Dr Kenny Handelman's Articles

Focalin for ADHD
Focalin is a medication which can be used for ADD/ADHD. It is a derivative of Ritalin and may work better for some people.
Daytrana: The ADHD Medication Patch
Daytrana is the only skin patch delivery system for ADHD medication. It is an effective medicine that can help for people who can't swallow pills.
Concerta: The First Time Released Medicine for ADHD
Concerta was the first long acting/time released medicine which was particularly effective for ADD and ADHD. It is still a great option today.
Ritalin: Still a Viable Option for ADHD
This article discusses the medication Ritalin for ADD/ADHD. Although it has often been controversial, Ritalin can still play a role in the treatment of ADHD.
What Causes ADD or ADHD?
This article discusses the causes of ADHD - including the genetic causes as well as the acquired causes.
ADD-ADHD: Differences, Not Deficits
This article covers the fact that people with ADD and ADHD have differences in their attention, and not deficits. This is an important distinction which helps with the understanding that there are gifts in ADD/ADHD.
The Three Stages of The History of ADD-ADHD
This article reviews the three stages of evolution of the diagnosis of ADD and ADHD. We contend that it needs to evolve to a new stage - of the 'strength based' diagnosis, to reveal the gifts in ADD/ADHD.
ADHD Is A Real Medical Condition
ADHD and ADD are in fact medical conditions. Although people often consider the cause to be a social cause (i.e. TV, video games, bad teachers or bad parenting) this article shares the newest research which proves that ADD/ADHD is a medical condition.
ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis: Getting it Right
This article reviews the importance of getting a proper assessment and diagnosis of ADD and ADHD.

Dr Kenny Handelman's Articles