Dangerous and Common: What You Need to Know About Adderall Abuse
Accumulating evidence suggests that millions of Americans are abusing Adderall, and the consequences could be deadly.
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ADHD Diagnosis Rates in the US Have Skyrocketed, Study Finds
The number of children in the U.S. who have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has increased by 43% since 2003.
Continue reading →Everything You Need to Know About ADHD
All of us – children and adults alike – have trouble focusing, sleeping, and managing everyday tasks at some point. But when those challenges are more the norm than the exception, ADHD might be the culprit. Here’s what you need to know about the disorder.
Continue reading →ADHD Medications Linked to Sleep Troubles in Children, Study Finds
A new research review has found that medications commonly used to treat ADHD may reduce the quantity and quality of sleep for many children taking the drugs.
Continue reading →Researchers Urge Caution in Use of Popular ADHD Medication
A team of independent researchers warns that doctors should take caution in prescribing the drug methylphenidate, commonly known by the brand name Ritalin, for children and adolescents with ADHD.
Continue reading →Let Them Squirm: Studies Show Fidgeting Helps Children With ADHD Learn
Two recent studies show that constant movement in children with ADHD may improve their cognitive performance.
Continue reading →What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD)?
Do you always feel like you’re on the go? Do you often become easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds? Does your child have difficulty sitting still, often fidgeting or squirming? These are all signs of ADHD. Find out more about what ADHD is here.
Continue reading →What is the Difference Between ADD and ADHD?
A brief overview of the differences between ADD and ADHD, including a list of common symptoms of each.
Continue reading →Overview of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Symptoms
ADHD is a real disorder with different types and severities. It can affect people at any age. It is important to understand ADHD as best as one can when dealing with it.
Continue reading →What are the Different Types of ADHD?
A basic overview of the different types of ADHD, including hyperactive-impulsive and Inattentive.
Continue reading →Where Does ADHD Come From?
To this day, there is no clear answer to this question. We know that ADHD has a strong neurobiological basis. Neurobiological is a big word that refers to the nervous system.
Continue reading →What Causes ADHD?
Research shows that ADHD can be caused by multiple factors. A chemical imbalance, poor diet, heredity, developmental difficulties, and differences in brain structure are all factors explored here.
Continue reading →Common Disorders Associated with ADHD
Learn more about ADHD and how it may co-exist with Anxiety, Depression or Bipolar Disorder.
Continue reading →Children and ADHD
ADHD does not affect a child’s intelligence or his ability to reason whatsoever. It is just an extra obstacle that a child must learn to manage during the course of his or her life. Learn about what your child may be experiencing if he/she has ADHD.
Continue reading →The Whats and Hows of ADHD in Children
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood, and unfortunately, most of its causes are unknown. Find out more about ADHD here.
Continue reading →Is My Child at Risk for ADHD?
What type of child develops ADHD? There are several factors that can put your child at risk for ADHD. Learn more about what researchers have discovered, including the ‘gender connection’, the ‘biological connection’, environment and heredity.
Continue reading →How Do I Know If My Child Has ADD/ADHD?
Learn what to look for. A brief overview of possible symptoms your child may be demonstrating.
Continue reading →15 Things Parents Can Do to Make Life With ADHD Easier
Having a child with ADHD can be frustrating and overwhelming at times, but there are things you can do to make life easier for you – and your child.
Continue reading →My Child’s Teacher Told Me That My Child Has ADHD
Practical steps to take if your child’s teacher is making a diagnosis of ADHD.
Continue reading →How is ADHD Diagnosed in Children?
What are the steps to diagnosing ADHD in children and young adults? Find out what your healthcare professional will need to learn in order to determine whether your child or teen has occasional problems maintaining focus or an attention deficit disorder.
Continue reading →ADHD and Your Child’s Social Life
What you need to know and some ideas on how to help your child get through social problems.
Continue reading →How is Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Diagnosed?
What are the steps to diagnosing ADD in adults? Find out what your healthcare professional will need to learn in order to determine whether you have occasional problems losing focus or an attention deficit disorder.
Continue reading →Living With Adult ADHD
A personal story with techniques and ideas that can really help to relieve symptoms of adult ADHD.
Continue reading →ADD/ADHD Treatment Options
Individuals who have been diagnosed with ADHD have many treatment options available to them. Behavior therapy, cognitive therapy, social skills training, as well as parent education and training are just some of the many treatments for ADHD.
Continue reading →Herbs and Vitamins for ADHD
Natural treatments options for ADHD include Bacopa, American Ginseng, Arctic Root (Rhodiola Rosea), Choline, German Chamomile Flowers, B Complex Vitamins, and minerals like Zinc and Magnesium. Learn about alternative ADHD treatments that can help to promote focus, attention, concentration, mental clarity, and memory function
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