ADHD asked:


Crap i ment to ask but through myself off with explaining the adderall… i to know how do i act normal or behave nicer without my adderall need… i act wierd and if you brows through my other questions you;’ll see why!

alizalevine asked:

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motherhoodisthebest! asked:


How does on get ADHD, ADD? Are kids born with it? Does it happen with too much interaction/ overstimulation (too many toys or things going on)?

The reason I ask is my daughter (16 mos) is very extremely active. Since she is our only child right now and is the only grandchild, neice, etc. in the family. SHe has so many toys/things( has a huge playroom), we take her to do many outings (parks, theme parks [toddler section], museums, etc). basically, wherever we go, she goes. what ever we do, she does. We have her enrolled in one activity class, which she loves to go to. She has many visitors (mostly family). She has so much interaction in her life. Her dr. and class leader says she is really advanced for her age.

I was conversing with one of my friends and she told me I better cut back on all the stuff she does and has because she will develop ADD/ ADHD. Is this true? I don’t want to believe it, but it is stuck in the back of my head. Any advice?
She can go from one toy to the next, one activity to the next, etc. without any problems. I thought she was just easily adaptable, but the comment my friend made makes me nervous!
No one in both sides of our family has ADD….

Amethyst asked:


My stepson has ADHD. Is this hereditary/genetic. I feel my husband presents a lot of the same symptoms. Absent-minded, inability to focus, impulsive. I want my husband to seek some help (at least rule it out). He refuses to do so and laughs at me. It is really difficult because I am always managing my stepson’s behavior and at the same time my husband acts in much of the same way. Should I just let it go or bring it up at my son’s session with psychologist (we have family sessions)

One of the most important and probably the most difficult diseases to treat are diseases which affect the brain. Neurological diseases can be very tricky to cure. Thus treating ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorders can be a challenging task.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD is a mental condition found in some children all over the world. A child with ADHD can be hyperactive, totally inattentive and impulsive at times. However, to label every child who demonstrates the above traits as with ADHD is highly inaccurate.

Why is treating ADHD difficult?

ADHD is a neurological disease which affects the behavior of an individual, especially, of children. Thus as is true for almost all neurological diseases the symptoms of ADHD may not always be the same.. Children suffering from ADHD normally show signs of impulsiveness, hyperactivity and restlessness. However this may not always be the case.

Even boredom is a symptom of ADHD. Also sometimes it can be very difficult to confirm whether a child is really suffering from ADHD or some other mental disorder. Also sometimes even normal children may show signs of ADHD. This can make the diagnosis even more difficult. Thus when the diagnosis itself is not accurate, treating the disease can be even more of a problem.

Treating ADHD:

The first step in the treatment of this disease is to ascertain correctly whether a child is really suffering from ADHD. A child suffering from this disease shows its symptoms on a much regular basis. He shows these signs in almost all the situations. Contrary to this normal children can show these signs but are less frequent and far less interspersed. Children suffering from ADHD show these signs mainly from the age of 7 years. Children suffering from ADHD can be treated in the following ways:

1) Consulting a good professional psychiatrist or a psychologist is the key in the process of treatment of ADHD.

2) Also conducting various psychological tests is important in the treatment process.

3) Simple, regular and balanced exercises can also be very useful in treating ADHD.

4) Parents of the children suffering from ADHD can also take the help of support groups where they can give the children individual activities which can help in improving the mental abilities of the children.

5) Doctors are averse in prescribing medicines and especially avoid giving medicines like Ritalin which can be harmful for the children.

Conclusion:

Treating ADHD can be hard work. It requires a lot of patience and determination especially on the part of the parents of the children suffering from ADHD. However as the saying goes ” Where there is a Will, there is a Way !”



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eq is life asked:


The horse i ride, Johnnie, (he’s an ex race horse, and i do hunter jumper) has alot of nervous energy and is alot to handle. I can handle him, but it’s aggrivating sometimes. So does anyone have some advice on how to calm him down?
He’s pasture boarded, so he never stays in the barn…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that becomes apparent in some children in the preschool and early school years. According to a majority of medical research in the United States, as well as other countries. It is estimated that between 3 and 5 percent of children have ADHD, or approximately 2 million children in the United States. ADHD is a common behavioral disorder that affects an estimated 8% to 10% of school-age children. Boys are about three times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with it, though it’s not yet understood why. Children with ADHD act without thinking, are hyperactive, and have trouble focusing. ADHD is currently considered to be a persistent and chronic condition for which no medical cure is available. ADHD is most commonly diagnosed in children and, over the past decade, has been increasingly diagnosed in adults. About 60% of children diagnosed with ADHD retain the disorder as adults. ADHD has also been classified as a behavioral disorder and a neurological disorder or combinations of these classifications such as neurobehavioural or neurodevelopmental disorders.

