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  • Dr Vijay Wagh

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    Behavioural & Developmental Paediatrician Providing expert care for children and adolescents with: • ADHD: Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and tailored management plans. • Autism Spectrum Disorder: … View Profile

    Stimulant medications (such as methylphenidate or amphetamines) help by boosting dopamine and noradrenaline levels. They work by: ✔ Helping the brain release more of these chemicals ✔ Keeping them around longer so signals travel more strongly This strengthens the brain’s ‘Wi-Fi signal,’ so children can: ■ Pay better attention ■ Feel less restless ■ Think before acting

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