Hyperactive Adult Treatment
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Other Treatments
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Complications
Other Treatments
Dietary Approaches
A number of diets have been suggested for people with ADHD. Several well-conducted studies have failed to support dietary effects of sugar and food additives on behavior, except possibly in a very small percentage of children. Still, various studies have reported behavioral improvement with diets that restrict possible allergens in the diet. Parents may want to discuss with their doctor implementing an elimination diet of certain foods that would not be harmful...
Read moreMore information on "Hyperactive Adult Treatment"
From Our Experts
Your Own Olympic Glory... What Are You Waiting For?
Rory Stern, PsyD, ADDA Board of Director If I had been just a little more timely, I might have been able to ride the emotional wave of... Read more »
What Does Hyperactivity Look Like in Adults?
Everyone with ADHD is not hyperactive and even when it is present, hyperactivity tends to lessen and change as children grow into... Read more »
ADHD Symptoms Series: Hyperactivity
When you are seeking information about symptoms of any particular condition or disorder, it can sometimes be difficult to wade through the... Read more »
Actually, I'm New Here Myself
As the humorist Bill Bryson stated in a title of one of his books "Actually, I'm New Here Myself". I volunteered to blog for a month for... 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 »
From Our Sources
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A combination of a psychostimulant, most commonly methylphenidate (Ritalin), and cognitive-behavioral therapy is proving to be the best option for... Read more »
Women with ADHD: Special Considerations
According to the Mayo Clinic , it is estimated that 7.5% of school-aged children have AD/HD. The great majority of these children grow up to be... Read more »
When to See a Doctor About ADHD
Adult ADD/ADHD is a relatively new concept. For many years, ADD and ADHD were considered to be disorders of childhood. It was thought that... Read more »
ADHD Issues: How is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (...
ADHD and childhood behavioral disorders are usually better treated in specialized education settings with behavioral management of the disruptive... Read more »
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 »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
