ADD-ADHD Medical Reference
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9 Ways to Meet a Deadline
Need to get stuff done? Try these strategies for people with ADHD or other conditions that affect concentration and focus.
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What to Know About Short Attention Spans
Learn more about having a short attention span, including the signs, causes, challenges, and how to manage it.
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ADHD in Children: Managing Moods and Emotions
Children with ADHD often have problems regulating their emotions. Learn why and how to help them manage.
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The Costs of Childhood ADHD
WebMD explores the costs of raising children with ADHD. Learn what to expect when it comes to doctor visits, medication, and more.
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ADHD: Latest Research
Here’s what some of the most recent research says about ADHD symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.
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Is Your Child’s Behavior Problem ADHD?
Learn how to tell whether it’s normal rowdy kid stuff or the signs of ADHD.
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ADHD in Preschoolers
Most kids are of school age when they get an ADHD diagnosis. But experts say 1 in 3 children diagnosed are preschoolers.
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Why Can’t I Focus?
Certain habits and health issues can shorten your attention span. Learn what to look out for and how to get back on track.
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How to Manage ADHD Medication Rebound
Children who take ADHD medication may have periods where their symptoms begin to flare. Doctors call this a “medication rebound,” which happens when your child’s brain reacts to their medicine wearing off. Find out what the symptoms of medication rebound are, why it happens, and how to avoid it.
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Tips for Living Well With Adult ADHD
Healthy habits in your daily life can help you better manage the symptoms of ADHD.
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ADHD in Older Adults
There’s little knowledge on how ADHD affects older adults. But getting an accurate diagnosis can improve your quality of life.
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Newly Diagnosed with Adult ADHD? Here’s What You Should Know
A diagnosis of adult ADHD brings many questions. Learn what you can expect and how to get treatment and support.
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What to Do if Your ADHD Meds Stop Working
ADHD meds work for most people, but not everyone. Learn why they may stop working and what you should do if that happens.
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The Costs of ADHD
ADHD can come with high out-of-pocket costs, both direct costs of care and additional costs for therapy and coaching if you choose to get them.
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ADHD in Women
There’s little knowledge on how ADHD affects adult women. Experts say undiagnosed and untreated ADHD in women can lower their quality of life.
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Higher Education and ADHD
ADHD can affect your ability to perform throughout college. Whether you’re going to an out-of-state university, staying at home and attending a community college, or enrolled in a program at a trade school, the change of pace can be difficult for those with ADHD. Find out what you can do to make your transition smooth.
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ADHD: How to Be More Attentive
Learn the many simple habits you can form to increase your focus when you have ADHD.
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ADHD: How to Ask for the Support You Need
If you have ADHD, you may tend to try to manage things on your own, or maybe you know that you need help but don’t know where to start. Learn about how to talk with your loved ones about ADHD and where to find community support, both in-person and online.
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Strattera vs. Ritalin for ADHD
Strattera and Ritalin are medicines children and adults can take to manage their ADHD symptoms. They work in different ways and have different side effects.
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Misdiagnosed ADHD: Conditions With Overlapping Symptoms
Sometimes ADHD symptoms are actually something else. Learn how these and symptoms of other conditions can overlap and cause a misdiagnosis.
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ADHD Medications and Alcohol
See why ADHD Medications and Alcohol should not be used together. One's a stimulant while alcohol is a depressant. See why it is bad to take them together.
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A Brief History of ADHD
The condition we now call ADHD was first identified in 1798 by Sir Alexander Crichton. Learn more about the history of ADHD and its treatments.
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Adderall and Sleepiness
Adderall is a stimulant that can help with symptoms of ADHD, but you may feel tired or even sleepy when you take it. Find out why and how you can manage this surprising side effect.
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ADHD Facts and Statistics
All the facts about ADHD in one page. See how it affects adults, famous people who have it, and other facts and statistics.
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Can EEG Diagnose ADHD?
Some doctors use EEG to help diagnose ADHD in children. Called NEBA, here’s how it works and why it’s somewhat controversial.
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