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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADD / ADHD
Definition: A syndrome, usually diagnosed in childhood, characterized by a persistent pattern of impulsiveness, a short attention span, and often hyperactivity, and interfering especially with academic, occupational, and social performance.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that affects millions of children and often persists into adulthood. Problems associated with ADHD include inattention and hyperactive, impulsive behavior. Children with ADHD may struggle with low self-esteem, troubled relationships and poor performance in school.
While treatment won't cure ADHD, it can help a great deal with symptoms. Treatment typically involves psychological counseling, medications or both.
A diagnosis of ADHD can be scary, and symptoms can be a challenge for parents and children alike. However, treatment can make a big difference, and the majority of children with ADHD grow up to be vibrant, active and successful adults.
© http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/adhd/DS00275
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic condition that affects millions of children and often persists into adulthood. Problems associated with ADHD include inattention and hyperactive, impulsive behavior. Children with ADHD may struggle with low self-esteem, troubled relationships and poor performance in school.
While treatment won't cure ADHD, it can help a great deal with symptoms. Treatment typically involves psychological counseling, medications or both.
A diagnosis of ADHD can be scary, and symptoms can be a challenge for parents and children alike. However, treatment can make a big difference, and the majority of children with ADHD grow up to be vibrant, active and successful adults.
© http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/adhd/DS00275
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CHADD
adders.org
Attention Deficit Disorder Association
WebMD ADHD Online Community
MedicineNet.com
The Center - For Women & Girls with ADHD
Daily Strength - For Parents of Children with ADHD
HelpGuide.org
National Institute of Mental Health
CHADD
adders.org
Attention Deficit Disorder Association
WebMD ADHD Online Community
MedicineNet.com
The Center - For Women & Girls with ADHD
Daily Strength - For Parents of Children with ADHD
HelpGuide.org
National Institute of Mental Health
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