Comments on: ADHD TV Episode #2: The Diagnosis of ADHD

By: admin

admin — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:01:05 +0000

I have heard very good reviews of Vyvanse - though I haven’t yet prescribed it because it is not in Canada yet (it’s coming very soon). It may be a good option.
You can read more about vyvanse here: http://www.addadhdblog.com/vyvanse-the-new-medicine-for-addadhd/, or here: http://www.addadhdblog.com/does-vyvanse-work/

By: Stacie Simpson

Stacie Simpson — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:11:38 +0000

I would like some help with my daughter, who is 11, she has been on Adderol for years but now that school has started this year it seems that the medication, even at a higher dosages is not working. She has always had very good reviews from the teachers in the past but this year I am getting letters from the teachers because she does not want to do the work, she is throwing small fits, and is hiding her pill when the nurse gives it to her. She does not swallow the pill so every mornign it is a battle to get her to pour the capsule on her food to get her to take it. She is supposed to take a smaller pill in the afternoon, which she chews but lately has been very sneaky. I think she needs another type of pill and we are going to the doctor on Monday but I just wanted to see your opinions on Vyranese, which I have heard is comparible to adderal and she can still pour the pill on her food. I like this because it says it may last longer.. What do you think.

By: darrius jenkins

darrius jenkins — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:44:09 +0000

sometimes I do good without my concerta 72mg do I need a lower dose

By: admin

admin — Thu, 14 May 2009 02:30:46 +0000

314.01 is the ICD number for the diagnosis of ADHD. The ICD is the International Classification of Diseases. Usually these numbers are used for official reports - like for insurance.
Best,
Dr. Kenny

By: darrius jenkins

darrius jenkins — Sat, 09 May 2009 19:40:49 +0000

what is 314.01 attention deficit hyperactivity disorder( ISC) primary

By: Shelley Prior

Shelley Prior — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 18:47:47 +0000

Dr. Kenny-
Wow - What can I say that hasn’t been said somewhere in the comments? Thank you, TY, TY! I’ve watched pcs 1&2 and the interview with Ms. Koretsky. I almost feel like the first time I saw an ADHD therapist and she told me what was going on inside me - and I was aghast that someone else knew - and relieved… that someone else knew - and understood. I left more of my history in another comment but I did want to say how very, very, valuable, helpful, instructive the podcasts are and I am so grateful to you for taking the time to prepare materials, filming, editing and all that goes into disseminating the information on ADHD. I was diagnosed as type Inattentive but realize that I also have most of the impulsivity attributes for adults as well - as a result of pc 2 - Diagnosis of ADHD.

I’m looking forward to the day when (I am indigent due to job loss & disability) maybe I will be able to see a doctor for medication and psychotherapy in addressing my ADHD. I’ll be able to use the information you’ve provided and hints I’ve picked up in your followers’ comments as well. Thank you again for such a valuable service to the world community at large.

By: Karen

Karen — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:57:39 +0000

Dr, Kenny:

I am so excited to find this resource to deal with ADD/ADHD. I have 2 boys age 11 and 13. Both of them are ADD/ADHD( One of each). Both boys are intelligent but struggle to cope with everyday life. Both are on medication one Concerta the other just recently switched to Biphentin. I have been a wreak trying to cope with their symptoms on a daily basis that usually ends up in both of us in tears. The information that I have learned from you Tv show here and the audio’s I bought yesterday has given me knowedge and therefore power on how to cope better with our struggles.

I myself have some of the characteristics of ADD and have struggled in my life as well. Knowing that helps me put in perspective how my kids see the world.

Thank you so much for making the resource available. I have passed it on to several of my friends whose children also have ADHD. In a few short days I have learned a lot and look forward to hearing more from you about how I can help my children as well as myself.

As a suggestion, I would love to learn more about how I can help my kids with homework without doing it for them or walking away in anger because my expectation is not being met and thereby hurting my son by making him feel bad about himself.

By: Pam

Pam — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 02:20:12 +0000

I am enjoying your webcasts after discovering them through my work. I am an advocate for children with disabilities working for our state’s protection and advocacy program. My 22 year-old son was recently diagnosed with ADHD. He was always hyperactive and impulsive but for years I wrote it off as a little boy who was very gifted. He did well in school until middle school and almost failed the 8th grade despite being in the gifted program. He came close to being a high school drop out and yet competed 3 out of 4 years at the international science fair. I attended an ADHD conference at our local university two years ago and had my aha moment. My son could have been the poster child for each of the speakers. Several people I spoke with at the conference indicated that the higher the IQ score the older the person was when diagnosed. Is there any research regarding this?

By: Megan

Megan — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 14:18:31 +0000

thank you so much for your episodes! i am sooo frustrated with getting the help i need. for years, i have been on med after med with no relief. i’m to the point i have quit them altogether! then when i stumble upon a questionare, and your episodes, i know without a doubt i suffer terribly from this. my doctor (specializes in bipolar disorder) even believes i may, and wants to send me for formal testing. however, my insurance does not cover it. my husband has cancer, so there is no way i can afford to pay for this. i feel so close to feeling better by all the information i have come across, but i just know i won’t be able to get the test for quite awhile. so here i sit. any suggestions?

By: Tina

Tina — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:02:02 +0000

Hi, thank you for this helpful information. Since many of us struggle to manage our time better, I think it would be helpful if you displayed the length or total running time of each video (while it’s playing or even in parens next to the video title prior to pressing play) so that we know in advance whether it’s an hour, half hour, 15 min. or whatever length and can plan accordingly. Thanks again.