Comments on: Are ADHD drugs such as ritalin and adderall prescribed by doctors (general physicians) or psychiatrists?

By: Red

Red — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 17:29:17 +0000

either one can prescribe it but my son gets his from the pediatrician
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By: von

von — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 15:28:53 +0000

Both! Hugs! Von
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By: ruthbeckersc

ruthbeckersc — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:15:42 +0000

both. if you're not comfortable going to a psychiatrist then talk to your doctor. I personally get my prescription from my doctor but that's only because the psychiatrists office is in a very public place and around here people treat you different if they know you have a problem....it's sucky but that's the way it is.
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By: maddlove2

maddlove2 — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:07:00 +0000

Both unfortunally this drug being prescribed is out of control!
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By: kissmybum

kissmybum — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:06:18 +0000

both
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By: myheartisjames

myheartisjames — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:05:49 +0000

both
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By: Jan S

Jan S — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:02:48 +0000

Unfortunately, GPs are allowed to prescribe them as well.
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By: Serving Jesus

Serving Jesus — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:02:46 +0000

Yes. A doctor can prescribe any drug, whether he is a general physician or a psychiatrist. Basically, your general physician will prescribe such drugs unless he feels you should be seen by someone with more expertise than himself.
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By: melissa s

melissa s — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:02:01 +0000

general physicians
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By: David B

David B — Wed, 01 Nov 2006 14:00:04 +0000

both.
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