how can a male age 21 be treated for ADD (attention deficit disorder)?
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Hi! A creative outlet works better. A Dr. will only prescribe meds and thus ruin the beautiful energy you have. People with "ADD/ADHD" have a certain kind of potent energy that causes the person to self-destruct (so to speak....for lack a of better description) if left unused. Basically, whoever has this "condition" has all this energy they aren't using. If they use the energy and release it from their system, they won't channel it in negative ways. Please try it before you go to the Dr. Get creative with anything; dancing, cooking, painting, decorating-something!!!
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First, to the Tom Cruise above me, you can go shove off. No one gives a sh*t about your opinions when they actually live with this disorder. Besides, your "9/10" stat is totally made up and ADD and ADHD are both technically the same thing, as doctors now more formally diagnose people as ADHD-inattentive type, ADHD-hyperactive type, or ADHD-combined type.\n\nAs for the question, I'm just going to say...if the person hasn't gone to a psychiatrist and been formally diagnosed, they might as well do it. A psychiatrist can recommend some different wayts to concentrate, etc.
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My opinion is that any person with ADD may need aids, especially when it comes to stressful situations such as taking a test.  In order to truly demonstrate what you know you might certainly need extra time or other allowances.  That would not be unusual.
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Don't listen to the bullshit person above me. Just another Tom Cruise on a useless cruisade. I have ADHD and I've had a friend tell me that out of all the people she's knows who've been diagnosed with it, I'm the one she truly believes has it. I hate when people try to call it bullshit because I deal with it EVERY DAY.\n\nAnyway, enough ranting. I know that in 1991, the US department of Education determined that children with ADHD were included for services under PL 94-142. This law states that all children with disabilities between ages of 6 and 21, regardless of the type or severity of their disability are to receive free, appropriate public education at the public's expense.  It means that the schools are required by law to make accomendations (differently worded tests, longer testing periods, different testing environment, etc) and provide you with services (allowing you to tape record lectures, have a note taker, etc).\n\nI'm pretty sure though that once you get past 21, the government is not going to give you money or assistance, but you can't be discriminated against as far as jobs go and great bosses will understand your condition and try to make accomendations for you.\n\nHope this helps!
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It's always a difficult decision to make when faced with ADD and medication.  I try to look at it from a quality of life perspective.  Does you son receive a lot of negative input from his ADD behavior?  IF he does then it might be worth it to do a trial on an ADD medication like time released Aderall.  You can stop at any time.  The drug will be completely out of his system in a day.   You want to give him just enough medication to for him to think before he acts not to be "doped up."   For kids who really need the medication, I've seen it change lives.  Lots of lives.  If he doesn't need the medication it won't change his behavior or ability to focus.\n\nThere really are no effective alternative medications.  Talk to your Doctor and consider the quality of life he currently experiences with out medication.  Good luck! =)
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You get forever stuck and by the time you realize you have it, your life is ruined, lol.  Make lists and lots of them.  Beg your doctor for a trial bottle of ritilan or similar.  If it has a calming effect on you, you have ADD.  If you feel wound up like most of the population would, then you don't.
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ADD (actually it's ADHD) is onew of the most studied conditions in medicine- it's definitely not a farce.  You don't have to be hyperactive to have it- it's more about your brain's ability to organize and focus.  A good book to read is "Driven to Distraction" by Hallowell and Ratey.  The most thorough and up-to date book I have read on the subject is "Attention Deficit Disorder" by Brown.  You should seek a clinical consultation, preferably with someone who is experienced in recognizing ADHD.  Correct treatment can make a  huge difference in your life, so so whatever it takes! P.S. contact me if you want more info...
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Yes, first get diagnosed by a physicist, if you have ADD or ADHD for sure get treatment. You will feel so much better.
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my son was promoted to the second grade barely knowing his alphabet and numbers. i also decided not to medicated during second grade. towards the end of the school year it would break my heart to hear my son say that he was stupid because he didn't know what his classmates did. i finally put him on ritalin. OMG!! what a change. he went from getting 20's and 30's (even with 501 modifications) to getting 70's and 80's. he has been taking the meds ever since. he is now a sophomore in hs taking regular classes and thinking of going to college. i highly recommend medicating IF the need is there. you need to take your child to a child psychologist who specializes in add/adhd. they cannot prescribe meds but can recommend. best of luck and tell your daughter to hang in there.
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yes... But PLEASE PLEASE be careful when giving him Ritalin... or other ADHD meds...  There are non-drugs you can get from the health food store to help calm them so they can do better at home, school, or where ever.\n\nThere was a boy, age 7 when he started taking Ritalin.  When he was 14, he collapsed and died of heart failure, determined to be caused by taking the Ritalin for too long!!   PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!  There are alternatives to prescription drugs for this!!!
