This is particularly useful in cases where speed of processing is demonstrated to be delayed or slowed. Ritalin can be particularly effective, initiating therapy at 10 mg. The medication should be tapered in a schedule similar to initiating therapy. Anti-anxietals should be systematically weaned. Anti-depressant therapies can be considered.
Preferential response seems related to serotonergic medications.
Consider changing dosage to before bed should undue daytime sedation occur with serotonergic medications. Medications such as Restoril and Ambien can be used and should be tapered prior to discontinuation. Total days used should be less than two weeks. A program should be initiated for sleep education and return to normal sleep cycle and pattern. Naps should be avoided.