Add Adhd

What's the problem with hyper kids and public schools?

Learn warning signs of ADD/ADHD.

This is an article that teaches parents and significant others in a child's life that has ADD/ADHD and Reactive Attachment Disorder how to discipline and reward that child.

Oftentimes, it is better to embrace the good traits in a child with ADD/ADHD. People with ADD/ADHD are often very creative. They are able to use their minds in a way that other people can't.

The challenges specific to working in group environments with ADD/ADHD children.

ADD is a common disorder among both school-age children and adults, and often thought of as a disability, but do those with this condition actually have abilities that we fail to recognize?

Unknown to most, adults with ADD/ADHD tend to engage in many risky behaviors and have many health hazardous behavioral characteristics that go unknown. This article outlines and describes risky behaviors.

This is a description of five different hobbies that are ideal for people that suffer from ADD/ADHD. Keeping an ADD/ADHD mind occupied can be a daunting task, but with the right activities time will fly by.

It can be hard for many men with adult ADD/ADHD to find enjoyment and success in contemporary workplace settings. This article describes five trades that are easy to learn, hands on, and good for constant change; keeping a racing mind occupied.

Children with ADD/ADHD have improved symptoms after spending time on nature walks and being outside. Studies show the more green the environment the better the reduction in symptoms.

Let's look at ADD/ADHD in a positive light- it can be a GOOD thing. If you need proof that it can be an asset, check out all these highly successful people who have ADD/ADHD!

ADD/ADHD is a neurobiological disorder that affects many people in the U.S. It is characterized by impulsiveness, inattention, and hyperactivity. Without appropriate diagnosis and treatment, ADD/ADHD can have serious consequences...

Think you or your kids are ADD or ADHD? Can't afford to go to the doctor for testing? Can't afford to take off work? Here is a quick and easy way that anybody can test for ADD / ADHD on themselves or their children for the condition!

A look at ADD and ADHD.

This article looks at alternative treatments for ADD/ADHD.

Over 10% of school age children are diagnosed with ADD/ADHD each year. Most are given drug therapy, though lifestyle changes have been proven equally effective.

What you should know if you are buying toys for a child with ADD/ADHD during the Christmas holiday season.

ADD/ADHD: Symptoms and treatment

Do you think your child might have ADD/ADHD? Here are a few ways to find out.

The scientific world is telling us that the human race is still evolving. A tendency to label anything that doesn't fit the traditional norms has lead to a rise on acronyms over the years. ADD and ADHD are two of those.

An overview of some non-stimulant medication alternatives for treating Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD).

Here I have discussed common problems associated with ADD/ADHD and how I manage them in my own life. Before things spiral out of control, take responsibility for gaining control over the areas that you can.

Adults with ADD are often less likely to choose to use drugs as treatment, as simple behavioral or natural treatments can be very effective. Some of them are listed here.

Over 30 years ago, Dr. Benjamin Feingold published the results of his studies that showed a direct connection between preservatives and ADD/ADHD. Yet, preservatives are more prevalent than ever in our food.

If you put in the time up-front to help your child develop flexible study habits, studying will become a productive and enjoyable experience. And the experience of mastery will build confidence in his abilities.

Your child needs to become a confident and delighted reader. So help your child develop a passion for reading by going book hunting and by reading together.

When children don't get enough rest or exercise, their reaction is the same - irritability and loss of concentration. So be sure to give your child enough quiet time and enough activity.

Children with ADD/ADHD need to have the freedom to dream the dreams they want and to pick among them. And individual interests help these children because they encourage mental and physical concentration.

Dr. Benjamin Feingold found that food allergies could cause an allergic reaction that causes ADD/ADHD. If you child stops eating food with additives along with sugar and caffeine, s/he may be able to stop taking drugs.

You can use these coping techniques to reduce frustrations associated with ADD/ADHD at work and at home.

When it comes to ADD/ADHD, a quick fix is available--Ritalin. In an increasingly obese, Prozac-numbed, ten-second attention span of a society such as ours, the potentially dangerous drug Ritalin is being over-prescribed and over-used.

Many schools seem to have problems dealing with ADHD children or Bipolar children, however Fairfield Independent School District does this. Teachers care about the students, and are willing to work with parents and doctors in order to help them.

Are our inner city kids throwaways? Some of the finest talent and minds are being treated as if they are. Take a moment to see what life in the hood really means.

My opinion on living with someone, child or adult, who may have ADD or ADHD. Keep in mind that this is my opinion. I am not a doctor. Please do not use this information to treat or diagnose.

Here is a list of number of characteristics and tendencies that are shared by many teens and adults with ADD / ADHD; characteristics that are less often mentioned in the standard lists of symptoms.