Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a neurological disorder that makes it hard to concentrate and can cause a wealth of behavioral problems, including impulsivity and hyperactivity. It is associated with a broad functional impairment. Because there are several forms of the disorder, it can be incorrectly diagnosed and ... Read More
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Treatment for ADD & ADHD
So, you've been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD — or maybe, the diagnosis concerns someone else, like a loved one or family member. The question you're probably asking is this: Now what? While ADHD isn't just a childhood illness, most diagnoses occur when the person affected is a child. According to a large-scale study on ... Read More
An Eye-opening Look at Therapy Solutions for ADD / ADHD
Certain patterns of behavior can be extremely worrying when you observe them in your child. Erratic behavior, impulsive decision-making, hyperactivity and lack of focus can all be indicative of several disorders, but a very likely one is ADHD. Most parents know that ADHD is a mental disorder that fits loosely in the ... Read More
When Is ADHD Medication Necessary for Your Child?
It's estimated that 13% of men and 4% of women live with an attention-deficit disorder such as ADD or ADHD. These conditions significantly impact a person's ability to focus in certain settings, which is why many adults in this population manage their condition with medication. In children, however, ... Read More
Substance Abuse and People with ADHD
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is not easy. People with this disease have an extremely hard time concentrating. Depending on the severity of their ADHD, they can have trouble staying focused, daydream frequently, fidget, forgetfulness, chattiness, trouble following directions, frequently lose ... Read More
ADHD: Dual Diagnosis, or a Gateway, Gateway Disorder?
ADHD is a psychiatric disorder that is treated, often, with cognitive enhancing stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin. There’s been controversy for a long time around these medications opening the door for a teenager to experiment with alcohol and tobacco, chemical substances often considered “gateway drugs”. So is ADHD ... Read More
How Does ADHD Affect Drug or Alcohol Addiction
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD is a psychiatric disorder usually diagnosed in childhood. ADHD is a chronic disorder with symptoms that ebb and flow throughout the course of a person’s life. What Are The Symptoms of ADHD? ADHD presents with an inability to be calm and still. A person can get ... Read More
Mental Health: ADD & ADHD
What Is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is among the most common brain-based disorders. While it can look differently for different people, its most common symptoms include inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. It generally manifests through an inability to sit still, focus on details, ... Read More