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...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder generally characterized by the following... Read more »
Short-term memory--the type we use in order to stay focused on a task--appears to fluctuate more in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity... Read more »
(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may face problems with alcohol as they get older. Two new studies... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Stimulant Medications and Heart RisksAll ADHD stimulant drugs carry warnings that they should not be used by patients with structural heart problems... Read more »