Archive for July, 2008

Is Ritalin Safe for Treating Adhd Children?

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Alvin Toh asked: Ritalin is one of the most prevalent drugs used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It is prescribed to thousands of children under the age of 18 every year. While Ritalin has been shown to help in severe cases of ADHD, it may not ...

Research Shows.Facts About ADHD

Thursday, July 31st, 2008

Angie Dixon asked: There are a lot of theories about ADHD, and a few of them are actually based in fact. I recently ran across some information from the National Institutes of Mental Health that I found really interesting. First off, brain imaging using MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) actually shows differences ...

The Dangers of Overprescribed Adhd Medications

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

Alvin Toh asked: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become the fastest growing diagnosed disorder among children under the age of 18. Many children in countries such as the US, New Zealand and Australia are being prescribed medications at an alarming rate. As the FDA requires ADHD drugs to carry ...

How do athletes with ADHD get energy without caffeine?

Wednesday, July 30th, 2008

adlihdz asked: Most athletes I know use caffeine to get that extra boost of energy during performance, but with ADHD, caffeine has the opposite effect. Now, I may occasionally be a little hyper, but nothing compared to my other friends with a Red Bull or Monster in them. I want ...

ADD-ADHD Kid? Think Again.

Sunday, July 27th, 2008

Pat Wyman asked: If you are heading to the doctor to find out whether your child has ADHD, bring this list with you and ask questions before making a final decision. While doing the research for my books, Learning vs Testing, What's Food Got To Do With It?, ...

What is the difference between ADHD and mental retardness?

Saturday, July 26th, 2008

bhumay asked: ADHD is attention deficiency and hyper active syndrome.Manuel

Does anyone else who has ADHD ever get tired of others who say ADHD is fake?

Friday, July 25th, 2008

sailorroyalhope asked: Why do some people belive that ADHD does not exsist? It really gets me angry. I feel like they are calling me a lier.Norman

Are You At Risk For ADHD?

Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Aliza Adar Levine asked: Much research has been done on how you get ADHD, and it is now known that genetics is at least part of the reason. Current research demonstrates that at least 30%-40% of individuals with ADHD have a family member that is experiencing the same kinds ...

What Does ADHD Look Like?

Monday, July 21st, 2008

Angie Dixon asked: Sometimes it's hard to know if your child has ADHD or is just a "normal kid." Below are some symptoms of ADHD, taken according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. If your child fits this profile AND you and your child are having difficulties because of ...

What is the best way to deal with an ADHD peschooler?

Sunday, July 20th, 2008

SweetnTangy asked: My son has ADHD. He has been on three medicines since being diagnosed in October. He seems to be more sensitive now and way more whiny. The medicine is not helping his behavorial problems. Those can be scary. Any ehlp would be nice.Miguel