I am 30.  I have attention deficit disorder.  Is it possible to treat ADD fully?
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Homeopathic Treatment can help you overcome your disorder.\nPlease Feel free to contact me if really need help.
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The syndrome Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) defies a concrete definition. There are no blood tests, brain scans, or psychological tests that definitively diagnose it.\n\nThere are many combinations of cognitive and behavioral problems that may exist.\n\nADD/ADHD is not an imaginary disorder.  It is a chronic developmental disorder which is genetically based.  It is not a learning disability, but can co?exist with learning disabilities in approximately 25 to 33 percent of those diagnosed with ADD/ADHD.\n\nThere are studies that have found that stimulants are the single most effective way to treat this disorder.  Followers of the news know that more and more people are being treated with Ritalin and other stimulants, and the treatment rates are different from one community to the next.  \n\nUnfortunately, there is no type of medication that will cure ADD/ADHD.  The use of medication to treat it, however,  is very controversial.  \n\nRitalin is stimulant which increases brain activity, enabling those with ADD/ADHD to control impulsively, regulate behavior, screen out extraneous stimuli, and increase attention span.  This may appear to calm the ADD/ADHD person while over?stimulating those who do not have this disorder.  Most people who need medication, that is with abnormal brain function, do not abuse it; however, the potential for abuse is always there.\n\n College students cramming for an exam and professionals preparing for a presentation are turning to Ritalin.  They obtain Ritalin by telling doctors that they are having problems paying attention.  This kind of abuse is dangerous.  Ritalin affects a normal brain differently, and it can make you sick.  For the person with normal brain function, there are many potential side effects including elevated blood pressure and heart rate, nausea, agitation, headaches, and insomnia.\n\nA thorough evaluation of the person’s abilities, including appropriate screening for learning disabilities, should be made.  A diagnosis of ADD/ADHD may then be determined by assessing the difficulties the person has with their ability to stay on task, control impulsivity, and maintain attention and organization.  A person with ADD/ADHD, left undiagnosed and untreated, is at a greater risk of underachievement in the classroom and on the job, substance abuse, poor relationships, lack of self esteem, and problems with the law.  While Ritalin is effective in reducing these risks among ADD/ADHD sufferers, it should be used in conjunction with other methods.
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The syndrome Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) defies a concrete definition. There are no blood tests, brain scans, or psychological tests that definitively diagnose it.  However, in the United States, ADD/ADHD is the most diagnosed childhood psychological disorder. Not all Attention Deficit Disorders display the same exact symptoms.  There are many combinations of cognitive and behavioral problems that may exist.  Symptoms of this syndrome may include: Poor impulse control and internal self-monitoring, attention inconsistencies, chronic procrastination, the need for instant gratification, poor organizational skills, hyperactivity and hypoactivity, poor peer relationships, poor concept of time, and the need for highly stimulating activities.\n\nADD/ADHD is not an imaginary disorder.  It is a chronic developmental disorder which is genetically based.  It is not a learning disability, but can coexist with learning disabilities in approximately 25 to 33 percent of those diagnosed with ADD/ADHD.  ADD/ADHD places people at risk of everything from school failure to drug abuse. \n\nEven though the syndrome Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) defies a concrete definition, people should not be left to flounder with their difficulties when there are treatments available that will help.  Failure to treat ADHD carries significant risks whose lifelong consequences are well known.
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I have a son with ADD/ADHD.  Sometimes it is tough but you always love your child.  Honestly, I see my son for the wonderful kid that he is because he might have ADD/ADHD, it doesn't have him.  He is on the honour roll at school and he is active in his youth group.  Everybody loves him!  As for lax parenting, not a problem, I have a background in Psychology...Personality Profiling so I know how to get him out of his episodes.  I recommend to you to volunteer at a children's shelter or a mental hospital and make your own observations.  You might be suprized what you learn.  It's a real disorder and 96% of our population lives with a mental health disorder.  What mental health disorder are you living with or are you 4% of the population as a product of lax parenting yourself?
