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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder, usually diagnosed in childhood, which manifests itself with symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, mood shifts, poor impulse control, and distractibility.http://www.behavenet.com/capsules/disorders/mntldsrdr.htm In neurological pathology, ADHD is currently considered to be a chronic syndrome for which no medical cure is available. Pediatric patients as well as adults may present with ADHD, which is believed to affect between 3-5% of the human population.http://www.webmd.com/diseases_and_conditions/add_adhd.htm
Much controversy surrounds the diagnosis of ADHD, such as over whether or not the diagnosis denotes a disability in its traditional sense or simply describes a personal or neurological property of an individual. Those who believe that ADHD is a traditional disability or disorder often debate over how it should be treated, if at all. According to a majority of medical research in the United States, as well as other countries, ADHD is today generally regarded to be a non-curable neurological disorder for which, however, a wide range of effective treatments are available. Methods of treatment usually involve some combination of medication, psychotherapy, and other techniques. Many patients are able to control their symptoms over time, even without the use of medication. Some individuals who meet the diagnostic criteria of ADHD, according to the guidelines of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, do not consider themselves to be mentally ill, as the manual suggests,http://www.behavenet.com/capsules/disorders/mntldsrdr.htm and therefore may remain undiagnosed or, after a positive diagnosis, untreated.
ADHD is most commonly diagnosed in children. When diagnosed in adults, it is regarded as adult attention-deficit disorder (AADD). It is believed that anywhere between 30 to 70% of children diagnosed with ADHD retain the disorder as adults.
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ADHD Drugs: Sudden Death Risk Higher? - WebMD
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:31:19 -0000
Visit BulgariaADHD Drugs: Sudden Death Risk Higher?WebMDJune 15, 2009 -- A new study suggests that children and teens who take stimulants like Ritalin for ADHD have an increased risk for sudden ...Is Ritalin Too Risky for Kids With ADHD?U.S. News & World ReportChildren taking ADHD medication may be at risk of sudden cardiac deathNew York Daily NewsADHD stimulants raises kids' heart attack risks, FDA holds its ...Los Angeles TimesWall Street Journal -ABC News -Huffington Postall 402 news articles »
Genes Responsible for ADHD Identified - Harian Global
Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:33:43 -0000
Genes Responsible for ADHD IdentifiedHarian GlobalHundreds of variations in genes which more frequently occur among attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) sufferers have been identified by ...and more »
Impulse Control: Helping ADHD Students Manage Their Behaviors - ADDitude
Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:54:56 -0000
ADDitudeImpulse Control: Helping ADHD Students Manage Their BehaviorsADDitudeADHD children often get in trouble for acting on their impulses. Find techniques for home and school that will help children with attention deficit disorder ...Potential Utility of Screening Selected Injured Children for ADHDAAP Grand Rounds (registration)all 3 news articles »
ADHD medications may be linked to sudden unexplained death - Modern Medicine
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:03:08 -0000
ADHD medications may be linked to sudden unexplained deathModern Medicine... use of stimulant medications (used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder [ADHD]) and sudden unexplained death in children and adolescents. ...and more »
Back with the Folks: Adult ADHD Is the Career Culprit - ADDitude
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:32:35 -0000
Back with the Folks: Adult ADHD Is the Career CulpritADDitudeMy latest complaint is that Gotham is not kind to people with ADHD. There is the constant jarring noise of big city life. At night I fall asleep to sirens ...and more »
ADHD drug in kid, placebo effect in adults - United Press International
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 05:01:22 -0000
ADHD drug in kid, placebo effect in adultsUnited Press InternationalThe review of existing studies evaluating whether placebos produce significant changes in children with ADHD -- published in the Journal of Development ...Placebo Effects In Caregivers May Change Behavior Of Children With ...Science Daily (press release)ADHD Meds Have Placebo Effect--For CaregiversADDitudeall 12 news articles »
4-ADHD - Explains treatment and symptoms, with a fact sheet for parents. Includes examples, FAQ, and advice on when to seek professional help.
Meta Description: [ ADHD attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common disorders diagnosed among children and adolescents. ]
ADD/ADHD: What Every Parent Should Know - Explores aspects of attention deficit disorders in children. Includes symptoms, coexisting conditions, school involvement, diagnosis, family impact, and treatment.
Meta Description: [ Learn the facts about ADHD. ]
ADHD and Your School-aged Child - Fact sheet for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Includes symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment information.
ADHD Fact File - Provides overview and general recommendations for parents. Includes symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and links to additional articles.
Meta Description: [ Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most controversial topics in kid's health today. Australian health practitioners disagree on the definition of the condition, and there is some concern over the treatments used for the disorder., Original online material about healt... ]
ADHD Info - Pharmaceutical company site provides information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder for parents, teachers, and teens, including the use of stimulant medication in treatment.
ADHD Information Library - Information for parents and teachers. Diagnosis, treatment options, research, alternative treatment, treatment strategies, parent and teacher resources.
ADHD Owner's Manual - Offers information on educational and behavioral interventions, medication, and tips for teachers. Includes the neurology of ADHD and how it feels to have this disorder.
ADHD-Report - Collection of articles and information about this disorder, including statistics, diagnostic criteria, education, and treatment. Offers parenting tips newsletter.
ADHD: A Place to Start - Open letter by the mother of an ADD/ADHD child. Includes symptoms, treatment, assessment, testing, advocacy, IDEA and Section 504, resources, reading, and links to information on other learning and behavior disorders.
All About ADHD - Provides information for parents and caregivers about this disorder in young children. Includes explanation of symptoms, when to seek a diagnosis, causes, medication, diet, and what parents and schools can do to help.
