Resources CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association) National Resource Center on AD/HD adhd/guide/adhd-symptoms adhd/guide/adhd-symptoms Mayo Clinic Local Health Department 100 North Appleton Street Appleton, WI Your family Care Doctor Types 1) Combined ADHD - the most common type; involves all of the symptoms 2) Inattentive ADHD --previously known as ADD and is marked by impaired attention and concentration 3) Hyperactive-impulsive ADHD -- is marked by hyperactivity without inattentiveness Adult attention- deficit/hyperactiv ity disorder (adult ADHD) Mental health condition which (use “that “ here instead of “which” causes inattention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. It is a condition that effects millions of children and often lasts into adulthood jpg&imgrefurl= adhd.html&usg=__DgRd4pKfQYsbSmckUDXi7z8KYzM=&h=442&w=350&sz=20&hl=en&start=6&um=1&itb s=1&tbnid=hhSLPYMcPhyxKM:&tbnh=127&tbnw=101&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dadhd%26um%3D1%26hl% 3Den%26sa%3DN%26tbs%3Disch:1 Christine Shorkey May 27, 2010

Symptoms In attention -procrastination -forgetfulness in daily activities -failure to complete tasks -makes careless mistakes -frequent shifts in conversation Hyperactive -fidgeting, squirming in seat -talking excessively -can be loud -always on the go -trouble staying in seat -running or climbing excessively Impulsivity -impatience -Difficulty awaiting turn -frequent interrupting -blurting things out Treatment Diet -makes a huge difference with kids 20 to 25 percent of the times. -No yellow foods, dairy products, junk food, fruit juice, nutrasweet, processed meats, msg, avoid food coloring and fish, cut back on fried foods by 90%, cut sugar intake by 90%, cut chocolate by 90%. Slowly add in each item one at a time. If you see a change in your child’s behavior, avoid that particular food. Medication -Stimulant drugs (Ritalin, Concerta) -Non-Stimulant drugs (Straterra) -Amphetamines (Dexedrine, Adderall) Alternative treatment -behavioral therapy -tutoring and special education -structured school and home life -natural herbs Long Term Prognosis -ADHD is a long term, chronic condition. -About 50% of children will continue to have problems throughout their entire lives. -Adults symptoms seem to be less and they are more able to control them and mask them better. -Untreated ADHD can have long-term education effects and lack of ability to hold a steady job. It also can learn to trouble some behavior and run ins with the law. (??) Causes The cause is still unknown however inherited genetic factors are likely responsible com/2009/06/adhd jpg