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My son had/has ADHD...he is now 19. I would give him a cup of strong coffee or 1/2 an espresso, which counteracts the hyperactivity. He told me that the 'rushing' feeling inside of him was gone, so he didn't feel so restless and could focus on tasks.\n\nAlso, having a list of activities/tasks/responsiblities for the child can help structure their day. As soon as I used to see that idle glare in his eye I would suggest something from the list. As he got older he would look at the list himself instead of me having to suggest choices. \n\nAnother thing is since my son was very physical, when we were out in public if he was too restless I would make him do 5 back-flips, which would use-up that energy. You could use push-ups, jumping jacks, whatever the child can do or is age/situation appropriate.\n\nI always carried a Rubic's Cube or some type of puzzle game once my son was older too, when we were in situations where sitting/waiting were involved i.e. dr's office/dentist, etc.\n\nGood Luck!
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go to his pediatrician. The pediatrician should refer you.\ni think public schools might be able to offer some type of service as well.. not sure about that.. but 1st check with his pediatrician..\n\ngood luck..\n\nand note for ibitecareful.. you idiot.. there is such a thing called adhd for children.. if you are not going to answer properly to this person whom is asking for help.. don't both answering with stupid answers.. maybe you need you butt smacked you useless fool!!
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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!
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Despite what many people will tell you, ADD is not a disease.  There is no test for it.  Some people just have trouble concentrating.  If your concentration severely affects you lifestyle then see a doctor.  Since there is no test for it, different doctors will diagnose differently.  There are medications out there for it, but the side effects could be more of a nucience than your condition.  In my opinion, only seek medication if it is seriously affecting your lifestyle.
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I was just diagnosed with adult ADD.  The testing I did took three sessions of an hour apiece.  The first session was my life history, dealing with school, work and family.  The second was testing dealing with memory, and concentration.  For example I was given 2 lists of words and had to identify which list the word was in when given to me later.  That is about it.  By the way there is no pass or fail.  Either you have it or you don't.  A good website for information on adult ADD is www.ADD.org
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Hey dude, I'm adopted also and think my Mom also had that operation, but I was long gone and didn't notice any change in her.  The older she gets the mellower and nicer she becomes: something to look for in old age!  Now she's 84 and still trukin, although having trouble hitting the speed limit.\n\nI didn't know much about ADHD until I just Googled it, but based upon the "symptoms" listed in Wikipedia, I definitely suffer.  Damn, until I read this question, I thought I was perfectly normal.  Maybe ADHD is normal!
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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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Maybe you have Attention Deficit Disorder and you could benefit from some medication.   Go see your doctor and speak with him on this problem.
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My 16-year-old is on Concerta and my husband is on Stratera.\n\nThat doesn't really answer your question, but I read the answer about not breaking your daughter's spirit. I know there's a lot of controversy about ADD, and I don't want to get into all of that.  But my husband wasn't diagnosed until a couple of years ago, while he was working on his master's degree.  Since I don't suffer from it, I don't understand it and didn't think it was that big of a deal.  But my husband went from struggling to making straight A's. He told me how amazing it was for him to actually start something and then finish it without being upset with himself for needing to go a million different directions.\n\nSo, basically I just wanted to say good for you, for caring about your daughter and looking for the right thing to do for her.
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ADD/ADHD is not an imaginary disorder.  It is a chronic developmental disorder which is genetically based.  It is not a learning disability, but can co?exist with learning disabilities in approximately 25 to 33 percent of those diagnosed with ADD/ADHD.\n\nI am taking concerta.  It is fine for this problem.  There are side effects however.\n\nI never heard of anyone who is taking or is told to take two different kinds of this medication together.  I am not positive but I don't think it is a good idea.
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Fish oil is great for brain function. Kids with add take this and show great improvement. Go to a health food store and ask for advice they will be more than happy to help.
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Contact your doctor about it. Depending on your doctor you may need proof that you have ADHD. If that is the case you will need to contact who ever first diagnosed you with ADHD and/ or who first prescribed it for you.\nAlso, just because the amount you took as a kid worked, does not mean it will work the same as an adult.\nI was diagnosed at 16 took ritalin until I was 21 and stopped. I too recently realized that being on it again would benefit me greatly. I spoke to my doctor and he prescribed me some. It was that simple.\nBut it may not be that simple for you. And the ONLY legal way to obtain a prescritption medication, particularly a controlled one like ritalin is with a dr. prescription. It may be annoying but it is the safer, legal way to go about. There are more options availble out now and you may find one that works better.\nGood luck
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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.