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Glossary: A-H

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.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is an approach sometimes used to treat ADHD. Learn more about CBT.

AACAP

What is it?

AAP

What is it?

ADD / ADHD Coach

What is an ADD / ADHD Coach? Read on to learn the definition of an ADD / ADHD Coach.

ADD

What is it?

Adderall

What is it?

ADHD

Definition

ADHD Coaches Organization

What is the ADHD Coaches Organization?

Attention Deficit Disorder Association

Learn more about the Attention Deficit Disorder Association - ADDA

Attention Research Update

Attention Research Update - Information on ADHD Research

Amphetamines

Definition

CHADD - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

CHADD - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Biofeedback

Definition

Concerta

What is it?

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - DSM

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - DSM. Definition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders or DSM.

Dopamine

What is it?

Dyslexia - Definition of Dyslexia

Dyslexia. What is dyslexia? What are some signs that your child may have dyslexia?

Genetic

Definition

Hyperactivity

Definition

Functional Behavioral Assessment

Definition of a Functional Behavioral Assessment

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