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ADD-ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a condition that can affect children and adults and characterized by becoming easily bored, constant fidgeting and daydreaming.

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What number do you call for help with Attention Deficit Disorder?

There is no number. ADD is not harmful in anyway. unless you count short attention spans dangerous

How does Adderall help in attention deficit disorder treatment?

Adderall is a psychostimulant used to treat ADHD. The active ingredient in Adderall, amphetamine works by increasing the amount of dopamine available within the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in memory, focus, and motivation. By increasing dopamine within the brain, individuals with ADHD can experience greater focus and more impulse control.

Is foclin a stimulant?

Yes, it's manufactured by the same company as the stimulant drug Ritalin, only in extended release form.

Behavior modification schools?

For ADD? Well, the typical "behavior modification" schools probably won't be a good solution for ADD. In fact, some of those places are extremely abusive. I'd recommend some kind of alternative education that is less structured and restrictive, because ADD kids seem to do better in places like that. Something like Summerhill or Montessori. I'm adding some related links about everything I've mentioned.

What are the treatments for fungi?

Most fungal infections of the skin can be treated with over the counter medicines like creams and powders for athlete's foot. Some become severe enough to require prescription medication. Yeast infections are another common type of fungal infection. These are also most often treated with over the counter creams or suppositories.

Your parents said you have had adhd and odd since you were three and you relly whant to know what that is cause im 13?

ADHD means that you have trouble sitting still, being organized, following directions and you might do things without really thinking about them, even if they could be dangerous. It is because part of your brain, the part that sorts things out for you and calms you down, is not working as well as it might. When you take a medication for ADHD, it pokes that part of the brain and makes it work better.

ODD means that you stuck in the terrible twos and say no a lot and have trouble getting along with authority, even if it is in your own best interest to do it. You might resist authority even when you really want to do it, just because someone told you to do it.

Is it true that watching SpongeBob causes kids to have ADHD?

yes not only spongebob but other shows if your little because it brain washes you

On health insurance premiums would depression as a pre-existing condition raise rates?

If you're on meds - probably.

Enhanced answer:

Actually, it depends on the State in which you purchase the policy. These days most private carriers will cover INPATIENT treatment of mental and nervous disorders but will not cover OUTPATIENT treatment or, if they do, will do so only on a limited basis.

For instance, in Colorado the polices will not raise your rate because INPATIENT treatment is treated like any other illness, but they will not cover OUTPATIENT treatments.

Can children be diagnosed at any age with ADD?

Yes, children can be diagnosed with ADD at any age but it is a difficult diagnosis to make. Most kids have extra energy but ADD children exhibit some very noticeable odd behaviors at home.

How mature is a 17 year old girl with ADHD?

That depends on the girl. ADHD does not control how she is in every way or affect maturity. There are also different levels of ADHD and how she has been raised and plays a big part. ADHD can be medicated so they have a easier time to concentrate and focus but that has nothing to do with maturity. A 17yo is not an adult yet but more adult than a child. So it depends on the person.

Where in Florida can you GET desyxon tabblets for my ADHD?

Desyxon is a brand name for methamphetamine. As a Schedule II drug, it will be very difficult to find a psychiatrist who will be willing to prescribe that. Talk to your doctor about alternative medications or, if applicable, about treatment for methamphetamine addiction.

What is ADHD like?

People with ADHD tend to act on impulse, have trouble focusing correctly, and/or have inability to stand still for a short time.

What senses does ADHD affect?

ADHD doesn't affect typical senses (i.e. smell, taste, etc); however, ADHD can effect an individual's sense of time.

What is the best non-stimulant ADHD medication?

The are only two non-stimulant medications approved for treating ADHD. The most notable is Strattera which is the better tested of the two; the second is Intuniv. The best drug for you could vary and you should work with your healthcare professional to find out which drug and dosage works best for you.

What is conners test for ADHD?

The Conner's test is a computer test that measures impulsivity and focus for people with ADD. A subject hits the spacebar if a letter other than X comes up on the screen and should refrain from hitting it if it is an X. It is one of the tests that was used in the head to head comparisons of ADD-care and adderall at www.add-care.com. ADD-care is an all natural supplement that rivals the stimulants in the treatment of ADD.