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Understanding ADD/ADHD (27)
Everything you always wanted to know about ADD/ADHD, and then some. Read further to learn about the basics of ADD/ADHD, causes and history, risk factors, prevalence, diagnostic process, and the difference between ADD and ADHD.

Signs and Symptoms (6)
What are the signs and symptoms of ADD/ADHD? Inattention, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity. Read further to find out more information about these symptoms.

Related Conditions (6)
As many as one third of children with ADHD have one or more additional or coexisting conditions. Adults with ADHD show an even higher incidence. The most common of these are anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, behavioral problems, learning and language disabilities.

Evaluation and Diagnosis (16)
Everything you ever wanted to know about the Evaluation and Diagnostic process for ADD/ADHD, you will find it here. Read on to learn more about how to get started, what to expect, questions to ask, information to have available, and how a diagnosis is made.

Treatment of ADD/ADHD (33)
Learn more about treatment approaches for dealing with ADD/ADHD. Everything you want to know about medications, behavior modifications, counseling, and ADD/ADHD education can be found here.

Children and Teens (132)
Want to find out more information about parenting strategies for your ADD/ADHD child or teen, tips for school success, and reading materials about ADD and ADHD for kids and teens? You will find it here.

Adult ADD/ADHD (46)
Want to find out more information about Adult ADD and ADHD? Here is the place. Find tips for success in the work place, strategies for happy relationships, and gain a better overall understanding of Adult ADD/ADHD.

Living with ADD/ADHD (32)
Want to learn more about living with ADD or ADHD? What is it like to have ADD/ADHD? What are the psychological and emotional issues surrounding ADHD? What about family and friends? How can relapses be prevented? All your questions about living with ADHD are answered here.

Famous People with ADD/ADHD (7)
If you or someone you love has ADD/ADHD, you are in good company! Some of the most creative, innovative, and imaginative people are in this group. Check out this page to see which famous individuals also have or are thought to have ADHD.

Research Studies (13)
Want to find out about the latest research on ADD/ADHD? This is the place to be.

ADD/ADHD Resources (33)
Looking for information about ADD/ADHD organizations and support groups, books, magazines, newsletters, and websites? You are in the right place.

Glossary (50)
Uncertain about what a word means? It is easy to get confused with all the medical terms and abbreviations related to ADHD. Use this glossary anytime you need help to clarify and understand these terms.

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