ADHD
"My 8 year old son was diagnosed 2 years ago with ADHD. We knew in preschool something wasn&#039;t right.  I refused to medicate him until after his first report card in second grade.  I could not let his esteem fall from poor grades when we all know how bright he is.  He started off with Vyvanse 20 mg.  It worked well for him for the rest of that school year.  The next year we had to up it to 30 mg but we felt it wasn&#039;t effective.  This winter break we started Intuniv.  He is on his 3rd week.  He has increased appetite, focuses well, but is too sleepy in the evenings. He normally would have a hard time falling asleep.  Now he falls asleep at the table reading by 8.  I will continue the Intuniv but hoping it gets better."