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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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Is it ok to take ADD medicine even though a doctor didn't give it to you?
Absolutely not. It is for a specific person based on that person's medical history, allergies, symptoms.
What should girl do when she has a sibling with ADHD?
I have ADHD, and I get mad at my sister for hardly any reason at all at times, the best thing to do, is not taunt them, and just leave, otherwise, you'll end up getting hurt. It's really hard to controll my anger when my sister is being a smart-alec.
Can crack cause bipolar disorder?
It can cause a whole lot more than just biploar disorder. That stuff will mess you up for life.
Can you get fired because you have ADHD?
no. under the disability act. a employer cannot fire you if it can be proven that adjustments to compensate for your disability were not made. flexible hours (sleep problems) employers must be able to prove that it would be financially impossible to make adjustments to compensate otherwise you were discriminated against..
When was thomas dianosed with ADHD?
I'm sorry, but I cannot provide specific information about individuals unless it is publicly available and well-documented. If you have a particular Thomas in mind, please provide more context or specify if you're referring to a well-known figure.
What if your ADHD medication wears off too quickly?
If your ADHD medication is wearing off too quickly, you should consult with your doctor about alternative treatments: Adderall XR, Vyvanse, and Daytrana are all extended-release preparations of stimulant medications. Strattera is a non-stimulant option that lasts longer than most stimulants.
If you are taking an amphetamine-based ADHD medication (Adderall, Dexedrine, Vyvanse) consuming acidic drinks before taking medication could reduce the effectiveness.
What is the percentage of prison inmates who have ADHD?
Current studies have shown that prison inmates are more likely to have a mental disorder of some kind (ADHD, bipolar, and conduct disorders). In one study, the percentage of inmates who met the criteria for ADHD was 9.6%; this rate is higher than the 3%-5% estimate for the general population. Poor impulses and a higher likelihood of drug abuse likely are responsible for a higher proportion of ADHD people in prison.
Yes. All Adderall is, is a stimulant. However, coffee or Red Bull will do the exact same AND they are legal and cheaper. People with ADD need this stimulant effect all the time and more consistently, which is why Adderall, among other drugs, is prescribed.
It has the same effect whether or not you have ADHD. Yes, you will be able to study and focus longer. However, consuming a high dosage can have hyperactivity effects.
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Unlike coffee and "energy drinks," amphetamines are designed to directly effect brain chemistry. "Energy drinks," if you read the ingredients, are essentially caffeine - at doses comparable to coffee - and sugar - at doses comparable to simple syrup, also known as super-saturated sugar water - with some other less well-known additions). I am not a doctor, but I have experienced ADD meds as both a middle-aged recently-diagnosed adult ADD patient and as a parent of a mid-teen patient.
The effect of amphetamines on ADD patients is NOT the same as overdosing on caffeine and sugar for non-ADD people. ADD patients take the meds and, if they are on the right meds, the meds calm the brain activity, allowing more patience, focus and learning, with less need for movement, less inappropriate talking and more ability to tune out distractions. Non-ADD people who OD on caffeine, or who take amphetamines at all but the lowest doses, get wired up and move in the opposite direction. Amphetamines ain't called Speed for nothing. Amphetamines "ramp up" non-ADD people, making them more jumpy, less focused, less able to listen and understand and less able to patiently work through difficult tasks. I suppose a very low dose could act like a cup or two of coffee, or a couple or 4 cans of cola, and provide some sense of energy, or at least an ability to not sleep. But my family's and my friends' experiences with high doses of caffeine and/or sugar is definitely not an increase in focus.
My observations of college students was that late night high doses of caffeine prolonged their study hours, but did not improve the quality of the studying. Their focus dropped, though it was really only noticeable when they drank the coffee or the cola, or took "Np-Doze" (caffeine in a pill) at times when they were not sleepy and worn out - then, the effect of the consumption was clear, and it was not advisable for productive studying. Late night caffeine kept them awake, allowing some studying when they otherwise would sleep; coffee at any time was not good for their focus, with very limited exceptions, including early mornings, when they were not-yet-awake, and the alternative was to sleep or at least tune out and shut down. But that is the opposite of the effect of amphetamines on ADD patients. ADD patients ramp up until medicated.
