Adhd In Adults
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Stimulant Medications and Heart Risks
All ADHD stimulant drugs carry warnings that they should not be used by patients with structural heart problems or pre-existing heart conditions (high blood pressure, heart failure, heart rhythm disturbances, or congenital heart disease). These drugs have been associated with sudden death in children with heart problems. They have also been associated with sudden death, stroke, and heart attack in adults with a history of heart disease. The...
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Diagnosing ADHD in Adults
If a child has ADHD there's better than a 1 in 2 chance that he or she will continue to have the disorder into adulthood. Impulsivity,... Read more »
Howie Mandel Raises Awareness about ADHD in Adults
It's always nice when a celebrity with ADHD is willing to acknowledge it and even better, when they make an effort to educate people about... Read more »
ADHD in Adults
The concept of ADHD in adults is relatively new. It was previously thought that ADHD was a childhood disorder and disappeared as a child... Read more »
Denial of ADHD in Adults
ADD can interfere with daily life, in children and adults. Although once thought to be a childhood disorder, research has shown that it... Read more »
ADHD Treatment in Adult Correctional Facilities
Over the past 30 years as inpatient and outpatient mental health services decreased across the United States, more and more adults and... Read more »
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ADHD at Work
For some, requesting accommodations help by giving extra assistance when needed. Not all adults with ADHD are comfortable asking for help. Adults,... Read more »
ADHD: Holiday Depression in Adults with ADHD
The holiday season can be filled with parties and celebrations. Everywhere we turn, we are inundated with messages that this is the season of joy. ... Read more »
How ADHD Symptoms Manifest in Adults
The DSM-IV (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) is the guide doctors use when diagnosing ADHD. But much of the wording included in this reference... Read more »
Tips for Success in Adult Relationships with ADHD
Work closely with your doctor to create a treatment plan. This should include making sure you have an accurate diagnosis. Often, with ADD, there... Read more »
Strategies for Managing Adult ADHD
Many adults with ADHD have found systems and coping mechanisms to manage the everyday symptoms of ADHD. However, others struggle daily with... Read more »
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