Attention Deficit - Hyperactivity Disorder - Guide for parents in understanding and identifying these disorders. Includes what it is, behaviors, treatment, causes, and related articles.
Attention Deficit Disorder - Explains the characteristics that define ADD in children. Includes theory that ADD stems from an inner-ear dysfunction.
Meta Description: [ The Levinson Medical Center is dedicated to resolving misconceptions of dyslexia and related attention deficit and anxiety disorders. ]
Attention Deficit Disorder: Facts, Prevention and Treatment Strategies - Articles on ADD/ADHD and nutrition. Includes facts and statistics, prevention and treatment strategies, personal stories, and nutrient supplement kit.
Meta Description: [ General information on ADD and ADHD as well as links between nutrient and disease associations, scientific research information not just marketing hype. Includes nutrient, lifestyle, and medical options and precautions. Also complete products at 30% off retail. ]
Classroom Tips for Your ADD Child - Offers advice for parents of school-age children. Includes definitions, statistics, what to do, who can help, and tips for educators.
Meta Description: [ Classroom interventions for the ADD child and help for teachers and parents through common sense advice. ]
Effective Parenting: ADD and ADHD Information Page - Offers advice for parents of children with behavior problems and ADD/ADHD. Includes book excerpts, list of famous people, brochure, and characteristics.
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Health Psychology and A.D.D. Institute - Child Self-Assessment - Offers scored questionnaires to help parents assess their child's risk for 7 different attention, behavior, and stress disorders.
Meta Description: [ Health Psychology and A.D.D. Institute ]
Notes on ADD - Provides advice and information for teachers, parents, and families of children with attention deficit disorders. Includes the role of reasoning in learning.
Outside the Box - Helping Misunderstood Kids - Provides research, original articles, personal testimonies and support in order to better help ADHD/special needs kids succeed in school and in life.
Meta Description: [ ADHD information, attention deficit in the classroom, learning styles, and special needs, for elementary, middle school, and secondary teachers. ]
Parenting a Child Newly Diagnosed With ADHD - Explains the neurological and behavioral aspects of this disorder. Includes what medication can and can't accomplish, restoring self-esteem, building boundaries, and creating consistency.
Meta Description: [ Tips on parenting a child recently diagnosed with ADHD ]
Parenting ADHD Children - Online course instructed by a mother of an ADHD child and a counselor dealing with ADHD children and parents.
Meta Description: [ This is an educational course about a childhood disorder that continues throughout adulthood. It will give you valuable information about ADD/ADHD. However, any diagnosis or treatment program should be obtained by a professional doctor.
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Putting Green Time to the Test - Read about a father's experiment in whether outdoor activities reduce ADHD symptoms. Includes background on the green-time theory, details of the experiment, and the results on a group of teen boys.
Meta Description: [ A curious father tests the effects of green time on his son and finds out it does improve focus ]
San Diego ADHD: Information for Families - Offers answers to frequently asked questions about attention deficit disorders. Includes definition, common symptoms, available treatments, and parenting strategies.
Meta Description: [ San Diego ADHD offers information about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, its identification and treatment, and support specific to the San Diego Area ]
Spectrum Coaching - Coaching and support for parents of affected children. Information about legal rights and resources such as books, videos, and organizations.
Meta Description: [ Personal life coaching, ADD and ADHD coaching for clients and parents of ADD/ADHD children and teens - Michele Finstad, Spectrum Coaching ]
Teaching the ADD Child - Strategies for engaging the ADD child in learning experiences.
Meta Description: [ Real Life experiences with teaching and raising an ADD and/or ADHD child. ]
The ADHD e-Book - Chapters include the spectrum of problems; symptoms; home, school, medical, and cognitive therapies; understanding others; information for kids; summary of problems and treatment; humor; and favorite analogies.
Meta Description: [ A very useful online book (free) written by Martin L. Kutscher, MD. Explains the extended spectrum of problems seen in ADD/ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), as well as summarizing the best treatment advice. Fair and empathic.h ]
The Gift of ADHD - Presents some of the positive traits found in children with attention deficit disorders. Includes seeing the big picture, the energy of impulse, finding creativity, goofing off, and the importance of being confused.
Meta Description: [ Studies suggest that many of the traits kids with ADHD exhibit can be expressions of deeper gifts: powerful imagination, searching insight and unusual intuition. Find out how to transform your child's problems into strengths. ]
The Whole Child/Adolescent Center - Introductory description of the terms, causes, and treatment.
Meta Description: [ Help for ADD, ADHD, Attention Deficit Disorder, Behavior Problems, Learning Disabilies ]
Twilight Bridge - ADHD - A comprehensive guide of articles and webcasts for parents, relatives, and carers of a child sufferring from ADHD. It highlights the disease and treatment including both pharmaceutical and behavioral therapy.
Meta Description: [ A valuable collection of free videos and articles on ADHD, which will provide parents and teachers greater insight into Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ]
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? - Leaflet offers information about children and ADHD. Includes signs, causes, problems, and how and where to get help in the UK.
Who Put the Ketchup in the Medicine Cabinet? - Offers a humorous look at life with ADHD/inattentive children. Includes types of attention deficit disorders, to-do list for mom, strategies, recommended reading, newsletters, and articles.
Meta Description: [ A humorous yet informative look at life with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Inattentive Type kids. "Who Put the Ketchup in the Medicine Cabinet?" offers practical support and tips to help focus, organize and encourage these children. ]
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May 25, 2007--To the Contrary :Transcendental Meditation & ADHD IWF President and CEO, Michelle D. Bernard, on PBS' To the Contrary discussing and transcendental meditation as an alternative treatment for ADHD. |
