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[quote=Anonymous]My daughter (8) has generalized anxiety and ADHD (primarily inattentive). We have tried many many therapies and different approaches but reached a point when we turned to medication for the anxiety because child was not really functional. The difference has been nothing short of remarkable. She still has a fair bit of anxiety but is able to participate in activities, interact with people, go to school, and deal with her feelings. However, the ADHD is only becoming increasingly obvious. We have been very nervous about addressing it with stimulants as they are known to increase anxiety but decided to try since the attention issues are affecting her so much at school and probably themselves a source of anxiety. However, the med trials have not gone well. The stimulants have indeed caused overwhelming feelings of anxiety, much like the old days. We are working with a good psychiatrist who has suggested strattera as a possibility. But I haven't read anything very good about strattera and have read some disturbing things. I am wondering if any parents with similar children have any thoughts or advice. Thank you in advance.[/quote]

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