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Hi BooMom\n\nHere are some ideas to help the healing process.\n\n\n\nQuick Action Plan for ADHD/ADD-like Symptoms\n\n1. Avoid the use of dangerous pharmaceutical drugs, such as Ritalin and Adderal.\n \n2. Recognize that the majority of ADHD/ADD diagnoses are inaccurate, and can be based on little or no scientific evidence.\n \n3. If you, your child or teen suffer from ADHD/ADD-like symptoms, be sure to explore all possible factors that may be causing hyperactivity. Essential to consider is poor diet, nutritional imbalances, undiagnosed learning disabilities and/or vision problems, lack of emotional support, heavy metal toxicity, and food and environmental allergies, all of which should be screened for. \n\n4. Avoid all sugars, wheat products, refined carbohydrates, sodas, processed foods, preservatives, artificial sweeteners, corn syrup, alcohol, and hydrogenated and trans-fatty oils. \n\n5. Avoid foods high in salicylates such as apples, almonds, oranges, peppers, and tomatoes. \n\n6. Emphasize organic fresh fruits and vegetables, organic whole grains such as amaranth and quinoa, organic free-range meats, poultry, and wild-caught fish, and drink plenty of pure, filtered water. \n\n7. Nutritional supplements include vitamin B-complex, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, essential fatty acids (EFAs), omega-3 oils, digestive enzymes, and probiotic supplements such as acidophilus and bifidus bacterium, tinctured zeolite and chlorella.\n \n8. Chamomile, linden flower, milk thistle, and red clover may be useful herbs. \n\n9. If heavy metal toxicity is a factor, consider working with a physician trained in the use of chelation therapy. \n\n10. Many excellent books on healing ADHD are available; we recommend "Children with Starving Brains" by Jaquelyn McCandless, M.D., and "A Path to Success" by Lawrence Weathers, Ph.D. \n\nCauses of ADHD/ADD-like Behavior\nA variety of factors can cause the hyperactivity symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of ADHD or ADD. They include undetected learning disabilities, food and environmental allergies, gastrointestinal disorders such as leaky gut syndrome, systemic yeast overgrowth, known as Candidiasis, heavy metal toxicity, poor diet, nutritional imbalances, and emotional upsets such as those caused by family problems. In some cases, the problem can also be due to undetected vision problems, such as the need for eyeglasses for reading. The overuse of antibiotics, as well as vaccines and immunization, can also cause symptoms of hyperactivity and/or ASDHD/ADD. Antibiotics can trigger allergic reactions and cause the gastrointestinal tract to become depleted of healthy bacteria, leading to candidiasis, while vaccines can severely compromise a child's still- developing immune system, and cause other serious health problems, including neurological damage. (For more information about the health risks posed by vaccination, see The Dangers of Vaccination.)\n\nDiet: The most common dietary triggers of ADHD/ADD and hyperactivity are commercially processed foods that are high in sugars and artificial sweeteners, food additives and chemical preservatives. Another important factor is caffeine, which is found not only in colas, but also in many other types of sodas and bottled drinks, as well as chocolate products. Ironically, many school lunch programs across the country regularly provide school children with foods laced with caffeine, and with sugar. Moreover, many schools also earn revenues through affiliations with soda and candy manufacturers, by allowing the sale of soda and candies on site via vending machines.\n\nFoods high in salicylates, which are natural chemical substances found in foods such as apples, berries, almonds, oranges, and tomatoes, can also cause hyperactivity. Consider a rotation or elimination diet, removing these foods from the diet for 1-4 weeks while paying attention to behavioral changes or improvements in behavior.\n\nNutrition: One of the most common defi
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be very patient and loving. my little sister has ADD, not quite the same thing but...love and understanding works well. try not to get upset when they just don't get it, be ready to repeat yourself.
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Attention Deficit Disorder
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finish the trial medications...  it often takes awhile before medications start to work, and different individuals repsond differently to different meds...\n\ni take the "he" in your question has ADHD, are you supplementing the meds with other supports?  all the research shows some form of behavior modification along with meds produces the best results...  if you haven't already, please ask you doc about getting some assistance with that...
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Crystal Meth! Just Kidding!  Try some adderall or ritalin.
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it is not just your son who needs to be seen through this\ncrisis, the whole family suffers .I have experience with my boy and adhd.\n\nin one way as he is only 14yrs old you still are in time to seek help\n\ni received so much support from a website  the link is below that i would recommend this to anyone in your circumstances.\nThere is a Dr who gives free medical advice, and loads of people to offer you the advice and support ,that you so clearly need.
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Well of course you should check your nutrition, aerobic exercise, and your sleep with a health professional.\n\nBut you might also talk to your health professional about Attention Deficit Disorder.\n\nThe book YOU MEAN I'M NOT LAZY, STUPID OR CRAZY?! may point you in the right direction. If you have an Amazon account you can even read parts of the book free online! (See link below)\n\nGodspeed!