ADD Diagnosis

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ADD diagnosis usually leads to prescription medication, but there are alternative treatments that claim equal efficacy; learn what they are and how to assess their usefulness.

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Why did it happen? This is typically the first thing parents want to know after their child is diagnosed with ADD. Learn here what the latest theories are.

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What leads to an ADD diagnosis isn't yet completely clear, but there are some risk factors you can avoid. Learn about them here.

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Do you think you might have adult ADD? Check out this test that will help you learn about diagnosis.

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Structure and nurture

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Children diagnosed with ADD need a supportive and structured environment to help them learn in school and at home; here are some helpful tips.

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Check out this comprehensive overview of ADD, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and so much more.

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ADD vs, ADHD

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Did you know that these were different conditions? Learn the differences in diagnosis, symptoms and treatment of ADD and ADHD.

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Learn more about adult ADD, including what symptoms lead to the diagnosis and what treatments are available.

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Scientists found that the brains of kids diagnosed with ADD mature just like those of kids without the diagnosis; the maturation process is just shifted by three years.

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A team effort

Family Education

Making sure that the ADD diagnosis is correct involves an interdisciplinary approach; learn here how to assemble your own "A" team.

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