ADHD-inattentive Concerns?
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I have ADHD as well and I am on the same medication. I find that the medication helps me a lot, I don't know about you though. I am in college too and it is very expensive. My ADHA doctor says that a change in diet can help a lot. Try to get enough protein, check it out on the internet, search in on google or one of  those sights. good luck!
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Both center around attention difficulties.  Someone with ADD has attention difficulties with no signs of hyperactivity.  Someone with ADHD will have some amount of hyperactivity.  This could manafest as excessive talking, tapping your hands or toes while sitting still, talking loudly, etc.  These indicators are much more indicative of ADHD then "bouncing off the walls".\n\nThere are several tests online as well as in books on ADD/ADHD that can give you an indication if you have either.  A doctor needs to make a diagnosis, though, because there are medical conditions that can mimic ADD/ADHD.  ADD/ADHD will should also be ruled out if you are going through a major life event.  ADD/ADHD behavior must exist without any external issues present.\n\nADD/ADHD is not something that your "break" yourself of.  It is not a habit.  If your ADD/ADHD are not severe that are many options besides medication.  A more natural diet, excersizing, doing yoga or meditating, and using lists & notebooks to stay organized are several ways to lesson the effects of ADD/ADHD in your life.\n\nA great resource is www.chadd.org
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This is not a disease thats a Disorder and the right name of it is ADHD....its better if u talk to a psychiatrist if the kid has some problem in his/her study or her social contact at school but most of children with this disorder (if they dont lose their study) will get better in future.
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DSM-IV Criteria for ADHD\nI. Either A or B:\n\nSix or more of the following symptoms of inattention have been present for at least 6 months to a point that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level: \n\nInattention\n\nOften does not give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities. \n\nOften has trouble keeping attention on tasks or play activities. \n\nOften does not seem to listen when spoken to directly. \n\nOften does not follow instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions). \n\nOften has trouble organizing activities. \n\nOften avoids, dislikes, or doesn't want to do things that take a lot of mental effort for a long period of time (such as schoolwork or homework). \n\nOften loses things needed for tasks and activities (e.g. toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools). \n\nIs often easily distracted. \n\nIs often forgetful in daily activities. \n\nSix or more of the following symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity have been present for at least 6 months to an extent that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level: \n\nHyperactivity\n\nOften fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat. \n\nOften gets up from seat when remaining in seat is expected. \n\nOften runs about or climbs when and where it is not appropriate (adolescents or adults may feel very restless). \n\nOften has trouble playing or enjoying leisure activities quietly. \n\nIs often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor". \n\nOften talks excessively. \n\nImpulsivity\n\nOften blurts out answers before questions have been finished. \n\nOften has trouble waiting one's turn. \n\nOften interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games). \n\nSome symptoms that cause impairment were present before age 7 years. \n\nSome impairment from the symptoms is present in two or more settings (e.g. at school/work and at home). \n\nThere must be clear evidence of significant impairment in social, school, or work functioning. \n\nThe symptoms do not happen only during the course of a Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Schizophrenia, or other Psychotic Disorder. The symptoms are not better accounted for by another mental disorder (e.g. Mood Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Dissociative Disorder, or a Personality Disorder). \n\nBased on these criteria, three types of ADHD are identified:\n\nADHD, Combined Type: if both criteria 1A and 1B are met for the past 6 months \n\nADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type: if criterion 1A is met but criterion 1B is not met for the past six months  \n\nADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: if Criterion 1B is met but Criterion 1A is not met for the past six months. \n\nAmerican Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision. Washington, DC, American Psychiatric Association, 2000.
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I don't know but it seems nowadays they diagnose any hyperactivity or problem behavior in kids as ADHD.  Why don't you ask this in the "Mental Health" category?
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Routine is essential. That is, simple, consistent routines. \n\nThey should be very specific, including (for example) when to take of shoes after school and exactly where to put them. That way shoes never get lost in the morning. When to eat, and how much.\n\nAny chore obligations should be written out, timetabled and strictly adhered to.\n\nSimple strategies for helping kids with ADHD:\n- Make sure your child is looking at you before you talk\n- Give short, clear instructions – one or two steps at a time\n- Use visual support for instructions, like a whiteboard or checklist\n- Have consistent daily routines\n- Establish some simple rules for behaviour at home\n- As much as possible, minimise situations that make your\nchild unnecessarily stressed\n- Praise your child for good behaviours and try to ignore minor irritations\n\nPlease email me for further information: tim0huxley@yahoo.com.sg\nand I will send you the details of some excellent contacts.
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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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I imagine if you do a simple google search for ADD symptom test or diagnosis, there will be something you can take and show your doctor. Have you expressed to your doc that you think you have this? If not, it might be enough just to discuss it with them. But no online test is going to give a definitive answer. Your doctor will still want to check you out before giving out prescriptions. Do the search and see what you can find and just schedule an appointment with your doctor to talk about ADD and ADHD. They should be open and willing to talk to you about such things. And if they aren't, find a doctor who is willing to give you a second opinion.