Recent studies I have read about concluded that adult ADD patients sleep better with late doses of meds. That is NOT the effect of Red Bull, coffee, or Adderal on people whose brain chemistry was in balance before the consumption of the caffeine or the speed. (I am on Adderal and another med, and my average hours of sleep per night has gone from 4.5 or so to 7+, just in the 3 months of meds. And except when highly motivated, the sleep comes involuntarily, when previously, I had been able to simply keep going until late-late night, like 3 AM, when I get up at 6 AM. Now, I fall asleep in my chair, at my computer, or at the table, between 10 and 1130, except when exceptionally motivated.)
Six or more symptoms of inattention and/or 6 or more symptoms of hyperactivity/impulsivity must have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is inconsistent with developmental level and that negatively impacts directly on social and academic/occupational activities. For older adolescents and adults (ages 17 and older), at least 5 symptoms are required.
Are premature babies more likely to have ADHD as they grow up?
ADHD is a genetic problem. Premature birth is usually an environmetal one, although can be affected by some genetic factors e.g. a small mother, susceptibility to other causes of premature birth. There is no connection between being born early and ADHD.
What are the clinical signs of ADT?
The clinical signs of Attention Deficit Traits, or ADT Disorder, are a serious problem with being able to stay focused on a task and the inability to come up with new ideas quickly without heavy thought.
this is not an answer. I am the one who asked the question I just wanted to elaborate. I have never officiall been diagnosed with ADD, (i do not have the money or the insurance for that) as a child I was always described as "spacey" or "in her own world" when i was a kid it didnt seem to be a big deal. as an adult it is very much a big deal, what I want to know is if it is ADD, did it get worse over time, or is it that my symptoms are all of a sudden a problem (with work and family and all) where they werent a problem when I was a kid?
Does ADHD affect only the mind?
ADHD is rooted in the underdevelopment of certain regions of the brain. However, the symptoms of ADHD affect a person in school, work, and even personal relationships.
Tics can be made worse by stress or fatigue and tend to improve when the individual is absorbed in an activity or task that requires concentration
In the UK: The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 Chapter 50 Section 1 Sub-section 1 states:
"Subject to the provisions of Schedule 1, a person has a disability for the purposes of this Act if he has a physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on his ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities."
Source: http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1995/ukpga_19950050_en_2#pt1-l1g1
What is a good attention getter on attention deficit disorder for a research paper?
Listing the good effects rather than the negetive ones. Think of the cup as half-full rather than half-empty
Is it possible to have ADHD like behavior and not ADHD?
Of course! Misdiagnoses are common, especially in mental disorders. This is partly because the symptoms do not necessarily lead to the disease, but also because many different disorders can have similar symptoms. In particular, symptoms of OCD and ADHD can look very much alike but they are actually opposite malfunctions of the same part of the brain. In OCD this part of the brain is overactive and in ADHD it is underactive. Unfortunately, this has often led to diagnoses of "comorbid" ADHD and OCD, but researchers are discovering that the brain processes are actually opposite, which means it would be impossible to have both at the same time.
What can you do to help improve your relationship with your ADHD partner?
Learn as much as you can about the disorder and if they and you are willing learn how to be an "add coach" (to help them develop stronger skills in their problem areas). Let them know you accept them for who they are, build up their self esteem on the things they do well (because most people with add have been told all their lives how dumb or rude or lazy they are) help them develop social skills they may be lacking in without being overly hostile or critical (if they interrupt all the time, point out that you are still speaking without yelling, the more they notice the behavior the more they can control it) Don't manage them, dont do for them any scheduling etc that they arent good at but rather help them learn to do this for themselves. Understand that growth is a process and it will take time for their annoying habits to improve but with positive help from you and a bit of patience and understanding a lot can happen. And they'll love that you care enough to accept their flaws without judging them.
Its mostly hereditary, passed on from parent to child. Please note a child can have ADHD even if the parents do not. On the other hand a parent can have ADHD and not pass it on to the child.
Physically ADHD is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain along with other factors.
What is the difference between ADHD and executive dysfunction?
The executive functions of the brain encompass a variey of things, such as working memory, ability to plan, organise etc. The executive functions of the brain are affected in ADHD. But they are also effected in other diagnoses (for example, schizophrenia, or brain injury). Therefore, to say someone has executive dysfuntion does not mean they have ADHD, but to say they have ADHD automatically implies dysfunction of the executive functions of the brain.
I guess it's a bit like diagnosing someone with a headache. They may have anything from a cold....to a brain tumour. The headache is really a symptom rather than a diagnosis. If you want to know more about the executive functions of the brain, I can highly recommend a book called " The Executive brain: frontal lobes and the civilized mind"- an excellent read. If you want to know more about ADHD, I recommend starting with "The New Understanding ADHD" by Christopher Green.
