Clinical Trials

Saturday, February 12. 2005

One of the things I do every morning, besides read my zillions of email, is to read about research and resources on the web- primarily mental health related things; mainly AD/HD. So I will try and post things here that I think might be of interest.

Today I was reading about Clinical Trials that NIH is conducting (National Institute of Health). Though they are housed in the DC area, the studies are conducted at clinics around the country. Check out who they are looking for to help with a variety of AD/HD related studies: NIH Clinical Trials.

One that looks interesting is the use of herbal remedies for the treatment of AD/HD. I get this question all the time- do herbals work? I come from a strong medical model but am finding that with age and experience, that I need to broaden my way of thinking. For instance, Omega 3 is now showing some good results in areas like mood disorders. <note to readers- when searching for information on herbals and natural remedies, be cautious. Many less than reputable companies and anti-medication folk will try and scare the hell out of you. Only read articles from solide, reputable websites, ie the one for Omega 3 above>

At any rate, once you choose to enter a clinical trial, you often are given a free evaluation if you've not yet been diagnosed with AD/DH, free treatment and a certain amount of followup. Be careful though, in deciding to participate. There is always a risk in trying to treatments. Then again, not all trials are drug-based. Check them out.

Till next time-

Terry

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Terry,
I love the blog. What a great way to stir conversations and present new ideas!

#1 Peggy on 2005-02-13 23:24 (Reply)

Thanks, Peggy! Great seeing you here. How's the art work coming along?

#1.1 Terry on 2005-02-15 21:59 (Reply)

Great article on the Omega-3 oils. Interesting . . . wonder if i should go ahead and continue gradually encorporating Flax oil into my cooking? (Vegan source of Omega-3s. Good replacement for eggs!)

#2 aellath on 2005-02-14 10:04 (Reply)

That's a good question! I don't know enough about vegan diet to know how much Omega/Flaxseed is suggested. Wish I could help you there!

Terry

#2.1 Terry on 2005-02-15 22:06 (Reply)

Terry,
It's interesting that you should comment on Omega 3s. Last month, after some interesting problems, I decided to try the Omega 3 regimen. So far, and there's no way to tell if it's placebo effect or real, my brain's staying on longer. My poor long-suffering hubby has noticed it too!

The blog is great! Now to get my ADD wrapped around the idea that you're such a computer whiz!
Hugs,
Kris

#3 kris (Homepage) on 2005-02-14 11:02 (Reply)

A little off topic, but speaking of medications and studies, are there any new drugs along the lines of Straterra (not a controlled substance, works on norepinephrine reuptake). My physician started me on it when it was new on the market, and it worked well, but had some unpleasant physical side effects, so I stopped taking it and I've been taking ritalin. The Stratterra felt different, and seemed to work better on my brain and I'm wondering if there's anything like it out there.

#4 john on 2005-02-14 19:23 (Reply)

Hi John,

I know there is a new drug currently in clinical trials. I've heard through the grapevine that like Strattera, it is also a non-stimulant. When I find out more about it, I'll post it here.

Terry

#4.1 Terry on 2005-02-15 22:08 (Reply)

I have recently begun to think I have ADD and I am interested in the Omega 3 options for treatment. What are the recommended dosage levels? Does body weight matter?

This BLOG is a great idea. Its about the fastest and easiest way to communicate with a large group of people these days. I will stay tuned for more posts.

Thanks.

#5 Robert on 2005-02-15 12:40 (Reply)

Hi Robert,

The source I've been using is at http://www.omegabrite.com/ where I order Omega for my daughter. You need to make sure that you buy only the purest form of Omega. This researcher has written a book on it, which I ordered and found helpful.

Good luck and let us know how you fare.

Terry

#5.1 Terry on 2005-02-15 22:10 (Reply)

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