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What exactly is ADHD?

February 6, 2010

What exactly is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is probably the most widespread neurobehavioral disorders of childhood. It can be sometimes known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). It is generally first identified in childhood and frequently lasts into adulthood. Kids with ADHD have problems paying attention, controlling impulsive actions (may act without considering what the outcome […]

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Attention Deficit Disorder in Teens

March 16, 2008

How to Address Attention Deficit Disorder in Teens Don’t Let Your Child Fail ! Helping teens live with Attention Deficit Disorder can be challenging, especially with the demands of high school. Teens with Attention Deficit Disorder are at a higher risk to drop out of school, have other learning disabilities, and get mixed in with […]

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Attention Deficit Disorder in Children

March 16, 2008

“Why Won’t He Listen?” Attention Deficit Disorder in Children She just won’t stop talking and interrupting other kids. He won’t sit still and pay attention. He’s impulsive and unpredictable. She won’t concentrate on getting her homework finished. They’re driving me crazy! It’s not that children with these behaviors won’t stop being disruptive; it’s that they […]

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Adult Attention Deficit Disorder

March 16, 2008

Around 3 in a 100 Adults have Adult Attention Deficit Disorder Though most diagnoses of Attention Deficit Disorder are confined to children, the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders does not exclude adult attention deficit disorders and many adults do get diagnosed for such an illness. In spite of the fact […]

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Attention Deficit Disorder

March 13, 2008

Life Can Be Challenging For Children With Attention Deficit Disorder For anyone with a child who has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), you understand how challenging life can become. As children grow to teenagers with ADD, and the time comes to make choices such as college or employment, things can become quite confusing. […]

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