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Memory problems, time management problems,  inability to concentate. Losing things,  bad housekeeping, chronic tardiness often due to having to go back and retrieve forgotten items and then having to search for them.  Trouble sleeping.  Trouble waking up.  Anxiety.  The good news is people with ADHD are usually very creative, original thinkers and people like them in spite of the chaos that surrounds them.  And by them, of course I mean us because I have it big time.
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Inattention\n\nOften does not give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities. \n\nOften has trouble keeping attention on tasks or play activities. \n\nOften does not seem to listen when spoken to directly. \n\nOften does not follow instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions). \n\nOften has trouble organizing activities. \n\nOften avoids, dislikes, or doesn't want to do things that take a lot of mental effort for a long period of time (such as schoolwork or homework). \n\nOften loses things needed for tasks and activities (e.g. toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools). \n\nIs often easily distracted. \n\nIs often forgetful in daily activities. \n\nSix or more of the following symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity have been present for at least 6 months to an extent that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level: \n\nHyperactivity\n\nOften fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat. \n\nOften gets up from seat when remaining in seat is expected. \n\nOften runs about or climbs when and where it is not appropriate (adolescents or adults may feel very restless). \n\nOften has trouble playing or enjoying leisure activities quietly. \n\nIs often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor". \n\nOften talks excessively. \n\nImpulsivity\n\nOften blurts out answers before questions have been finished. \n\nOften has trouble waiting one's turn. \n\nOften interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games). \n\nSome symptoms that cause impairment were present before age 7 years. \n\nSome impairment from the symptoms is present in two or more settings (e.g. at school/work and at home). \n\nThere must be clear evidence of significant impairment in social, school, or work functioning. \n\nThe symptoms do not happen only during the course of a Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Schizophrenia, or other Psychotic Disorder. The symptoms are not better accounted for by another mental disorder (e.g. Mood Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Dissociative Disorder, or a Personality Disorder).
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I've always had trouble concentrating, but the worst time was spring of my freshman year in college. I was overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, terrified of not doing well, and my mind and emotions just shut down.\n\nI don't know if that's what's happening to you, but it's a possibility.\n\nAnother long-shot possibility is that you have undiagnosed attention deficit disorder which you've managed to compensate for until now (that was my case)--either the workload's gotten harder, the topics are more difficult or other emotional issues are adding to the load. Thus your ability to compensate is being compromised.\n\nI'd suggest talking to your parents, school counselor, a teacher or other adult you REALLY trust. Just make sure it's someone who will listen and hear your concerns and try to help you problem solve and get to the root of your issues...because the possibilities I've mentioned may have nothing to do with your situation.
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It's not just you - I happen to agree also. When my son was in first grade the school started in on me to have him diagnosed as ADHD & "suggested" medication - turned out the child had a severe vision problem that normal screening didn't catch & he could not see! I stuck to my guns & told them no drugs, & no, he didn't have a behavior disorder - & I was right! \nEverybody wants a "quick fix" as you said - from everything to making kids behave to losing weight. Take these pills & you'll feel/look/act all better!! It's like Jack & the Magic Beans!! lol And it doesn't always work.\nKids receive little to no discipline at home, the teachers are so busy trying to keep their classrooms disciplined that they can't teach so they learn very little & with TV being the best babysitter on the planet, children don't develop attention spans anymore. They can't sit still & pay attention because no one taught them how to do that. Parents have got to start teaching their children self-discipline at home!!\nOkay, I'll get down off my soapbox now - but yes, ADHD is too widely used as a diagnosis to cover a whole host of ills these days. \nAll I can say is do what you can with your own children & hope other parents will begin to do the same with theirs.
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I have adult ADD and I have had problems with impulse control - doing things first without considering the consequences.
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Seems to me like an older stage of ADHD.\nAbout migraines;that is very obvious:take him to a doctor!\nHis behaviour shows a lot of fear for something and he hides it due ignorance and "laugh" because this behaviour makes him forget the fear.
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focusing on certain tasks
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adhd
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You Mean I'm Not Lazy, Stupid or Crazy (aimed more at women but men could learn from it too) --- has great personal stories and excellent ideas on how to help yourself.\n\nADD: A Different Perspective --- excellent because it does not consider ADHD to be a disorder but an adaptation to survive.\n\nPlease remember that ADHD is not something to be fixed! I was diagnosed 7 years ago and tried for years to 'fix' myself and become like very non-ADHD people I know and that did not work.\n\nMake the ADHD work for you and give yourself time to adjust to the shock of knowing you have ADHD. You'll be amazed to learn how many things you thought were 'wrong' with you are really just ADHD. No, it's not an excuse to be lazy, stupid or crazy but it explains a lot!