where can i find information on how to have someone tested for adhd?
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What Are the Symptoms?\n\nThe symptoms of ADHD include inattention, impulsiveness and hyperactivity that are inappropriate for a person's age level. \n\nChildren who have ADHD often:\n\nAre easily distracted by sights and sounds in their environment. \nAre unable to concentrate for long periods of time on low stimulation tasks (homework vs. video games). \nAre restless and impulsive. \nHave a tendency to daydream. \nAre slow to complete tasks. \nAdults who have ADHD often:\n\nMiss work deadlines.\nMiss appointments.\nAppear hectic and disorganized.\nHave significant problems prioritizing. \nSymptoms of ADHD in adults and children\n\nYou must got to a physiologist or a ph\nphycartist and have the test done formally.
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http://www.reference.com/Dir/Reference/Education/Products_and_Services/Test_Preparation/Professional_Exams/Health\nhttp://dmoz.org/Reference/Education/Products_and_Services/Test_Preparation/Professional_Exams/Health/\nhttp://www.asrt.org/\nhttp://www.arrt.org/\n\nThese links should assist you in practice examinations.\n\nGood luck!!
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get them to create something. Drawings, building blocks, games that excite or test their ability to remember, painting, crafts. You can try making them discuss issues. You will be surprised what comes out. If you are facing hyperactive children know that their attention span is very short so a variety of quick games may help. TV is your last resort. They would likely not enjoy the same program anyway. Good luck.
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www.chadd.org has a lot of info on ADD/ADHD and the positive effects of Ritilan (and other medications) when used appropriately\n\nGood luck on your report!
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Hmmm... I would suggest contacting the testing agency.  They have ones that you can take on the computer for those with disabilities.  All you ahev to do is type the correct letter answer as opposed to filling in the blanks.
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www.iqtest.com is quite a good one
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You can get them through VitalChek: http://www.vitalchek.com/agency_locator.asp?providerid=3639\n\nYou can ask questions through a form on their FAQ page.
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coffee,\n\nThe question you asked is the very issue that's surrounding a LOT of controversy.  I believe there are just as many doctors that will tell you that ADHD is a for real, bona fide diagnosis, and those who'll tell you that it's junk science, just a way to chemically control behavior which is absolutely normal.\n\nI take it your step-brother is an example of one that gives pro-ADHD folks plenty of ammunition and speaking points.  A "demon" you said?  See, in order to have a child diagnosed with ADHD is not as easy as taking him/her to the pediatrician and having the doc put the diagnosis in the chart.  There are a LOT of guidelines and criteria that must be met, and the final "yea" or "nay" would depend on the say-so of folks that the child spends a lot of time with, including teachers, day-care workers, guidance counselors, etc.  One of the main questions that must be answered by these folks, including those living with the child is, "Is the behavior affecting the child's capacity to learn (in a school environment) and/or is the behavior disruptive to others to the point that the environment within the school or home has deterioated-affecting the DISRUPTIVE CHILD in a negative manner..."  \n\nSee coffee, the way it's supposed to be done, is to take how the hyper kid is being affected, NOT how everyone else around him/her feels.  If you look at it objectively, it would be pretty dangerous to be able to medicate a child if all it took were a "majority vote" within the household...agree?\n\nI have a son, now nine years old that was diagnosed as being affected by ADHD.  At first when we tried medications we did not like the way his personality changed, so medication was not an option.  That was four years ago, and by working with him, he's doing much, much better now...he's able to control himself and doing fantastically in school.  \n\nAm I for diagnosing kids with ADHD and medicating them?  There is evidence that medicine helps a lot of kids and for that, I'm inclined to side with those who agree with diagnosing and medicating those who need it.  But ultimately it's the parent's responsibility to see that their child's best interests are being protected.
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Check out the Fragile X Foundation website http://www.fraxa.org or the National Fragile X Foundation website http://www.fragilex.org
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Contact your school district- perhaps the principal or superintendent's office. Ask if they have a dyslexia specialist within the district. Put your request for the testing in writing to the attention of whoever should have it. Then fill out the necessary paperwork so they can do the testing. Good Luck!
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My family is full of ADD and ADHD people, including myself!\n\nFirst, make an appointment and go to a REPUTABLE Doctor in the field of behavioral medicine to obtain a diagnosis. A good doctor will put you through several test that can take up to 2 hours or more to diagnose you. Once you are diagnosed, you and your doctor can decide on the best approach for your care. There is a new drug on the market for the treatment of ADD that is not a stimulant, it is called Strattera.\n\nStimulant abuse is very common with people who are ADD. It is a form of self-medicating. You MUST be very upfront with your doctor about your past history of drug abuse.\n\nGood luck to you.
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He may not actually have ADHD.  That's a pretty good way to figure out if a child has it, but it's unethical to give someone drugs to see how they might affect the person--so it's not done.  My guess is he's been misdiagnosed, but try to get the medication switched by consulting with your doctor.
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The USEPA manuals are the place to start.  For unofficial procedures, you can go to a pool or fish store and get simple tests that work for most home situations.  Other procedures are found in the book "Standard Methods".
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i would imagine most schools would be able to provide you with some sort of test along these lines... have you tried asking your local high school?
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http://www.deltabravo.net/custody/drugtest.php
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If your child shows gifted signs (NOT necessarily high grades, but certainly creativity, critical thinking, etc.), your child's school district should provide screening free of charge based on your request. If they refuse, ask for that refusal, with an explanation of why, in writing.\n\nLow grades alone are not adequate reasoning for why a child should not be tested (many gifted kids do poorly grade-wise, as they can be very unmotivated).\n\nIf you are looking for an independent diagnostician, try this site--ask them if they either offer diagnostic services, or can refer to somewhere that can:\n\nhttp://www.education.wisc.edu/rpse/
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I was diagnosed w/ ADHD 4 years thru college lol. I found the best tool was a pocket organizer/datebook, just write everything down in it, which I had never done before. That helped a lot.