Health Canada has just released an information update stating that clearer warnings about risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviours will be included in the prescribing information for all ADHD medications: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/52759a-eng.php Previously this warning was only included on Strattera (Atomoxetine). It is very important to read the updated information thoroughly and pay attention to the […]
A new study researching how individuals with low birth weights were impacted found that they had decreased chances of developing alcohol and substance use disorders later in life but an increased chance of developing other psychiatric problems. Funded by the Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR), the study followed children into their 30s and found […]
An interesting survey was recently conducted by Harris Poll for the newly-created Coalition to Prevent Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Medication Misuse (CPAMM), a network of organizations with the shared goal of developing and educational strategy for college students focusing on reducing misuse amongst college students. The study found that while students generally felt that they are […]
Keep your eyes out for our article in upcoming issues of Metro! CADDAC had the chance to speak with Metro news about October`s ADHD Awareness Month, and the article will be featured in issues across Vancouver BC, Calgary AB, Toronto ON, and Halifax NS. The article features an interview with comedian, actor, and ADHD advocate […]
What's in a Label? - Today's Parent Magazine I strongly disagree with the recent article in Today’s parent magazine “What’s in a Label?” http://www.todaysparent.com/family/parenting/kids-health-labelling-behaviour/, which states that labeling a child with a disorder, be it ADHD, ODD, anxiety or OCD, imprisons a child and gives them the feeling of a life sentence. Liza Finlay, a […]
CADDAC was thrilled to be the community sponsor of Doc Institute’s screening, “A Mind Like Mine - An Intimate Portrait of Life with Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder”. A film by Karen O’Donnell. This free documentary screening and public discussion series is focused on community engagement and activism. These screenings of local docs link […]
In 2012, CADDAC conducted a survey of parents with ADHD children. Participants were asked to define the stress levels experienced during the school year. More than half of the Canadian parents surveyed were not satisfied with the help their child is received at school, nor the knowledge that teachers and principals are perceived to have […]
People for Education recently released a report on Special Education in Ontario. To access the report, please click on this link: http://www.peopleforeducation.ca/pfe-news/new-report-shows-special-education-challenges-continue/ This report focuses on several issues, most of which CADDAC and undoubtedly many other organizations with an interest in education, have frequently heard from concerned and frustrated parents: Too few special education teachers […]
Although we have not received any significant feedback from parents or patients reporting distress regarding this shortage it is something that we CADDAC has been made aware of. Should you have any concerns please contact us and we would be happy to speak with you about this. For information on what to do if you […]
Dear Parents and Guardians, As one of CADDAC's advocacy initiatives, every time a new medication option for ADHD is approved by Health Canada, we contact the appropriate government agencies, when the opportunity exists, to inform them as to why this new option should be made accessible to children and/or adults with ADHD. Our view is […]
