There is no single test to diagnose ADHD. A doctor will make a diagnosis based on a physical exam, history of behavior, and specific symptoms. Your cihlds pediatrician may refer you to a mental health professional who is experienced in childhood disorders such as ADHD.
History of Behavior. The doctor will ask for a detailed history of the childs behavior. Parents should describe specific problems encountered during the childs development, family history of...
Read moreI sometimes receive emails from adults who have been diagnosed with ADHD and are angry about the diagnosis. Some are angry because they... Read more »
Last week, my question was: Do you know someone that is in denial about their ADHD or refuses treatment? We received a number of responses... Read more »
ADHD is often diagnosed when a child reaches school age although many parents say they knew something was "wrong" or "different" for... Read more »
For over 100 years, the symptoms that constitute ADHD have been continuously refined by the scientific community. Many researchers note... Read more »
It's a classic story, in a sense. The quiet child who never got into trouble. The teacher's pet. The sensitive one who had a rich inner... Read more »
Over the years, we have seen specials on television, read books and articles, all on Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity. More often than... Read more »
Medication is an effective treatment for the symptoms of ADHD. Commonly prescribed medications include: Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, Dexedrine and... Read more »
When a child enters first grade, he/she has his/her first experience with needing to sit still, pay attention for extended periods of time, homework... Read more »
ADHD is a medical diagnosis. There is, however, no definitive medical test to prove or disprove whether ADHD is present. Diagnosis is determined... Read more »
Because of the subjective nature of the diagnosis, there has been a long running debate on the accuracy of the diagnosis as well as whether or not... Read more »