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CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) www.chadd.org
ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association) www.add.org
National Resource Center on AD/HD www.help4adhd.org http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/guide/adhd-symptoms
Mayo Clinic http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/adhd/d
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Local Health Department 100 North Appleton Street Appleton, WI 54911
Your family Care Doctor
Types 1) Combined ADHD - the most
common type; involves all of the symptoms
2) Inattentive ADHD --previously known as ADD and is marked by impaired attention and concentration
3) Hyperactive-impulsive ADHD -- is marked by hyperactivity without inattentiveness
Adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adult ADHD)
Mental health condition which (use “that “ here instead of “which” causes inattention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. It is a condition that effects millions of children and often lasts into adulthood.
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Christine Shorkey May 27, 2010
Symptoms In attention -procrastination-forgetfulness in daily activities-failure to complete tasks-makes careless mistakes -frequent shifts in conversation
Hyperactive -fidgeting, squirming in seat -talking excessively -can be loud -always on the go -trouble staying in seat-running or climbing excessively
Impulsivity-impatience -Difficulty awaiting turn -frequent interrupting -blurting things out
TreatmentDiet
-makes a huge difference with kids 20 to 25 percent of the times.
-No yellow foods, dairy products, junk food, fruit juice, nutrasweet, processed meats, msg, avoid food coloring and fish, cut back on fried foods by 90%, cut sugar intake by 90%, cut chocolate by 90%. Slowly add in each item one at a time. If you see a change in your child’s behavior, avoid that particular food.
Medication
-Stimulant drugs (Ritalin, Concerta)
-Non-Stimulant drugs (Straterra)
-Amphetamines (Dexedrine, Adderall)
Alternative treatment
-behavioral therapy
-tutoring and special education
-structured school and home life
-natural herbs
Long Term Prognosis
-ADHD is a long term, chronic condition.
-About 50% of children will continue to have problems throughout their entire lives.
-Adults symptoms seem to be less and they are more able to control them and mask them better.
-Untreated ADHD can have long-term education effects and lack of ability to hold a steady job. It also can learn to trouble some behavior and run ins with the law. (??)
CausesThe cause is still unknown however inherited genetic factors are likely responsible
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