anyone else feel that ADD/ADHD is a made-up disease?

I think it's real. When I used to practice adult medicine, I had a few patients who really improved on stimulants. That said, I think it's overdiagnosed.

Any behavior problems or school difficulties are thrown into the ADHD wastebasket. I have two young relatives who take stimulants. I'd love to convice their parents that family counseling would be a better option.

I was given a tentative diagnosis of ADHD twice. Turns out I have aspergers instead.

Yes, I have to agree with you. I think that some people may have a little bit of difficulty paying attention at times, but that doesn't mean they should get a hand out. I definitely think it's another scam, Jonesy.

I'm with you. In part, I think it's another way for pharmaceutical companies to make an infinite amount of money selling these unsafe, unnecessary drugs for children. Children who have ADD/ADHD can also be treated holistically with a better diet, more exercise and by more stimulating activities.In addition, these children may need extra attention from their parents and there could also be some underlying psychological issues that drugs won't cure.

Knowing your child and being a parent who is "present" for their child is very important as well. I would not want to give my child any drug, let alone the drugs prescribed for ADHD.

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