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Nonstimulant Therapies for ADHD

Psychiatric Times

Atomoxetine and viloxazine function as norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, targeting neurotransmitter systems involved in attention, distractibility, and response inhibition. Related Videos Related Content Advertisement June 17th 2025 ADHD With Bipolar Disorder: Genetics, Diagnosis, and New Thinking on Treatment David N.

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Day # 164: Stimulant Use Disorder

Bullet Psych

FDA approved indications include ADHD , narcolepsy (promotes wakefulness), obesity (short-term, adjunctive treatment), and moderate to severe binge eating disorder (lisdexamfetamine). See Day #160: Introduction to Substance Use Disorders for complete diagnostic criteria and severity specifiers. lisdexamfetamine). for cocaine.

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Is Ondansetron Safe for Women With Mental Health Conditions?

Lightwork

Navigating medication safety during pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially for women managing mental health conditions. For women with mental health conditions, the decision to use ondansetron requires careful consideration.

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Branding Diseases—How Drug Companies Market Psychiatric Conditions: An Interview with Ray Moynihan

Mad in America

R ay Moynihan is an accomplished health journalist and author who has won several awards for his work. He is known for his use of sharp humor, which can be seen in his mock documentary about a fictional illness called ‘Motivational Deficiency Disorder.’ This applies in the mental illness world and everywhere in medicine.