Staying medicated with ADD Dear Annie
A mother seeks guidance as her 7 year old diagnosed with ADD thrives on medication while the father fears overmedication calling their son robotic. The adviser urges a joint consult with a licensed therapist to determine the best course tailored to the child.
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Testosterone Therapy Pros and Cons for Older Men
A reader asks about a JAMA study of men 65 and older on testosterone showing no cognitive benefit and possible increased noncalcified coronary plaques, balanced by gains in bone density and improved sexual function. Advice stresses individualized risk, proper deficiency criteria, prescription sourcing, and discussion of low dose aspirin with a physician.
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Plano
Texas
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Readers share tips on plastic bags and shoes
A Heloise column roundup collects reader ideas for reusing plastic bags and avoiding new purchases. Suggestions include using bags for pantry help and homeless mats, bags for dog waste pickup, and school projects, plus shoe fitting advice and dryer lint tips.
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Ohio
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Doyle H
Houston
Smyth
Wyoming
Rosemary R
Youngstown
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