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Does all type of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder manifest hyperactivity?
No there is an inattentive form of ADHD to where the symptoms are not as apparent as those of hyperactivity.
What does the medical abbreviation ADHD mean?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder .Attention Deficiet Hyperactivity Disorder-ADHD or Attention Deficiet Hyperactivity disorder Inattentive Type-old term ADD
A D H D what does this stand for?
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. There are 4 types - ADHD, predominately inattentive; AHDH, predominately hyperactive; ADHD, combined; and finally ADHD, NOS (meaning not otherwise specified and may not meet full criteria for full-blown ADHD). There is technically no such thing as ADD but that is what some people use for ADHD, predominately inattentive.
Is ADHD linked to Obesity?
Yes, studies show that it can be, especially if the person is the Hyperactive vs Inattentive type. Hyperactivity in ADHD is linked to impulsiveness, which can sometimes lead to binge eating episodes that eventually lead to obesity. However, the opposite is true as well. Those with ADHD who are prescribed stimulant medications frequently have the strong side effect; loss of appetite. So they actually end up eating less often than they should be; more commonly seen in those diagnosed with ADHD "predominately inattentive" type.
Are ADHD symptoms the same for boys and girls?
Yes, there is a difference. Boys tend to follow the classic stereotype of ADHD, hyperactivity or impulsiveness. Girls tend to be more inattentive.
Where was ADHD discovered?
In 1798, Sir Alexander Crichton (1763-1856), a Scottish doctor and author, wrote about a "mental restlessness" that seems very similar to the inattentive subtype of ADHD.
How can you tell if a person has ADHD?
If a person displays many symptoms of ADHD [see related questions] one could suggest a person has ADHD. In some cases, such as inattentive subtypes of ADHD a person would not display obvious external symptoms. Only a doctor can confirm a diagnosis of ADHD.
Is the term ADD for kids or adults?
ADD is an acronym for attention-deficit disorder which exists in both children and adults. This term is since depreciated but is sometimes used to refer to a type of ADHD. ADHD is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder that is characterized by having a combination of attentional problems and hyperactivity, which each occurring infrequently alone. ADHD has three subtypes: predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, predominately inattentive, or combined hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive. ADD is sometimes used to refer to subtype two (predominately inattentive) since it regards more to attention as opposed to hyperactivity. The name is then shortened to ADD. This is not medically correct, but is still commonly in use. ADHD of all three subtypes can exist in both children and adults.
What is the combined type of ADHD?
ADHD has three subtypes recognized: predominately hyperactive-impulsive, predominately inattentive, and combined hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive. The last type is commonly referred to as the "combined" type, and most children with ADHD have the combined type.
What medication can you take if you have glaucoma and ADHD?
Adderall is an D-amphetamine salt used for ADHD
What is type 1 classic ADHD?
I'm not a doctor, but I am very familiar with ADHD. I've never heard of such a classification. There are three types of ADHD: inattentive, hyperactive/impulsive or both. The predominately inattentive subtype relates to people who have trouble focusing on items that aren't of particular interest to them for more than a short period of time. The hyperactive/impulsive subtype refers to a person who can't sit still and control their impulses. Both is, of course, both of these types put together. Stimulant medicaitons, the kind that is used to treat ADHD most commonly, can be used for each of these three classifications.
Is acetaminophen an ADHD medication?
No. Acetaminophen is Tylenol.
