Navigating ADHD Medication and Appetite

This chapter delves into how ADHD medications affect appetite, emphasizing the need for a balanced diet rich in protein to counteract potential appetite suppression. It discusses the complexities of medication adherence in children and adolescents, including the influence of peers and communication strategies for parents to address stigma. The episode also explores the interplay between ADHD medications and substances like alcohol and marijuana, as well as considerations for long-term medication use.