Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder

Question: Which is the best medication against Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What kind of Dr do I need to visit to be diagnosed with ADHD attention deficit hyper activity disorder or ADD ? What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What are Symptoms of ADHD ( Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ) diagnosis or diagnose ? Which is the best medication against Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What is ADD? Adderall 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg Retalin HCI 5mg Concerta 27mg Or what other be as detailed as possible

Answer: In order to answer this question, we first must establish that ADHD is not just one disorder, but rather a spectrum of disorders. It's often broken up into 3 separate categories or subtypes: Inattentive (difficulty concentrating, but not bouncing off the walls, blurting out answers or comments impulsively, etc. This type is often more along the lines of what we might associate with as being "lazy" or "space cadets") Hyperactive/Impulsive: As it's name suggests this subtype is more hyper and less likely to "filter" out comments or behaviors for appropriateness. They like to grab and play with things they can get their hands on, engage in more risky behaviors without thinking things through, and are the ones bouncing off the walls. They squirm and fidget when sitting. In general, however, this group is less likely to have learning disabilities, reading problems, etc. than the inattentive subtype. This subtype is relatively uncommon, as many also exhibit inattentive symptoms and fall into the third subtype, the combined subtype. Combined (a combination of the other 2): This is the most common form, and often requires the most medication and other treatments, since both inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive behaviors must be treated. Kids who begin to show defiant or conduct problems along with their ADHD, often fall into this subtype. In addition to this, individuals with ADHD often have comorbid (co-existing) disorders, such as anxiety, depression, Tourette's, tics, conduct or behavioral disorders, etc. The problem with medicating is that some meds improve the ADHD symptoms but may worsen one of the comorbid disorders (and sometimes have dangerous effects, especially at high doses). Here's brief overview of some of the most common meds: Stimulants: The most common stimulants are methylphenidate (which includes Ritalin, Concerta, Metadate and Daytrana), Adderall (mixed amphetamine salts), Focalin (essentially an isolated version of one of the two compounds in methylphenidate, this compound is often the more "active" or "potent" form of the drug, so typically half of the dosage is needed), Dexedrine (dextro amphetamine, which, contains just the more "active" forms of amphetamines in Adderall), and Vyvanse (which is an inactive form of amphetamines like Dexedrine, but needs to be chemically altered by enzymes in your body to release the active drug form. This cuts down on abuse). While the stimulant class of meds has been shown to work with all subtypes of the disorder, typically lower levels of drug are needed for inattention, more for straight up hyperactivity, and more for the combined subtype. Of course, this is just a rule of thumb. Generally, most physicians start with methylphenidate (typically Ritalin first and then Concerta), as it is often a bit less "potent" or hard-hitting of a stimulant than a straight up amphetamine. However, it's often more of a hit-or-miss, especially for more severe symptoms, as some individuals do horrible on Ritalin or Concerta but do great on Adderall (or vice versa). Having said that, Vyvanse often exhibits some of the best effects as a stimulant, at least based on my research, mainly due to it's delivery method and release. Additionally, it often is a bit more "hardy" than the other stimulant meds, in that it can be less affected by food or other medications. Again, take this with a grain of salt, some individuals do horrible on Vyvanse and better on other meds. Additionally, Vyvanse is typically much more expensive. Other downsides to stimulants (especially in higher doses) are greater risks of side effects, such as appetite suppression, insomnia, cardiovascular effects (increased heart rate or blood pressure, although these are typically mild). Also certain comorbid disorders, including anxiety and depression can be even worse when stimulants are taken for ADHD. In general, these disorders often occur more frequently alongside the inattentive types of ADHD (but not always), so non-stimulant meds might be chosen in their place. Non-stimulants: Strattera (atomoxetine) is one of the most common non-stimulants for ADHD. It often works better for the predominantly inattentive (as opposed to hyperactive) forms of the disorder, however, there are certain exceptions. It typically does not have the same pronounced effects on anxiety or depression as the stimulants do. Other methods: If depressive symptoms occur alongside of ADHD, drugs such as Wellbutrin (bupropion) can sometimes work well. Although an anti-depressant, Wellbutrin has a unique mode of action that makes it act almost like a stimulant as well. I personally know individuals who do well with Wellbutrin for this combo. Other non-ADHD meds can sometimes be used for ADHD such as Tofranil (imipramine), which can sometimes work for the inattentive type. This drug is actually used to treat nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting), which, believe it or not, is often

