Attention Deficit Disorder Articles

1). Fidgety Philip - A Brief History of ADHD By : Angie Dixon
Many people think ADHD is a recent "fad," a new diagnosis. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
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2). 8 Steps For Coping With And Healing Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) By : David Maillie
Attention deficit disorder is a serious disorder and it is not going away. It causes depression, inattentiveness, relationship and behavorial problems, deviant behavior (crime), can lead to drug abuse, alcoholism and even suicide. To better understand this disorder and correct it there are 8 steps we must follow: 1. Education. ADD can manifest itself in several different ways all depending upon the areas of the brain affected.
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3). Is It Really ADHD? By : Angie Dixon
"But ADHD symptoms are just things everyone does." Have you heard this? If you haven't, keep listening. I'm sure you will soon, probably from someone who means well. And it is true that not everyone who is overly hyperactive, inattentive or impulsive has ADHD.
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4). Adult Attention Deficit Disorder By : Alison Cole
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is usually identifiable in early stages of childhood. There are instances when the disorder continues until adulthood if treatment is not prompt or effective. This is known as Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (AADD). The impact of AADD is severe compared to ADD because as an adult, coping strategies are required to a greater extent with regard to disorganization and other symptoms of the syndrome.
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5). ADHD: Three Tips for Avoiding Medicine Battles By : Angie Dixon
I should start by saying my ADHD son is only ten, and the battle might start in earnest at any point, but so far we have not had major conflicts over taking his ADHD medicine. Twice he's spit it out, both times within about a month at about 8.5 years old. Both times I invoked some mild punishment and sat him down for a talk, and it hasn't happened since.
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6). Symptoms of ADHD: Hyperactivity/Impulsivity By : Angie Dixon
"Hyperactive" has almost become a buzzword in our culture, but when we talk about ADHD, hyperactivity and impulsivity, we're talking about some very specific behaviors.
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7). Research Shows...Facts About ADHD By : Angie Dixon
There are a lot of theories about ADHD, and a few of them are actually based in fact. I recently ran across some information from the National Institutes of Mental Health that I found really interesting.
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8). What is Attention Deficit Disorder - ADD? By : Steve Gee
A colleague of mine at work has a grandson diagnosed with child attention deficit disorder. When I talked to her about it, I wondered how you could tell whether it was ADD or 'just difficult or slow'. It is particularly difficult to tell with boys up to the age of about 16. Where do you draw the line? My own grandmother was a primary school Head teacher for many years and she used to say that boys did not develop intellectually as quickly as girls.
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9). Parent Revolution to Beat Dyslexia or Learning Disabilities By : Mira and Mark Halpert
5 Steps to Improve Standardized Test Scores� Success Standardized reading tests are a major challenge for many students, especially for those with Dyslexia or Learning Disabilities. The math tests are very difficult for students with reading comprehension issues because the questions are either ambiguous and or very wordy. For the child, the threats.
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10). ADHD Moms of ADHD Kids--Giving Yourself a Break By : Angie Dixon
Do you have ADHD? Are you a mom? Does one or more of your children have ADHD? I just want to give you a hug and say, "You poor thing. I know exactly how you feel." I know about the teachers sending notes home that your ADHD child didn't return a paper because you forgot to sign it. I know about missing important deadlines, like signing your ADHD child up for the Gifted and Talented program, because you forgot to check his backpack. I know about the non-ADHD child saying, "Mom, you forgot to pack our lunches--AGAIN.
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11). Understanding Attention Deficit Disorder By : Susan Jan
Attention Deficit Disorder, otherwise commonly known as ADD, is a psychosomatic condition which is normally characterized by learning and behavioral disorders.
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12). A Few ADHD Treatment Options Before Jumping To Medication By : Abigail Franks
There are several alternative treatment options available to the parents of children correctly diagnosed with ADHD or ADD. Attention Deficit Disorder or that with Hyperactive tendencies are a set of mental illnesses that are routinely mis diagnosed. This is due to the fact that many of the symptoms of ADHD and ADD are considered by many normal characteristics in growing kids.
