Archive for the "ADD / ADHD" Category
Five Surprising Facts about ADHD
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Despite widespread information surrounding the disorder, most people would be surprised to learn these five facts about ADHD.
The Dangers of Ritalin
Thursday, May 20th, 2010
ADD and ADHD are on the rise. Is Ritalin, one of the most popular drugs prescribed for attention deficit, really all it’s cracked up to be? Are it’s benefits really worth the cost?
Survey: Parents Open to Options of Alternative Medicine
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
“Parents should be aware that integrative medicine can be helpful from the onset of the disease and can save time, money, and most importantly, improve a child’s quality of life.” – Dr. Timothy Culbert
How to Recognize ADHD in Children and Adults
Wednesday, September 9th, 2009Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder that makes it hard for children and adults to focus and/or control their behavior. It affects two million children in the United States and often continues into adulthood. In the past ADHD was known as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), but in 1994 it was renamed [...]
A Child’s Backpack: Books, Pencils, Homework, Medication?
Thursday, August 27th, 2009Children with ADD or ADHD often have an even more difficult time at school due to the lack of consistent treatment and medication. If your child requires daily medication for their ADD/ADHD, it’s so important to develop a working routine with their teachers, principal and school nurse.
Can A Healthy Diet Ease ADHD Symptoms?
Sunday, August 23rd, 2009You have probably heard the saying “you are what you eat.” While it might seem trite, this statement has some surprising relevance to ADHD. What you feed your child (and yourself) can have quite an impact on the negative behavior associated with ADHD.
Alternative Drug Treatment For Preschoolers
Tuesday, August 18th, 2009If you are looking for alternative ADHD treatment options to use instead of (or in addition to) prescribed medication, you have many different choices.
Nutritional Remedies For ADHD
Tuesday, August 18th, 2009Many people are now turning to alternative, natural remedies for common ailments and finding success. These natural alternatives allow people an option other than relying on often dangerous prescription drugs or expensive surgeries. ADHD is now one disorder that has a natural choice available.
Are Amphetamines Linked To ADHD?
Monday, August 17th, 2009Amphetamines, specifically Dextroamphetamine, are one type of drug used to treat ADHD symptoms in adults and children. Amphetamines stimulate the central nervous system to balance levels of neurotransmitters in the brain.
Comparison of ADHD Treatments
Monday, August 3rd, 2009ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a developmental disorder, usually surfacing during childhood. A child with ADHD has trouble paying attention, focusing on one particular task, is prone to distraction, poor memory, and difficulty controlling their impulses.
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