Question: What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What kind of Dr do I need to visit to be diagnosed with ADHD attention deficit hyper activity disorder or ADD ? What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What are Symptoms of ADHD ( Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ) diagnosis or diagnose ? Which is the best medication against Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What is ADD? Adderall 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg Retalin HCI 5mg Concerta 27mg Or what other be as detailed as possible

Answer: What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities. ADHD, also known as hyper kinetic disorder (HKD) outside of the United States, is estimated to affect 3-9% of children, and afflicts boys more often than girls. Although difficult to assess in infancy and toddler hood, signs of ADHD may begin to appear as early as age two or three, but the symptom picture changes as adolescence approaches. Many symptoms, particularly hyperactivity, diminish in early adulthood, but impulsivity and inattention problems remain with up to 50% of ADHD individuals throughout their adult life. Children with ADHD have short attention spans, becoming easily bored and/or frustrated with tasks. Although they may be quite intelligent, their lack of focus frequently results in poor grades and difficulties in school. ADHD children act impulsively, taking action first and thinking later. They are constantly moving, running, climbing, squirming, and fidgeting, but often have trouble with gross and fine motor skills and, as a result, may be physically clumsy and awkward. Their clumsiness may extend to the social arena, where they are sometimes shunned due to their impulsive and intrusive behavior. What exactly is ADD disorder? 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. A disorder characterized by a difficulty in retaining focus, especially on tasks, for long periods of time. One of the most common reasons children are brought into therapy, ADD is often treated with the somewhat controversial drug Ritalin®, which is thought to work by stimulating the attention-focusing structures of the brain. Is ADD a real disorder? It depends on what you mean by disorder. If you mean like if diagnosed with it tdo they have to be in special Ed? Then no. A mental disorder? Yes. Most people with it are rather bright they just have a different way of perceiving things. ADD or ADHD - What's the Difference? Clinically, the term ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A person may either be diagnosed with ADHD or ADD depending on whether they are hyperactive or not. It is possible for someone to have ADD without being hyperactive. To accommodate this possibility, ADHD is often written with brackets around the "H" (i.e. AD(H)D). You may also see it written as AD/HD. There are generally three types of AD(H)D: Combined Type (hyperactive, impulsive, inattentive) Inattentive Type Hyperactive, Impulsive Type Around the web, in the media, and the general public you will often hear/see ADD used as a generic term to describe the whole disability. You may also notice that many people with ADD have developed their own unique terminology to describe themselves (e.g. "ADD'ers" or "ADDults") Take care as always.

Question: What are Symptoms of ADHD ( Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ) diagnosis or diagnose ? What kind of Dr do I need to visit to be diagnosed with ADHD attention deficit hyper activity disorder or ADD ? What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What are Symptoms of ADHD ( Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ) diagnosis or diagnose ? Which is the best medication against Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What is ADD? Adderall 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg Retalin HCI 5mg Concerta 27mg Or what other be as detailed as possible

Answer: The firstt doctor to visit for an ADHD diagnosis is your own family doctor. Some family doctors have enough knowledge and experience to diagnose ADHD themselves and if they dont they will refer you to a specialist doctor or psychiatrist. What ADHD actually is is in the part of your brain that is responsible for focusing attention, inhibiting behaviour and controlling activity level and basically self control has not enough chemical/electrical activity. This is an inborn coondition and it is genetic but it is ressesive. The three major symptoms of ADHD are 1. attention deficit, 2 hypercativity and 3 poor impulse control. Attention deficit is a difficulty with concentratiing, easy distracibility, short attention span, gets bored very quickly. trouble staying oin task, trouble completing tasks, underachievement for potential, struggles to pay attention and listen. Hyperactivity - being very very active all the time, runs about amd climbs a lot, feels restless all the time, talks constantly, always moving and making noise, needs very little sleep, cant sit still or stay seated, fidgets contanstly, Poor impulse control - inability to consider the consequences of your actions, impatient, intrudes on others, in trouble all the time without really meaning to be, no inhibitions, limited self control. For it to be diagnosed as ADHD the following three things must also apply 1. It must have been a problem for your whole life 2. it must effect you everywhere in your life, every day of your life 3. It must be very severe and have caused significant dysfunction in your life. There is no 'best' medication. Each medication works differently for each person. What works well for one may not nessesaril;y work well for another. You often need to experiment and try a few before you know which one is the best for you. ADD stands for attention deficit disorder and it is the OLD name for ADHD, This condition was called ADD in the 1980's and there were two different types. They were ADD with hyoerqactivity and ADD without hyperactivity. the name was changed to ADHD in the 1990's and now there are three types of ADHD. They are ADHD predominatly innatentive type, ADHD predominatly hypoeractive/impulsive type and ADHD combined type. Some people still use the old name ADD to describe those who have ADHD predominalty innatentive type because they feel the term ADHD can be misleading when these people are not hyperactive at all. But ADD is not actually a real name for anything anymore. ADHD predominalty innatentive type is when you have all the problems of attention deficit but not the problems with hyperactivity and behaviour.

