tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post1138110172349121814..comments2023-10-16T01:53:45.487-07:00Comments on Paul Solomon: Dr. Joseph Biederman Plays God With ADHD MedsPaul Solomonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00294079121382416486noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-67261328360630885882011-05-10T00:13:58.357-07:002011-05-10T00:13:58.357-07:00I am just hoping that there will be a treatment th...I am just hoping that there will be a treatment that can really treat ADHD. I am sure that will be the best answer for this problem. I will visit this blog again for more update about this issue.adult adhd physicians Connecticuthttp://www.mitchelkatzmd.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-79904676728062596042011-05-10T00:11:32.010-07:002011-05-10T00:11:32.010-07:00I am glad to read this post.I am glad to read this post.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-55133677482453551362011-01-22T15:15:10.577-08:002011-01-22T15:15:10.577-08:00I was diagnosed as having ADHD when I was 58. I ha...I was diagnosed as having ADHD when I was 58. I had a lot of difficulties in life, but I assumed it was due to being different. People are different, some have easier doing certain tasks and others are better at other tasks. That's reality. We need each other to make a team, that’s why humans are social. No man is an island.<br />I was taught early on that I had to take responsibility for my actions and behavior. I learned coping skills intuitively. I chose a lifestyle that suited my ADHD personality type (INFP for those Jungians out there).<br />When I started working in an environment not compatible with my personality, then I had a nervous breakdown and during my recovery was diagnosed. ADHD is situational. Change the situation, environment, lifestyle, etc. and the disorder becomes a blessing and a talent.<br />I love my ADHD personality, and as long as I stick to an ADHD friendly lifestyle I am going to continue enjoying an ADHD drug free life.<br />So I’m scatterbrained, my desk looks a mess, and my wife keeps the time, telling me when to get ready if we are going out. But hey, who’s perfect?Charleshttp://www.adhd-health.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-76820742040558791072010-11-24T02:30:32.320-08:002010-11-24T02:30:32.320-08:00I, of course, a newcomer to this blog, but the aut...I, of course, a newcomer to this blog, but the author does not agreegeneric cialis 20mghttp://www.agir-galiza.org/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-54869100704700239442009-11-29T18:28:10.118-08:002009-11-29T18:28:10.118-08:00Theodore Kaczynski was the victim of an unfortunat...Theodore Kaczynski was the victim of an unfortunate experiment which probably caused him to become the Unibomber. During the MKULTRA experiments run by the CIA Theodore Kaczynski volunteered as a subject to undergo experimental testing of MDMA, methylenedioxymethamphetamine, better known today as Ecstacy.<br /><br />So the truth about Theodore Kaczynski is that his brain was severely altered by the MKULTRA experiments. The CIA wondered if MDMA would enhance anxiety in the enemy. Theodore Kaczynski quite teaching, took to the woods and started mailing bombs. <br /><br />Methylenedioxymethamphetamine is a form of methamphetamine which is a form of amphetamine which are all the same thing, except for slightly tweaked molecules. These drugs are basically the same as Ritalin, Concerta, Methylin, Vyvanse and Metadate - ADHD drugs. <br /><br />So the thread that believes that Theodore Kaczynski could be helped by ADHD drugs is entirely wrong as a similar drug induced his personality disorders.Lawrence Turnerhttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/417539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-68065374794106501012009-08-24T09:07:24.193-07:002009-08-24T09:07:24.193-07:00It should be noted that there have been loads of A...It should be noted that there have been loads of ADHD studies that were either funded by the drug companies or were written by those who were on the board of a drug company. Taking $1.6 mil is pretty astounding though. <br /><br />I would've skipped the focus on Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Biederman was probably just trying to make a joke. What's not funny is all the kids who have had serious side effects from these drugs, or who have experienced drops in their cognitive abilities (IQ) and their creativity. Others have died.<br /><br />Cylert was taken off the market and others have received black box warnings. Still, we continue to medicate kids as young as 2 for being hyperactive or inattentive.<br /><br />Forget the fact that people with these traits tend to be bright, creative, right-brained types. If they don't fit into the "norms", we've got to medicate them to conform. It's a brave new world out there after all.<br /><br />What parents need to hear is that there are many common causes of ADHD symptoms - which can be alleviated without drugs. ADHD traits can be beneficial if you learn how to control them.Dori Staehlenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-8270574118441734792009-07-20T13:19:21.241-07:002009-07-20T13:19:21.241-07:00If Obama wants to save money on healthcare, he nee...If Obama wants to save money on healthcare, he needs to look more closely at issues such as the one raised in this story. By reading the article and all of the comments, I know one thing. This is a subject that needs to be kept in the public eye. Hopefully, more people will write articles about this subject, and expose other doctors who are making a mockery of the system.Sarah Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10106899188121145811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-6600783095093558562009-07-19T21:55:10.446-07:002009-07-19T21:55:10.446-07:00I came upon this article by accident. I googled &q...I came upon this article by accident. I googled "ADHD" and "William McFarlane," the doctor