ADHD is common, affecting 4% to 12% of school-age children. It’s more common in boys than in girls. ADHD is a medical condition that affects how well someone can sit still, focus, and pay attention. People with ADHD have differences in the parts of their brains that control attention and activity. These symptoms appear early in a child’s life. Symptoms of ADHD will appear over the course of many months, often with the symptoms of impulsiveness and hyperactivity preceding those of inattention. ADHD is a developmental disorder that is often said to be neurological in nature. ADHD has also been classified as a behavioral disorder and a neurological disorder or combinations of these classifications such as neurobehavioural or neurodevelopmental disorders. These compounded terms are now more frequently used in the field to describe the disorder. Effective treatments for ADHD are available. ADHD is treated most effectively, and cost efficiently, with medication. Psychotherapy is another option, with or without medication.

Omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and magnesium mayhave benefits with regards to ADHD symptoms. Use tools that help you stay organized. Get plenty of exercise. Try this breathing exercise for starters. These medicines improve attention and concentration, and decrease impulsive and overactive behaviors. About 80 percent of children who need medication for ADHD still need it as teenagers. Over 50 percent need medication as adults. Some of the medicines for ADHD are methylphenidate , dextroamphetamine , pemoline , atomoxetine , and a combination drug called Adderall. Behavioral therapy (BT) helps people develop more effective ways to work on immediate issues. Social skills training can also help children learn new behaviors. Support groups help parents connect with other people who have similar problems and concerns with their ADHD children. Family counseling helps treat ADHD because it keeps parents informed and also shows them ways they can work with their kids to help.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Treatment Tips

1. Reduce seating distractions.

2. Use a homework folder for parent-teacher communications.

3. Always be on the lookout for positive behaviors.

4. Teach good study skills.

5. Omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and magnesium mayhave benefits with regards to ADHD symptoms.

6. Atomoxetine , has been tested in controlled studies in both children and adults.



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Mscott21 asked:


SID is know as the Sensitivity Integration Disorder which causes hell for my wife and I. He is VERY hyper and he dosn’t talk well at all. We can’t potty train him and we’re running out of patience in dealing with him. Can anyone help us with the hyperactive 4 year old

Through a number of trials Homeopathy ADHD treatments have shown to be effective in reducing the ADHD symptoms of restlessness, inattentiveness and impulsiveness.

The main treatments that most people know about and that most people with ADHD are using are stimulant medications. These act by changing chemicals in the brain to reduce symptoms. Homeopathy takes a different.

Unlike the stimulant drugs homeopathy does not try to suppress elements of an individuals behavior, rather it aims to redress any imbalance in the body naturally without altering the body with drugs. This has the outcome of reducing the symptoms of ADHD without changing or altering the personality or physical elements, one of the main side effects of stimulants.

Homeopathy reviews a person in their entirety, so practitioners will take detailed medical histories so they can address all the ailments that maybe effecting a person.

So, rather than focusing only on the ADHD, they might look at why a child always has a cold or reoccurring ear infections etc. Treatments are always individualized and the risk of side effects is low if the treatment has been accurately chosen and the dosages are correct.

Homeopathic remedies are prepared by deriving substances from plants, animals, and minerals. The most common form of this homeopathic medicine is in the form of small sweet-tasting tab that you let dissolve in your mouth. Since the taste tends to be sweet, parents treating their ADHD children generally don’t have difficulty getting them to take it.

What are the specific benefits for someone with ADHD if treated with homeopathy medicine?

Children with ADHD who take homeopathy medicine appear to show significant positive results. The following are benefits that your child may have once given with such treatment:

• improved attention

• improved grades

• improved ability to concentrate more on school work

• improved social skills

• more co-operative

• improved self-esteem

• decreased physical exhaustion

• decreased mental and emotional problems

• decreased restlessness, aggressiveness, impulsivity, and other inappropriate behavioral problems

If you were interested in trying a course of homeopathic treatment for your child it would be a good idea to consult your doctor and ask if they can refer you to a homeopathic practitioner.

Homeopathic medicine should be fine to take alongside stimulant drugs, however ensure you keep your doctor informed of any additional treatments you plan to implement.

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Homeopathy ADHD treatment can be a complementary treatment to other more traditional treatments. You may find that prescription medications can be reduced, under guidance by your doctor, once results are see from the homeopathic medicine.



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BryGibson asked:

The Center Director of LearningRx in Carmel & Greenwood IN tells about what LearningRx does for students and why her program is different than tutoring. Learn more and take a free skills assessment at www.learningrx-indy.com.