Question: What kind of Dr do I need to visit to be diagnosed with ADHD attention deficit hyper activity disorder or ADD? What kind of Dr do I need to visit to be diagnosed with ADHD attention deficit hyper activity disorder or ADD ? What exactly is Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What are Symptoms of ADHD ( Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ) diagnosis or diagnose ? Which is the best medication against Attention deficit hyper activity disorder ? ADHD and ADD? What is ADD? Adderall 5mg, 10mg, 15mg, 20mg Retalin HCI 5mg Concerta 27mg Or what other be as detailed as possible

Answer: ADHD can be diagnosed by your family doctor, a neurologist, a psychiatrist or a psychologist, among others. There is no medical test to determine ADHD. It is diagnosed by observation. If the symptoms of ADHD are consistently present in more than one situation, then a diagnosis of ADHD is likely. Symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsively, although not all symptoms need to be present for a diagnosis to be made. ADD has basically the same symptoms as ADHD without hyperactivity. The best medication for ADHD varies for each individual. The only way to find out which will work best is through trial and error.

Question: Does Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder become more controllable...? with age? My friend was visiting with her son who was eleven. He had to be instructed to properly behave continually! My friend is patient but still persistant to inforce rules and boundries...(more tolerent then I could ever be) yet It seem to always turn into a yelling session between the two of them. It embarrises me when my friend corrects her son out in public if by drawing negitive attention being loud or disruptive. Saddly, this makes me uncomfortable,nervous having my friend around although we have been friend for many years. We live at a distance from one another so I overlook this delima. My friend thinks I need to( get over it) about what people think...that it is ok to be loud, it is part of her family's temperment:( Is there hope for people who have to face this sisuation every day? Will their child learn to be socially adaptible?

Answer: I've heard that it can be less severe the older you get, but in my experience that is not always the case. Take my son - diagnosed ADHD since age 6. Although he is better at impulse control, he still has difficulties with paying attention (unless of course, it's a tv show or video game he's playing/watching). My former boyfriend was diagnosed at age 5. Now at age 40, he still has difficulties. For him, it's always been a challenge to interact socially, probably stemming from the reaction to and rejection of his behavior as a child. That kind of stigma makes it very difficult to socialize when you're an ADHD kid, and most times, many will become self-conscious and keep much to themselves as a result. I believe that family counseling is CRITICAL when trying to improve the behavior of an ADHD child. Yelling sessions are bound to happen, but reinforcing boundaries and structure will help the child to control his own behavior as time goes on. It will likely get worse as he enters adolescence (because of the hormones), but staying on top of will give the child enough reinforcement to keep himself under control.

Question: How do you make school and studying fun? OK I'm like a bad student trying to get my grades up it sucks because i have Attention Deficit Hyper activity Disorder and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder so its very hard to concentrate! So i need help i need tips!

Answer: yeah it's not an easy thing to do. just take things you like and reward your self with them. Like if you like to play xbox or something. If you study for 20 straight GOOD minutes, reward yourself with five or so minutes of xbox. Just a thought

Question: Would you date a guy with a mental disability? I have a mental disability its not big one but I have ADHD(Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder) some girls didn't like me because of it what if you were dating a guy for a while and he told you he had it. Would that turn you off? Or Would you stay with him?

Answer: i don't think it really matters if i like him.

Question: Do you think its right for a girl to not to date a guy just because he has ADHD? I have ADHD(Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder) so if you liked a guy and he told you he had it would you reject him because of it or would you get the guy a chance? I want the honest truth.

Answer: If i like a guy who's a good person, I;d date him regardless of the fact that he has adhd... Please answer mine:)http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;…

Question: Ladies: Would a mental disabilily stop you from liking a guy? I have ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder) would this stop you from dating me. Or do you want to someone without a mental disability?

Answer: my husband has adhd bad and he doesnt take medicine for it. and i love him more than i have ever loved another. so no, i won't stop me. he's the best thing that ever happened 2 me.

Question: Girls: Would you dump a guy if you found out he had ADHD? Would you really dump a guy for this? I mean if you went out for a while and he told you he had ADHD what would you think? Would you break up with the guy for that one thing? What do you think of girls who would dumped a guy just because he had ADHD(Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder)?

