What's all this 'attention deficit disorder' about? Or is it another term for 'badly behaved'?

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We all see the out of control kids and their parents squealing about them having attention deficit disorder and needing counselling. Or is it just bad behaviour caused by bad parents who can't control their kids and need a pseudo-medical term to make it sound like it's not their fault? Would badly behaved kids benefit from a smacked backside? Or do they need cossetting and counselling?
It's the namby-pamby state and these others who look for something else to blame their failings on. They think that a pill will make everything work out, and if it doesn't it is the falt of the medical profession etc. and the toerags use it as an excuse for their unsociable behaviour and then expect for us to pay for them whilst tey stay at home drinking Stella and watching the telly.  (+ info)

What are the long and short term effects of attention deficit disorder?

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I am writing an english paper, and I'm not exactly one to turn to others first for information. This is just a bit serious, though. I have looked near and far for information on this disorder, as I'm looking for the facts described above, and I find things on ADHD. Granted, they're not incredibly different, ADHD and ADD, but they are different, and my paper is not on ADHD. I can't seem to find a good list of effects of this disorder. Any and all help would be extremely appreciated.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is generally considered to be a developmental disorder, largely or entirely neurological in nature effecting 3-5 percent of the population.[1][2][3][4] It is characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity[5] ADHD initially appears in childhood and manifests itself with symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, poor impulse control, and distractibility.[6] ADHD is currently considered to be a persistent and chronic syndrome for which no medical cure is available. While the majority of ADHD is believed to be genetic in nature, roughly about 1/5 of ADHD is thought to be acquired after conception due to brain injury either parentally or postnatal due to toxins or physical trauma.

According to a majority of medical research in the United States, as well as other countries, ADHD is today generally regarded to be a non-curable for which, however, some effective treatments are available. A wide body of evidence has shown that stimulant medication is the most effective way to treat the disorder.[7][8] Methods of treatment usually involve some combination of medication, psychotherapy, and other techniques. Some patients are able to control their symptoms over time, without the use of medication. Within society, there is some skepticism if a diagnosis denotes a genuine impairment or disability. The symptoms of ADHD are not as profoundly different from normal behavior as is often seen with other mental disorders. Still, ADHD has been shown to be impairing in life functioning in several settings and many negative life outcomes are associated with ADHD.

ADHD is most commonly diagnosed in children and, over the past decade, has been increasingly diagnosed in adults. It is believed that around 60% of children diagnosed with ADHD retain the disorder as adults.  (+ info)

How can you treat Attention Deficit Disorder without drugs?

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If you are diagnosed with ADD as a kid, does that mean you will have to take medicine for the rest of your life? Ugh!
there is nothing bad about adhd medication that is worse than occasional insomnia and appetite loss.

benefits vs. side effects

you have to trade something to get something

in our day and age adhd medication has such minor side effects if you consider that it basically allows your frontal lobe to work properly  (+ info)

Can someone explain to what is tension deficit disorder and attention deficit disorder?

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My son 7 yrs old has problems in the school and family doctor suspects that he may have something like this and I am waiting for the pediatrician's appoinment. Does anyone has these problems and explain what are these and how to cope up with these?
Hi G

Here are some ideas to heal the issue.


Causes of ADHD/ADD-like Behavior
A variety of factors can cause the hyperactivity symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD. They include undetected learning disabilities, food and environmental allergies, gastrointestinal disorders such as leaky gut syndrome, systemic yeast overgrowth, known as Candidiasis, heavy metal toxicity, poor diet, nutritional imbalances, and emotional upsets such as those caused by family problems. In some cases, the problem can also be due to undetected vision problems, such as the need for eyeglasses for reading. The overuse of antibiotics, as well as vaccines and immunization, can also cause symptoms of hyperactivity and/or ASDHD/ADD. Antibiotics can trigger allergic reactions and cause the gastrointestinal tract to become depleted of healthy bacteria, leading to candidiasis, while vaccines can severely compromise a child's still- developing immune system, and cause other serious health problems, including neurological damage.

