Yes, a person (child or adult) can have both narcolepsy and ADHD. While these conditions can be independently present at the same time (i.e. one is not causing the other), it is often the case that the narcolepsy ends up creating the symptoms of ADHD. This is primarily because the poor sleep regulation and excessive sleepiness associated with narcolepsy can make it difficult to concentrate. They can also lead to various degrees of depression, which in turn can make concentration difficult. If your child has been diagnosed with narcolepsy, and you are concerned he/she may have ADHD also, you should have him/her evaluated for learning issues by a child psychiatrist. Alternatively, if your child has been diagnosed with ADHD and you now suspect narcolepsy, it would be best to have him/her evaluated by a sleep specialist. These people are equipped to administer either a sleep latency test or polysomnogram test to diagnose even mild cases of narcolepsy. Finally, if your child does end up having both narcolepsy and ADHD, you will want to monitor treatment carefully. Both disorders are treated primarily using psychostimulants like amphetamine or methylphenidate (Ritalin). The drug modafinil (Provigil) is also sometimes used to treat narcolepsy. Adequate treatment of both disorders will likely mean a higher than usual dose of stimulants (or a combination of stimulants)--definitely watch out for adverse reactions so the dose can be adjusted if necessary. If different doctors see your child for each condition, you should make sure the doctors communicate regularly to ensure they are on the same page with the chosen treatment.
Yes; Adderall is approved to be used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy.
A stimulant containing dextro-amphetamines to treat ADHD or narcolepsy.
Morbid obesity, refractory ADD/ADHD, narcolepsy
Yes. ADHD and narcolepsy are cousins in terms of mental disorders; both are caused in some way due to a lack of dopamine within the brain and both respond to treatment from stimulants. However, a person most likely would only have one disorder and have an invalid diagnosis for one disorder (i.e. diagnosed with ADHD and has narcolepsy or vice versa).
If the mother has ADHD, the child may also have the condition as well?
Adderall is usually used for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy.
Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a psychostimulant drug used for the treatment of ADHD, ADD, narcolepsy, etc.
Methylphenidate is a schedule II ( ILLEGAL) drug if you do not have a perscription, It is prescribed for ADHD treatment and Narcolepsy
Spencer was misusing 'Adderall' - a drug used to combat narcolepsy and ADHD.
Some symptoms of ADHD in a child include hyperactivity and trouble concentrating. Some children are thought to have a hot temper while they in fact have ADHD.
Ritalin treats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. This medicine is a stimulant.
No, ADHD is not considered a severe disability and thus does not qualify for additional child support amounts or government assistance.
No. Each child diagnosed with ADHD should be perscribed an ADHD treatment that will work for them. The same thing isn't going to work with every child. "Well, yes and no. ADHD treatment is different for each child affected, but there are standard medications and things like that which are used in each treatment."
probly but they might be overly focused
Yes and no. For me (I'm ADHD) it does, some it makes hyper.
to get adderall, you have to have ADD/ADHD and i also heard Narcolepsy. tell him you cannot concentrate on school work and such. that's basically it lol
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.Side Note: About one child per classroom has ADHD.
When he was a child
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yes..he had it as a child
how do I tell if my child is showing signs of ADHD at 5years old would help if you can show me some answers
Dextroamphetamine is the generic name for Dexedrin, Dextroam, and DextroStat. These medications are used for narcolepsy, ADHD, and sometimes short term in obesity.The generic name for Vyvanse is lisdexamfetamine dimesylate. Vyvanse is used in the treatment of ADHD.
Its mostly hereditary, passed on from parent to child. Please note a child can have ADHD even if the parents do not. On the other hand a parent can have ADHD and not pass it on to the child. Physically ADHD is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain along with other factors.
ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderSymptoms of ADHD:Impulsiveness: a child who acts quickly without thinking first.Hyperactivity: a child who can't sit still, walks, runs, or climbs around when others are seated, talks when others are talking.A child may have Impulsiveness or them combined but hyperactivity alone is not considered to be ADHD
Its mostly hereditary, passed on from parent to child. Please note a child can have ADHD even if the parents do not. On the other hand a parent can have ADHD and not pass it on to the child. Physically ADHD is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain along with other factors.