featured in the Time Magazine report, which I read recently. I have a family member I'm concerned about, and I've been doing some research into this subject. This is very important imformation, and I'm glad it's getting out there. Most people would be shocked by the way we are medicating our young people unnessesarily. Dr. McFarlane's work gives hope to families with a history of mental illness. Dr. Biederman, on the other hand, should have his license taken away. He's what's wrong with our health care system. Paul Solomon's article is very informative and his opinions are valid. I'm glad I found this article. The information is shocking but true.Jill Fonsecahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/324261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-8324122453634526462009-07-19T21:17:16.928-07:002009-07-19T21:17:16.928-07:00One thing is for sure - treating these problems pr...One thing is for sure - treating these problems properly is very hard work. I personally have decided to go that route and accept the reduction in my income- as a trade off for doing the best possible job. I am with you 100%- there is a systemic flaw in the way these problems are handled and effort is remunerated. More public spending is vital. Remember that next time a politician offers you a tax cut.Andrew Kinsellahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/466778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-41625067178252379132009-07-19T21:07:43.171-07:002009-07-19T21:07:43.171-07:00The response to this article has been interesting....The response to this article has been interesting. <br /><br />I used various source materials in my research. Bruce Levine, of AltNet.org, is a clinical psychologist. Scientific Mind's Edmund S. Higgins is a clinical associate professor of family medicine and psychiatry at the Medical University of South Carolina. <br /><br />The June 22 issue of Time Magazine had a cover story titled "It's All About Prevention," which featured a profile of Dr. William McFarlane, who, according to writer John Cloud, is "one of the world's top authorities on preventing mental illness". I included Dr. McFarlane's views on preventative medicine because it is the direct opposite of Dr. Biederman's medicate-at-all-costs method. As my article states, Dr. Biederman had a financial incentive to rely on over-medicating our children. <br /><br />The Web sites of the Center For Disease Control (CDC) and the Mayo Clinic provide further information. <br /><br />Sen. Charles Grassley's 2008 Congressional inquiry of Dr. Biederman is part of the public record. Dr. Biederman, the subject of my article, has been accused of a conflict of interest. This is newsworthy, and is the basis for my article. <br /><br />Obviously I've put my own views into the article, and it's meant to be an opinion piece. Thank you to everyone for taking the time to read it. This is an important issue, and should be open for debate.Paul Solomonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00294079121382416486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-46911081570656192132009-07-19T17:55:46.752-07:002009-07-19T17:55:46.752-07:00So many people in the medical industry have their ...So many people in the medical industry have their hands in the cookie jar when it comes to diagnosing illnesses of all kinds. The health care industry is a mess. <br /><br />When it comes to mental health, for years it seems it's just been to give meds of all kinds and see what works. <br /><br />The fact is, usually the meds don't work. Doctors are getting rich by prescribing drugs instead of diagnosing problems correctly. They might say you have ADHD when in fact you're dislexic. They don't seem to care what's true, as long as you have great insurance and they can schedule you for a follow-up exam. <br /><br />Very good and well-informed article!Sandranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-69054794006490203182009-07-19T17:25:15.932-07:002009-07-19T17:25:15.932-07:00So many people have their hands in the cookie jar ...So many people have their hands in the cookie jar when it comes to diagnosing. Since the health care industry is so F'ed up, people are making millions of the sick people. You have to be rich to afford the cost of meds to keep you alive for things such as diabetes or HIV (or so poor that you get help from the government)....it's not about the quality of YOUR life..it's about the quality of THEIRS (insurance companies, big pharmacuticals, doctors, professors all the like). Great article by the way!cafiredancerhttp://current.com/users/cafiredancer.htm?xid=43noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-8122099564065225392009-07-19T17:20:26.916-07:002009-07-19T17:20:26.916-07:00if you ask me its not just his methods that should...if you ask me its not just his methods that should be coming under scrutiny, but many medical professionals.<br /> <br />Prescription drug abuse is huge problem, and I don't see it stopping when drs and parents keep advocating to dope up their kids instead of deal with them.Bigdog_mikehttp://current.com/users/Bigdog_mike.htm?xid=43noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-15022386935281548422009-07-19T16:43:08.587-07:002009-07-19T16:43:08.587-07:00I agree with Richard Bass. This is an interesting ...I agree with Richard Bass. This is an interesting and disturbing article. It seems to be getting a lot of feedback, which is good. I'd like to put in my 2 cents worth.