re: Would you allow you child to be put on Adderall/Vyvanse at 8-10 years of age?

I was diagnosed with dyslexia in 3rd grade. My older siblings were straight A students and I was the kid who brought home Cs. I felt stupid when it came to academics. I used to say things like “I am dumb and stupid” and my parents encouraged me not to convince myself that I was dumb.
My dad did not want to put me on medication until I was older and practically let me decide if I wanted to go on them or not when I started high school. I started on Concerta when I was a freshman in high school and I absolutely hated it. So my parents and I decided not to take it.
I was not a good student early in high school but my grades improved every year because I was learning how I learned best.
To make a long story short, I thankfully got accepted into a smaller university and by that time I knew how to work w my dyslexia and how to learn. I have a doctorate degree and define myself as successful.
Now concerning you decision, encourage your child and try not to let him get himself down. Medication does work for a lot of people but it may change his personality. Being so young I do not see the rush to start medication. It is ok to have mediocre grades growing up.
I was not diagnosed with ADHD so no personal experience with that. I do believe exercise and extracurricular activities help. especially if you can help him find something he is truly interested in.
Sorry for long post. Sorry for spelling and grammar errors. Give me a break I’m dyslexic haha.