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Underdiagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder in School Age Children
My son's Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) was diagnosed early - between kindergarten and first grade. His kindergarten... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Or Intention-Deficit?
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 »
Treating Children with ADHD and Depression
When a child comes to a doctor's office with problems with attention, whether it's due to ADHD or something else, usually the child has had... Read more »
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
ADD, or attention deficit disorder, is often used to describe ADD without hyperactivity. According to the diagnostic criteria, the correct... Read more »
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Medications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Several types of medication are used to treat ADHD.Psychostimulants: Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Similar DrugsPsychostimulants are the primary... Read more »
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesisTreatmentTreating ADHD is a partnership between the health care provider, parents or caregivers, and the child. For... Read more »
ADHD Issues: What are the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hypera...
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 »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Complications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Other Disorders Associated with ADHDSeveral disorders may mimic or accompany ADHD. Many of these conditions require other modes of treatment and... Read more »
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 »
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