ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What is ADHD?
ADHD is a condition that affects about 3% to 7% of school-aged children. Although symptoms are first noticed in childhood, some children's symptoms continue into their adult lives.
Symptoms of ADHD:
The most common behaviors exhibited by those who have ADHD are inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
Causes of ADHD
The exact origin of ADHD is unknown, but scientists speculate that the disorder may be caused by one or more of several factors.
Treatment of ADHD
Although there is no "cure" for ADHD there are accepted treatments that specifically target its symptoms.
Consequences of untreated ADHD
How does someone seek help for this disorder?
For more information on ADHD, including possible prescriptions, you may want to check out this link:
More information on ADHD
posted by Mesmur @ 3/11/2008
9 comments
9 Comments:
This is very good information and a very good site. While Ritalin IS over prescribed ... there are many cases where it, or another medication, is appropriate.
The consequences of untreated ADHD are as they say and the symptoms are also as they say.
VERY GOOD site ... and valuable information.
i almost clicked away because i had the misfortune of reading some university professor whining about how adhd is such a hideous excuse and it doesn't exist. (evidently he's friends with tom cruise) i thought somehow i'd managed to stumble back there again.
glad to see someone posting about this. i'm an adult with adhd who'd love to do without the meds, but haven't found a better solution yet.
might wanna check out dr. amen's site as well. his book on healing add is really helpful.
nice site!
peace,
ender
Great post! We need more people like you educating others about AD/HD!
ADHD is very REAL ... and is devastating if not properly treated. Even then it can rule a person's ENTIRE life ... I know as I was and am ADHAD and my 33 year old son is also.
It IS too frequently used as an excuse for bad behavior and drugs are too readily prescribed by doctors and demanded by parents. However, for those of us that it IS real for ... drugs are a way to live a normal life. And it is definitely NOT an excuse.
Great info and site. I'm President of a young Autism foundation called Treasure Souls. Our story can be read via my blog. We're still in the development stages but we hope to play a big role soon!
Well I think ADHD is a big, stinky illusion.
Hi,
I thought I'd let you know that you have some very interesting information here. It was well worth the time I spent here.
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I found your blog interesting and thanks for the usefull links.
ADHD is a lot of pain and hope never to meet it anywhere.
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