ADHD
ADHD is a common disorder that affects many individuals from in their childhood as well as later on in life ADHD, short for 'Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder', not to be confused with it's counterpart ADD, in which someone's attention can be quickly deflected but they show little to no signs of being hyperactive. Many people with this disorder, especially in children, are labeled as 'inattentive', or simply poor listeners. Please note that this isn't true, and that those who suffer from this disorder don't wish to ignore or insult you.
People with ADHD may also be compulsive, making decisions quickly without thinking about the consequences. This can potentially hinder someone's ability to properly make choices in their everyday life. Generally, to be diagnosed, ADHD/ADD like behaviors need to have been present in said individual for upwards of 6 months and must make some noticeable impact in one's life. This is important for children especially as some confuse this disorder with part of a child's personality.
SYMPTOMS OF ADHD:
SYMPTOMS OF ADD:
*Please seek a diagnoses from a professional, this is simply for reference.*
TREATMENT:
There are many different types of treatment for ADHD and ADD. Generally ADHD/ADD is treated with medication or behavioral therapy (talking and acting in a calm and patient way). Different methods work better for different people and in the cases of extreme ADHD both may be necessary.
-Behavioral
Behavioral treatment is usually based on a system of real world rewards or consequences based on actions or reinforcement of calm and thoughtful choices/actions. This method usually works best with children and when coupled with medication(s).
-Medications
Many different medications are used to treat ADHD, please ask a professional about what is right for you or your loved one.
FACTS:
-ADHD affects more than 11 million people in the US .
-ADHD is a lifelong condition.
-Males are more frequently diagnosed with ADHD than women.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
@adultadhd. "ADHD: The Facts." ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association. Adda, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2016. <https://add.org/adhd-facts/>.
The CDC. "Facts About ADHD." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 16 Nov. 2016. Web. 20 Nov. 2016.<http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html>.
@ChildMindDotOrg. "Quick Facts on ADHD | Child Mind Institute." Child Mind Institute. N.p., n.d.Web. 20 Nov. 2016. <http://childmind.org/article/quick-facts-on-adhd/>.
People with ADHD may also be compulsive, making decisions quickly without thinking about the consequences. This can potentially hinder someone's ability to properly make choices in their everyday life. Generally, to be diagnosed, ADHD/ADD like behaviors need to have been present in said individual for upwards of 6 months and must make some noticeable impact in one's life. This is important for children especially as some confuse this disorder with part of a child's personality.
SYMPTOMS OF ADHD:
- Hyperactivity
- Prone to impulsive choices/actions
- Inattention
SYMPTOMS OF ADD:
- Prone to impulsive choices/actions
- Inattention
*Please seek a diagnoses from a professional, this is simply for reference.*
TREATMENT:
There are many different types of treatment for ADHD and ADD. Generally ADHD/ADD is treated with medication or behavioral therapy (talking and acting in a calm and patient way). Different methods work better for different people and in the cases of extreme ADHD both may be necessary.
-Behavioral
Behavioral treatment is usually based on a system of real world rewards or consequences based on actions or reinforcement of calm and thoughtful choices/actions. This method usually works best with children and when coupled with medication(s).
-Medications
Many different medications are used to treat ADHD, please ask a professional about what is right for you or your loved one.
FACTS:
-ADHD affects more than 11 million people in the US .
-ADHD is a lifelong condition.
-Males are more frequently diagnosed with ADHD than women.
BIBLIOGRAPHY:
@adultadhd. "ADHD: The Facts." ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association. Adda, n.d. Web. 20 Nov. 2016. <https://add.org/adhd-facts/>.
The CDC. "Facts About ADHD." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 16 Nov. 2016. Web. 20 Nov. 2016.<http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html>.
@ChildMindDotOrg. "Quick Facts on ADHD | Child Mind Institute." Child Mind Institute. N.p., n.d.Web. 20 Nov. 2016. <http://childmind.org/article/quick-facts-on-adhd/>.