ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesis
Although there is no proven way to prevent ADHD, early identification and treatment can prevent many of the problems associated with ADHD.
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By Ari Tuckman, PsyD, MBA - ADDA Board Member As a psychologist, most of my clients come to me to do better in their life: make their... Read more »
Probably the most popular method to treat ADHD in children is through the various ADHD medications. For many children the medications can... Read more »
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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 »
ADHD and childhood behavioral disorders are usually better treated in specialized education settings with behavioral management of the disruptive... 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 »
ADHD medication has seen its share of controversy. It has been touted as a way of turning children into zombies or a way of quieting children so that... Read more »
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ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesisTreatmentTreating ADHD is a partnership between the health care provider, parents or caregivers, and the child. For... Read more »
Academic failure, substance abuse, low self-esteem and an increase in the risk of antisocial and criminal behavior. These are some of the possible... Read more »