According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), millions of children in the United States have been diagnosed with ADHD. Surprisingly, over time, this number has increased.
So, what’s going on here? Is ADHD actually being overdiagnosed? What does an “overdiagnosis” mean? In this article, we’re going to dig into all of this.
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. That’s why most people consider it a childhood disorder. But it is not only common in children. By some estimates, 2.5% of the adult US population meet criteria for ADHD. That translates to 140 million people!
The adult brain suffering from ADHD is believed to be different from a healthy brain. It’s not about having a bad day but a lifelong experience of non-optimal brain functioning.
Here are 4 ways to recognize ADHD in Adults:
First, creating an area within the home that is dedicated solely to learning will improve the child’s ability to remain focused. Given that inattention is a core feature of ADHD, reducing the potential for distractions within the learning area is crucial…
If you have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), one of the best things you can do to help manage symptoms is get ample exercise and sleep. Unfortunately, roughly two thirds of those with ADHD report that they are unable to get the suggested 7-9 hours of sleep per night. There are many contributing reasons why those with ADHD have trouble sleeping:
Here are some school accommodation ideas that may be helpful for students with ADHD:
An ADHD Coach establishes daily behaviors which allow an individual to maintain persistence and motivation towards long term future goals, allowing hopes and dreams to become a reality. Here are some ADHD COACHING TIPS:
Going back to school can be a stressful experience for a child with ADHD. Here are some tips to make the transition a little less stressful:
Life can be hard enough in children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unfortunately, comorbidities can make matters even more challenging, whether trying to succeed at school or work. Bipolar disorder is more likely to occur in children and adults with ADHD by several fold. What is bipolar disorder, how is it diagnosed, and how does it change ADHD treatment plans?
