Saturday, February 11, 2012

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Contributor_badge Jeff Hamilton

Jeff Hamilton

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ADD/ADHD blog http://pillsdontteachskills.com, A Personal Story of Overcoming the Challenges of Adult ADD

My ADD Concerta Experience

Ah yes, the never ending debate of medicating, over-medicating, under-medicating and misdiagnosing ADD/ADHD. For me, I'd have to say it was just right. I was on Concerta for a couple of years and benefited from being on it. However, the phrase "pills don't teach skills" is one of the most accurate and impactful statements I have heard during my... Read moreChevron
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ADHD Diagnosis Controversy

Some people still question whether ADHD is a legitimate condition.  Some say ADHD is overdiagnosed; others say that ADHD is the product of bad parenting; while still others say that ADHD is completely fabricated.   According to the American Psychiatric Association, ADHD is indeed a neurobehavioral condition.   It is... Read moreChevron
Expert_badge Dr. Robb Mapou

Who Am I and Why Am I Doing This?

Hi! I'm Dr. Robb Mapou, and this is the beginning of my blog on learning disabilities, with a focus on adults. A lot of folks have suggested that I do this, but not being of the computer generation, I kind of said, "Who, me? I don't know how to blog!" On the other hand, I have always been a writer: I published a newspaper in my fourth grade... Read moreChevron
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Question of the Week: Who Diagnosed Your ADHD?

There are many different medical professionals that can diagnose ADHD, some individuals begin with their family doctor, others may seek out a psychologist or a psychiatrist.   One of our members recently asked on the Q & A section which medical professional would be best to diagnose ADHD.   My question this week is:   Who... Read moreChevron
ali

ali

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33 year old mom, wife, nurse

evaluation part one

Alright, deep breath.Today was my son's first part of his evaluation. Yesterday he turned 5, it's been a big week.I was surprised as soon as walked into the little office and shut the door to be told I was leaving my son there, alone. He seemed cool with it, so I reminded him where I would be, and went back out to waiting room. Then I broke into a... Read moreChevron

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