<br /><br />It's doctors like Joseph Biederman who are causing the medical crisis in America. President Obama wants to lower medical costs. Let's start by weeding out quacks like Biederman. The UCLA study and Dr. William McFarlane's work should be looked at more closely. <br /><br />Richard says, "Full recovery does involve therapy to get to the root cause of any psychological issues. However, most people just reach for the pill box, without any serious soul searching. Parents are giving their kids these medications, even when they are aware of the potential side effects." <br /><br />That was worth repeating, because it says it all. Parents are turning their kids into drug addicts. People like Joseph Biederman need to be exposed. I found this article to be excellent. The topic needs to be addressed.Elliot Firestonehttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/999677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-72079490214564026192009-07-19T16:25:35.243-07:002009-07-19T16:25:35.243-07:00Maybe things are different in Australia, but in th...Maybe things are different in Australia, but in the U.S. prescription drug abuse is a big problem, and not just with children. The Harvard doctor was caught in a major conflict of interest, and his work with bipolar and ADHD children was driven by money. That's the story. <br /><br />In the future, I'm sure we'll find other doctors with their "hands in the cookie jar". <br /><br />One reason prescription drug abuse is such a hot topic right now is Michael Jackson, but what about the adults who started out on prescription drugs as kids and continued as adults. We don't want our kids hooked on illegal street drugs, but we also don't want them hooked on prescription drugs. Addictive behavior many times is caused by how we are raised as kids.Sarah Walkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10106899188121145811noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-86979394048808206882009-07-19T16:05:38.455-07:002009-07-19T16:05:38.455-07:00@■ Richard Bass
"Interesting and disturbing a...@■ Richard Bass<br />"Interesting and disturbing article. <br />The wide spread and careless use of these drugs are deplorable. I know some people really need such drugs but I have often questioned what the long term side effects would be from their use especially in children."<br /><br />Careless use of prescription medication is unacceptable. Anyone who feels they have experienced that should take it up with their local medical board.I do not know what happens in the US- but here in Australia no doctor is likely to forget the process of fighting for his professional life against a formal enquiry of one of our local Medical Boards. We have very substantial consumer and legal representations on these boards- they are not closed shops. <br /><br />Furthermore consumer complaints to the board are free of charge, are always taken seriously, and are covered my legislation that protects the complainant form legal consequences of having raised a complaint.Andrew Kinsellahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/466778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-15120547345754237252009-07-19T16:00:38.105-07:002009-07-19T16:00:38.105-07:00Ernie, that is fair comment- however the Narcissis...Ernie, that is fair comment- however the Narcissistic Personality Dosorder comment and the slyly withdrawn comment about Theodore Kaczynski, not to mention the parting comment about ADHD sufferers not being able to read to the end of the article are sly, and manipulative ad hominem attacks. That the author should stoop to using tactics like that when he already had plenty of material to run with degrades his argument, and his standing as a person of good intent.Andrew Kinsellahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/466778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-57970100403902623452009-07-19T15:30:37.474-07:002009-07-19T15:30:37.474-07:00What is the controversial subject here? Certainly ...What is the controversial subject here? Certainly not ADHD or its potentially devastating effect on adults and children. The real scandal is the fact that one of the leading proponents of antipsychotic drugs (and a Harvard professor at that), has been taking kick-backs from the drug companies that would benefit from his advocacy. At least this article has prompted a discussion on the subject.Erniehttp://paulsolomon.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-46878545127480993732009-07-19T15:02:34.172-07:002009-07-19T15:02:34.172-07:00I feel bad for Andrew Kinsella, but if this type o...I feel bad for Andrew Kinsella, but if this type of article opens up the subject for debate, isn't that a good thing? <br /><br />I'll be looking for articles that give a different point of view, but I appreciate Paul Solomon's commentary on the subject. <br /><br />The doctor at the center of this controversy, Biederman, was the focus of a Congressional inquiry, so obviously he is newsworthy. We don't know if his "God" comments were just a joke, but if so, he's not only guilty of conflict of interest in the drug industry, but also bad judgement. <br /><br />There are many people who can benefit by the use of drugs, but this doctor needs to be exposed, and I'm glad I found out about him. This is the first I heard about it. <br /><br />Again, if this opens the subject for debate, then the article by Paul Solomon has been of immense benefit. <br /><br />I look for more articles on this subject.chrissycorsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06739413897620531179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-57909508523537411292009-07-19T14:49:32.142-07:002009-07-19T14:49:32.142-07:00Andrew, the author didn't say Dr. Biederman ha...Andrew, the author didn't say Dr. Biederman has Narcissistic Personality Disorder, only that he was "showing symptoms" according to the definiition by the Mayo Clinic. <br /><br />The author did a good job in writing on this controversial subject. DON"T BLAME THE AUTHOR, blame the subject of the article, Dr. Biederman.Don Powellhttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/470615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-35691175150484449522009-07-19T14:34:50.171-07:002009-07-19T14:34:50.171-07:00Thank you for the kind thought Sherry, but there i...Thank you for the kind thought Sherry, but there is no need to feel bad for me. The ADHD model has allowed me to resolve issues that have troubled me for all of my life. Let me say right