Answer: no, thats shallow

Question: What is your opinion on the youngsters of today being...? diagnosed with all the attention deficit/hyper activity disorders and so many children being medicated for such? Are we over medicating our kids or do you wish the medicines would have been around when you raised your children?

Answer: Most of it is a bunch of crap and comes from not enough parenting. Parents are too lazy and too busy with their own agendas to parent these days. If you pay attention to your kids and teach them a set of manners, most of this crap wouldn't exist. I'm not saying that some kids do not have emotional disorders but most are just lost kids in a big society that does not know how to take care of them.

Question: Girls would you date me? Im 19 years old I live with my parents I don't have a car and I have AD HD(Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder). Im going to college to be a chef. Im nice and tall and I wear glasses and Im skinny Im nice looking and Im a Born Again Christian. What do you think.

Answer: yes ! especially cuz ur a christian. i am too ( born-again ) answer mine plz , anyone ? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?…

Question: Do you think: He like me???(Jonah<3)? I go to school with this guy. He has AD-HD (Attention Deficit Hyper-Activity Disorder). He is antsy and fun and loud. i really like him. i have his phone number and we call each other. But when ever I ask him to be my boyfriend he shys away from the question. We have a lot of fun together and he KNOWS i like him. I spend all my time outside of class with him. but he never told me he DIDN'T like me. He also never said he did. Do you think he does?

Answer: I think he likes you, but is to shy to tell you.

Question: In my past i have lied, nd been unresponsible(not tht bad) How can i become more responsible and earn trust?..? In my past i have snuck things like food, and stuff, from the pantry. I have adhd( attention deficit hyper activity disorder), so i forget to think before doing and im on medication. I always get in trouble but its been getting better lately. I haven't been to responsible i would carve in my furniture and write on wall with pencil, so ive never gone back i would lie to my parents about the stupidest things like brushing my teeth or doing all my homework i want to earn my trust back as well but how can i do this. PLEASE HELP BY THE WAY I AM 13 YEARS OLD> AND I FEMALE

Answer: You have to start building their trust in you. You have to completely stop your previous behaviors for good and learn that taking your medicine is the most important thing you have to do, first. Then when they see that you are being more responsible and see that is a complete change (no reverting back to the old behavior) they will start being able to trust you. Another thing about taking your medication, set up an alarm to go off when it is time for you to take it, so you won't forget when you last took it.

Question: where can i exhibit my sons drawings? my son is 15 he is labeled attention deficit with hyper activity disorder he excels in his art he has alot of talent and i feel that i should share his talent with the world he draws in 3 d he likes to draw cartoon characters like tom and jerry and he draws carnival rides in intricate detail that looks like they are in movement

Answer: you can have an open public display at a park. or if you know anyone with a foyer or public building you could display them there. another possibility would be a county fair? a photo shop or other artistic medians these might generate enuff interest with someone with a museum or art shop who might ask you to display them there.

Question: Do you believe the so-called 'profession' of psychiatry is a hoax? Do you think God approves? People are offered money to test out new medicines as human guinea pigs, which often have dangerous side effects. Do you think God approves of this monstrous political machine that boasts false cures in the name of science and medicine? What society labels as ADD (attention deficit disorder) we used to call hyper-activity or a short attention span. Yet these so-called professionals would have us believe that psychiatry is the cure! Let us wake up and stop taking our children to this money hungry monster which feeds off the vulnerabilities of the naive! Have you done your research to discover that psychiatry is a hoax?

Answer: as a true born again Christian, i do not believe that i need to agree with psychiatric profession. A Christian do no need such test at all. God, Christ Jesus is the One True Living God who can do all things without a doubt in my heart. Amen. Mat 19:26 But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Question: I need help with my sleep. Anyone have good idea's? I haven't been able to sleep well all my life. @ most 5 hours a night, but lately I only been sleeping 1-3 hours a night. I have been doing more things like xtra classes for my masters degree, but I still only work 2 days a week. I have had diagnosed with (ADHD) as a child. It means Attention Deficit Hyper Active Disorder. Meaning I never have been calm enough to sleep or sit still. I don't like taking drug and I do exercise @ least 1 hour a day plus other activities. I have been doing very well on Herbal Tea its like a night time tea, read books, turn TV off, listen to soft music, and counting sheep lol sounds crazy, but I want to find a way to get @ least 4 hours of sleep a night without the drugs. I have tried Ambiem and I really don't like prescriptions. I'm sure it's from me taking extra classes, but there has to be a way to get more sleep. Does anyone have a good idea for me to get more sleep without taking medications?

Answer: I hear that sex will put you to sleep.