I’m trying Dales marinade for the first time on some steaks. Should I add some to the veggies that will top them or just margarine or what should i add?

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Being you are using Dales for the first time I suggest you just marinate the steaks in them. That way if you don’t care for the flavor it won’t be on everything. I personally like Dales.

A study done in 2007 shows that misuse and abuse of medication prescribed by ADHD is fast becoming a nationwide problem. This study had participation of nearly 11000 4th year students from colleges all over the US. These students we promised that their identity will be concealed to ensure honest and open answer.

Results included the following:
- About 6.9% of college students reported non-medical use of prescription stimulants during their lifetime, 4.1% reported such use in the past year, and 2.1% in the past month.

- It was also found that there are twice as much as male than female students who abuse these stimulants. Compared to African American, Caucasians uses them at a significantly higher level.

- Those in a sorority and fraternity are likely to use stimulants twice as much as non members.

- Use was higher among students with a GPA of B or below.

- A collage with a more competitive admission criteria have higher number of students that abuses stimulants compared to colleges with lower admission criteria.

Usage of stimulants not for medical purpose is associated with usage of other substance. Observe the following statistics that compares those who uses stimulants versus those that don’t.

- Use of cigarettes: 67% vs. 24%
- Frequent binge drinking: 69% vs. 21%
- Use of ecstasy: 19% vs. 1%
- Use of cocaine: 17% vs. 1%
- Driving after binge drinking: 35% vs. 9%
- Being the passenger of a drunk driver: 66% vs. 21%

The number one reason for using stimulants according to respondents were to enhance academic performance outside of class. Stimulants are also used for leisure but no significant findings are tied to this belief.

There is speculation that many of these students have undiagnosed ADD. And what about those who do not have ADD, but have what they feel are some of the same symptoms, especially attentional difficulties. And yet, interestingly enough, many who used to get a grip on their attentional abilities actually reported having more problems with attention!

Finding of this study might be relaying something important to parents who anxious about their children getting involved in stimulant abuse.

Here are a few symptoms that parents’ needs to observe.

1. Is your child under a lot of academic pressure, either to get in, or to excel, at his particular university? You may notice that he seems obsessed with getting into a school, or once in, worries constantly about keeping up and doing well.
2. How are his grades? If he seems horribly stressed and yet his grades are not reflective of his efforts, check with him.
3. Has your daughter lost a good bit of weight? Is she irritable and does she complain of having no appetite? Is this normal for her?
4. Is there other substance abuse that you are aware of?
5. Is your child complaining of problems with attention?
6. Does your child seem depressed?

While the answers to these questions may not be a sure sign that your child is engaging in non-medical use of stimulants, pay attention to the answers anyway. You will definitely learn something about what your child is experiencing!

Whatever the reasons are for using stimulants illegally, this study does get our attention, pardon the pun! It is crucial that there is more education for college students about stimulant abuse. In addition, more accurate information about what ADD is and how it can be treated must be provided. More needs to be understood about other problems that can contribute to difficulties with Attention deficit disorder and the importance of seeking professional assistance for those issues rather than opting for self-medication. Finally, and for the reasons above, it remains crucial to continue finding alternative methods and non-medical interventions that can assist people with ADHD.

Or should I take no meds at all. Any suggestions would be helpful.

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Forget meds, they don’t work. They just mask the symptoms. What you need to do is to change your diet. Try a Japanese diet, there is almost no ADHD in Japan. Eat lots of oily fish, the Omega 3 oil that they has been shown to help the brain. It improves concentration and helps to promote natural wellbeing. Also try increasing your intake of fresh fruit and vegetables. It might sound like hippie nonsense, but it really does work.
In Britain they conducted a trial in a prison where they changed the convicts diets and it reduced violence and bad behavior by between 50 and 75%. If it can help cons then it can help normal people, too.

Have you been wondering why so many parents are choosing to forgo public education and teach their children at home? Here is a look at 5 pros of homeschooling, along with reasons you should consider educating your children at home.

1. Academics

Although some parents are concerned that they are not qualified to teach their children, statistics show that homeschoolers outperform their peers in both public school and private school on standardized tests. Homeschooling provides a one on one, tutorial environment that is geared to the student’s needs. Children proceed at their own pace through lessons that are tailored to their interests and learning styles. They develop a love of learning that will serve them through college and beyond.

2. Socialization

Socialization is usually cited as a reason not to homeschool. However, I believe socialization is one of the main benefits of homeschooling. Unlike children in public schools who spend their days with others who share their age and socioeconomic status, homeschooled children learn in a diverse, real world environment. These children are regularly exposed to individuals of various backgrounds and ages through participation in support groups and community activities, and they learn positive social behaviors from the adults around them.

3. Safety

Children who are taught at home grow up in a cooperative environment that is free from teasing, bullying and negative peer pressure. Instead of spending their energy learning to conform in order to avoid harassment, homeschooled children learn to appreciate their unique characteristics and share them with the world. These children also avoid pressure to use drugs and engage in other risky behaviors at an early age. Instead of being too sheltered to survive in the real world, homeschool students leave home with the strong self concept they need to face life’s challenges.

4. Freedom

Freedom and flexibility are also pros of homeschooling. When teaching their own children, parents have the freedom to choose materials that fit their values and needs. They have more control over what their children are taught, and are able to wait to introduce sensitive or controversial topics. Homeschooling families also have the ability to set their own schedules. This provides them with more freedom to plan field trips, vacations, and other appointments.

5. Family

Family unity is one of the most important homeschool advantages. In addition to spending 6 hours per day away from home, public school students use their evenings to complete homework and attend outside activities, leaving little time to build relationships with their parents and siblings. Homeschoolers recapture these essential daytime hours. They spend time learning and growing as a family, and building memories they will treasure for years to come.

People classify people just on the way the act do you think people should classify ADD kids and ADHD kids?
Also what pills can you take for ADD and ADHD i know i take aderal but what are the other kinds out there?

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most children with ADHD shoudl be in the regular class with supports in place
some 9espceially with a co cucurrent significant learnign disability may need to be is a special ed class at least part of teh day
the meds are usually in the stimulant class–they actually calm down ADHD
Concerta, Ritalin, etc
while many undisciplined children are labeled with ADHD–
there really is such a condtion that has nothing to do with a discipline problem