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13). Is Your Child Lazy Or Is It ADHD? By : Angie Dixon
Having grown up with undiagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), I know how it feels to be labeled "lazy" when you're really just fighting ADHD and doing the best you can to fit your ADHD square peg into the round hole of life.
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14). Treating ADHD the Natural Way By : David Chandler
If you have trouble concentrating and/or sitting still, you may have ADHD. For more information about attention deficit disorder, visit the links at the bottom of this article.
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15). What Does ADHD Look Like? By : Angie Dixon
Sometimes it's hard to know if your child has ADHD or is just a "normal kid." Below are some symptoms of ADHD, taken according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. If your child fits this profile AND you and your child are having difficulties because of the possible ADHD symptoms, it might be a good idea to see a doctor qualified to diagnose ADHD in children.
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16). ADD - What Is It? By : Michael Russell
ADHD, or what's more commonly referred to as simply ADD, is one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed diseases in the world. The truth is, most people don't understand ADD and wouldn't recognize a person with it if they saw one. It is the hope of this article and the series to follow, to educate you about ADD, what it is, how it's diagnosed, how it's treated and several other topics that hopefully will aid in your awareness and understanding of this disease.
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17). ADD - Alternative Treatments By : Michael Russell
In this article we're going to discuss some alternative treatments for someone suffering from ADD. Unfortunately some people suffering from ADD cannot handle taking medication, either for psychological or physical reasons. For these people their only recourse is taking an alternative path. There are many alternative treatments for ADD. We'll be going over the most common.
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18). Can I Be My Own Add Coach? By : Tara McGillicuddy
Quite often I am in contact with people who discuss acting as an ADD Coach for their child or spouse. While supporting and helping loved ones with ADD is a great idea, acting as an ADD Coach really isn't a great idea. There is just way too much emotion involved and an ADD Coach needs to be far enough removed from the situation to be an effective ADD Coach.
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19). ADHD Newsflash: "Ignoring Useless Information Aids Memory" By : Angie Dixon
It was one of those "Well, DUH" moments for me. I was researching ADHD and came across the headline, "Ignoring Useless Information Aids Memory."
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20). Five Tips for Handling ADHD In Your Family By : Angie Dixon
Having more than one child is a challenge. Okay, having one child is a challenge, having two or more is a monumental challenge. When one of those children (or more than one) has ADHD, the challenge multiplies exponentially. Below are some tips for handling ADHD in the family.
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21). Who Can Diagnose ADHD? By : Angie Dixon
A lot of parents have questions about who to consult when they suspect their child might have ADHD. Who can diagnose? Who can treat? What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a psychologist?
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22). Tips For Finding Professionals Who Understand Adult ADD By : Tara McGillicuddy
One of the biggest concerns that I hear from adults with ADD is that they can't find a professional who really understands adult ADD. Many people begin with their primary care physician or go through their insurance company to try to get evaluated and/or treated for adult ADD. Some very lucky people do find great professionals on their first try but the majority of people sadly do not.
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23). What Is ADD & What Natural Remedies Can Help Alleviate Symptoms By : Gray Rollins
ADD, or Attention Deficit Disorder, is a growing problem facing children today. ADD is a type of hyperactivity disorder most commonly found in children, but it can also be present in adults. It is currently the most commonly diagnosed behavior disorder in children and is believed to afflict more than two million children. Ritalin and similar stimulating drugs are often used to treat this illness.
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24). Talking to Your ADHD Child About ADHD By : Angie Dixon
When my son was first diagnosed with ADHD and started medication, I was so caught up in the ADHD diagnosis and the treatment that I forgot to talk to him about what was going on. I started giving him medicine, and my precious, 7-year-old ADHD son said, "Is something really bad wrong with me?" We sat down right there on the edge of the tub and had The Talk.
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25). ADHD Treatment: What Are the Goals? By : Angie Dixon
Do you know what you're hoping to get out of your ADHD child's treatment? Do you have a treatment plan that shows you how and why you're working on a specific ADHD problem?
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