What does a diagnosis of ADD or ADHD mean? Should all cases of ADD be treated? What options for ADD treatment should be considered and can a child outgrow ADD?

Apr 29, 2009 - Shannon Emmanuel

Approximately one in four adults with ADHD also suffer from depression. However, for many, one or both conditions can remain undiagnosed and untreated.

Mar 11, 2011 - Kate Liddle

Adult ADHD is estimated to affect 4.4 % of the U.S. adult population. However, less than one-fourth are aware they suffer from this disorder.

Apr 6, 2010 - Sandra Blake

Discussing the diagnosis of attention deficit disorder or ADHD to your child can be worrisome but done properly with foresight and planning helps a lot.

Mar 6, 2011 - Elizabeth Richards

The rapidly expanding scope of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) demonstrates the potential risk of the medicalization of normal conditions.

Jan 5, 2010 - Rebekah Richards

Most kids have a lot of energy. Sometimes their energy surpasses that of their parents and caregivers. Obviously, every energetic child does not have ADHD.

Sep 29, 2006 - Lynn Moore

ADHD is becoming increasingly diagnosed in children, but how can we be sure that children actually have the condition and are not just being naughty?

Apr 5, 2011 - Tracey Bisdee

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is among the most controversial and troublesome of educational and child health issues of our day.

Apr 29, 2006 - Greg Cruey

Children have enough to worry about growing up, let alone if they have ADHD. ADHD in children is common, but treatment is available.

Nov 21, 2010 - Krysha Thayer

There may be a lot of controversy over the use of Ritalin to treat the symptoms of ADHD, but it may be right for some people depending on their symptoms.

Nov 23, 2010 - Krysha Thayer

Children spend 18 years waiting to become adults who can come and go as they please without the fear of parental interference.

Feb 9, 2011 - Daphne Matthews

ADHD is associated with slight brain abnormalities: genetics, toxic substances, food additives and brain injury are all potential contributing factors.

May 27, 2008 - Jennifer Copley

Typical ADHD symptoms such as inattention and poor reading skills, may actually be signs of dyslexia, a widespread and very treatable learning disorder.

Nov 1, 2009 - Zoe Langley

Who is affected by ADHD and the symptoms associated with it? How common is ADHD diagnosis? ADHD facts and statistics.

Mar 23, 2011 - Scott Wolfenden

Toddlers and very young children normally exhibit many of the features of ADHD, but diagnosis is usually made after the age of 7.

May 12, 2008 - Carla Snuggs

ADHD is a descriptive diagnosis that must involve a detailed developmental history and physical examination of the child and their behavior

May 5, 2008 - Carla Snuggs

ADHD is not just a childhood condition. Many people who were never diagnosed with ADHD as children still suffer with the symptoms as adults.

May 9, 2011 - Katherine Scrimshaw

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is an often misunderstood disorder that can affect adults and children.

Oct 4, 2009 - Wendy Kelly

Brief answers to some of the more frequently asked questions about ADD and ADHD.

Aug 18, 2006 - Darcy Andries