Attention Deficit/
Inattentiveness is when the child is easily distracted and has difficulty focusing or...
For some people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, medication treatment is enough. Either their ADHD is mild, they have their... Read more »
My son's Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) was diagnosed early - between kindergarten and first grade. His kindergarten... Read more »
Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA ADDA Vice President We're often judged by our actions, because people assume that they reflect our intentions. As... Read more »
You think you have ADHD. You have struggled throughout your life with paying attention and focusing. You have a need to be constantly... Read more »
ADD, or attention deficit disorder, is often used to describe ADD without hyperactivity. According to the diagnostic criteria, the correct... Read more »
Wide arrays of symptoms indicate the presence of ADHD. A common ADHD symptom is the difficulty or inability to sustain attention. Other symptoms... Read more »
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A combination of a psychostimulant, most commonly methylphenidate (Ritalin), and cognitive-behavioral therapy is proving to be the best option for... Read more »
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Several types of medication are used to treat ADHD.Psychostimulants: Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Similar DrugsPsychostimulants are the primary... Read more »
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Other TreatmentsDietary ApproachesA number of diets have been suggested for people with ADHD. Several well-conducted studies have failed to support... Read more »
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ADHD can pose challenges for children and their families.Emotional ProblemsChildren with ADHD, especially those who also have anxiety or depression... Read more »