here and now that medication only treatment for ADHD is bad treatment, and almost certainly destined to fail. Personally I believe that the disability model of ADHD is flawed- that ADHD does indeed arise from a system that is not sufficiently responsive to the needs of individual psychology. I see myself as having been tested- and having passed the test- my mental makeup is a true advantage to me. The difficulties I have faced ultimately have made me a more compassionate person- so in the long run I am happy. <br /><br />However without timely medical intervention I may well not have survived. <br /><br />This, however, is a disgraceful piece of journalism. The very idea that as an unskilled person you can open a book and say a person has "narcissistic personality disorder " appalls me. If I tried to do it as a nonspeccailist doctor I would be sued for defamation and found guilty of infamous conduct. If you want to dabble in this area go to skyscape.com and buy a subscription to DSM and read the whole book. ( 20 odd dollars for 6 months) Read the preamble particularly and learn the caveats and warnings that are placed in that book about its limitations and its proper uses. It is a very well considered and wise document. <br /><br />What I really object to about the whole tone of this article is that by playing the man and not the ball you can avoid the argument and manipulate peoples opinions. Biederman's comment to the senate was intemperate no doubt- but have any of you considered that it may just have been a small attempt at wit? - or sarcasm? <br /><br />Now nineteen out of twenty people who read this article and the subsequent comments will simply walk away with their prejudices intact. I am speaking to those of you who have the curiosity to consider a different perspective and the persistence to research the matter properly and make your own decision without accepting anyone elses authority- including mine. <br /><br />All that I have recounted here is as clear an account of my own truth as I can possibly write. <br /><br />Ask yourselves- are you the one or one of the nineteen? quote <br /> <br />As for the closing smart alec comment "If you got through this you don't have ADHD"- even ADHD people can concentrate on something that really engages them. The definition of the condition is inability to direct attention at will.( Once again - do your research) Furthermore the medications really do help this aspect of the problem- immediately for many of us, and very much so for me. Once again the journalist has proven his ignorance and his will to use that ignorance to manipulate public opinion. He would have failed high school clear thinking where I came from. ( That was a subject I was always enthralled with.I understand that our politicians judged it too dangerous and had it removed from the local curriculum). I will confess though that I found it a great trial wading through this article.Andrew Kinsellahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/466778noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-8744531344083108812009-07-19T00:09:57.267-07:002009-07-19T00:09:57.267-07:00Interesting and disturbing article.
The wide spr...Interesting and disturbing article. <br /><br />The wide spread and careless use of these drugs are deplorable. I know some people really need such drugs but I have often questioned what the long term side effects would be from their use especially in children.Richard Basshttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/883216noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-89626627538502489892009-07-18T23:56:51.283-07:002009-07-18T23:56:51.283-07:00Full recovery does involve therapy to get to the r...Full recovery does involve therapy to get to the root cause of any psychological issues. However, most people just reach for the pill box, without any serious soul searching. Parents are giving their kids these medications, even when they are aware of the potential side effects.Erniehttp://paulsolomon.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-48351939470102517082009-07-18T23:06:47.175-07:002009-07-18T23:06:47.175-07:00This is no doubt a controversial subject. I applau...This is no doubt a controversial subject. I applaud the author for exposing what's going on. I feel bad for Andrew, but I still think the debate needs to be out there. The fact that Dr.Biederman was involved in such blatant conflict of interest makes the story that much sadder. His reputation has been hurt, so even if his medical views made sense, he has no credibilty. The author mentions this in the article.Sherry Zimmermanhttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/424799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3768055264021643103.post-59824689099113535182009-07-18T23:04:48.836-07:002009-07-18T23:04:48.836-07:00The trouble is - it is not just inattention. How w...The trouble is - it is not just inattention. How would you handle the situation where you were socially disabled- where you were systematically excluded and brutalised because ofyour inability to focus and produce the desired response in social situations? This is the situation we were faced with both in my own case and my daughter's case. The world is full of this false assumption that ADHD is all about making kids behave in class and get better grades. It is not so. Treating ADHD is about treating people who are experiencing real distress- who if left untreated are exposed to a wide range of serious harms. The information is all there for anyone who wants to look. It has been reproduced many times by serious researchers whose first commitment is to their own reputation for academic rigour.If you really want to find out - do the research.. This is one of the best understood, best researched topics in medicine. Johnny- if you are creative, you may well be one of us- but consider yourself lucky to have come out undamaged. Many of us do not.Andrew Kinsellahttp://www.digitaljournal.com/user/466778noreply@blogger.com