How Some People Come to Realize They Have Adult ADHD
How Some People Come to Realize They Have Adult ADHD Many people think that Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is something that only affects hyperactive little boys in elementary school. However, the truth is that people of all ages and genders can live with ADHD. While symptoms of the disorder often begin in childhood, many children who are diagnosed with ADHD never grow out of…
Managing ADHD as an Adult
Managing ADHD as an Adult Many people think of ADHD as a childhood disorder. After all, media typically talks about the disorder in terms of its effects on children, and the diagnostic criteria were developed with children in mind. However, the mental health profession is beginning to recognize that the disorder is likely underreported in adults. As professionals and the general public start to…
5 Things To Do If Your Child is Diagnosed with ADHD
5 Things To Do If Your Child is Diagnosed with ADHD According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 9% of all children are diagnosed with ADHD. When it’s your child faced with the diagnosis, it can feel like the whole world revolves around ADHD and its symptoms. While it may feel overwhelming right after the diagnosis, your family can come…