Quick Action Plan for ADHD/ADD-like Symptoms


1. Avoid the use of dangerous pharmaceutical drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderal.

2. Recognize that the majority of ADHD/ADD diagnoses are inaccurate, and can be based on little or no scientific evidence.

3. If you, your child or teen suffer from ADHD/ADD-like symptoms, be sure to explore all possible factors that may be causing hyperactivity. Essential to consider is poor diet, nutritional imbalances, undiagnosed learning disabilities and/or vision problems, lack of emotional support, heavy metal toxicity, and food and environmental allergies, all of which should be screened for.

4. Avoid all sugars, wheat products, refined carbohydrates, sodas, processed foods, preservatives, artificial sweeteners, corn syrup, alcohol, and hydrogenated and trans-fatty oils.

5. Avoid foods high in salicylates such as apples, almonds, oranges, peppers, and tomatoes.

6. Emphasize organic fresh fruits and vegetables, organic whole grains such as amaranth and quinoa, organic free-range meats, poultry, and wild-caught fish, and drink plenty of pure, filtered water.

7. Nutritional supplements include vitamin B-complex, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, essential fatty acids (EFAs), omega-3 oils, digestive enzymes, and probiotic supplements such as acidophilus and bifidus bacterium, tinctured zeolite and chlorella.

8. Chamomile, linden flower, milk thistle, and red clover may be useful herbs.

9. If heavy metal toxicity is a factor, consider working with a physician trained in the use of chelation therapy.

10. Many excellent books on healing ADHD are available; recommend "Children with Starving Brains" by Jaquelyn McCandless, M.D., and "A Path to Success" by Lawrence Weathers, Ph.D.

Best of health to you  (+ info)

what is the best way to overcome attention deficit disorder?

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I don't want to take medicine either, so maybe a natural way if you know of one?
pay attention in class and avoid over-stimulation from television and computers. try reading books and listening to the radio instead.  (+ info)

What are the symptoms of attention deficit disorder?

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Are there any reliable tests i can do before i go see someone about it?
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Can an adult with attention deficit disorder work at the Transportation Security Agency as a baggage screener?

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I take my medication and it is a miracle drug. I've never been more focused or been able to accomplish so many tasks. I'm wondering if anybody knows if that would eliminate me from consideration for the job?
Yes, of course, you can work at TSA; ADD is not among the disabling conditions.

Your medical/psychiatric records are your business, no one else's, Equal Opportunity and all that. If there is drug testing, you may have to show your prescription medication to the agency physicians, that's all.

You should not be on any narcotics for ADD.  (+ info)

What are signs of Attention Deficit Disorder in teenagers and young adults?

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I'm 17 and I am pretty convinced I have it but I want to hear about what ADD people usually do as a result of their condition, so maybe I will see my psychiatrist about it.
The lack of focus  (+ info)

Do people with attention deficit disorder always pass it on to their children?

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Is always inherited 100% of the time, every single time or can it be washed from the gene pool?
Hi,

It is genetic. If one parent has it the person has a 60% chance of getting it and if two parents have it a 90% chance. This is only a probability not a certainty. Jef Gazley, M.S.,LMFT  (+ info)

How do people find out if they have Attention Deficit Disorder?

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I was asking more along the lines of how do they test you for it? What do they do to find out?
Some of these answers crack me up!

Just like the previous person, I never would have guessed I had ADD. Someone mentioned it to me, and I did some research into adults and women with ADD. Fascinating!

To get diagnosed, I went to a psychologist, and he gave me a couple of rating scales to fill out. I had my ex-husband fill one out, as he knows me the best, and I filled one out. The psychologist did an extensive interview to find out my history - school, mental health, trauma, family life, etc. This can help him rule out other things that can look like ADD but have a different treatment.

Really, it is important to see a psychologist, as they are trained to do assessments such as this.

Janette
WAHM, mom of 2
Empowering women from the Bedroom to the Bank
http://www.PositivelyPassionate.com
Passion Parties by Janette  (+ info)

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