Some kids on stimulants lose their appetite. But don't despair. There's a lot you can do to make sure your child eats enough and grows as they should. Read this article, and talk with your doctor to determine the best way to time medications and mealtimes.
At the proper dose and timing, these stimulants decrease a child’s activity level, his inattention and disorganization, and his impulsivity. Using these medications can make the difference between an individual’s struggling or succeeding in school or at work, causing family conflicts or getting along at home, having friends or not.
Let me return to the restaurant example to illustrate what it feels like to have no appetite and to be confronted with the need to eat. Suppose the waiter knows how you will react to offering more bread and butter at the end of the meal. So, being a good waiter, he brings out a tray of desserts. Suddenly your brain shifts and you feel hungry enough to want to eat more. So, too, your child may have a loss of appetite and not feel hungry, yet he might ask for candy or other sweets. Stand firm.
. For example, the prescribing doctor may give the eight-hour form of the medication in the morning . The medication should wear off around 4 p.m. Rather than giving a four-hour form of the medication at 4 p.m. to cover the evening hours, hold off until 5 or 6 p.m. This allows your child’s appetite to return between 4 and 6 p.m., increasing the chances that he will actually eat dinner.
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