Understanding ADD/ADHD

UNDERSTANDING ADD/ADHD ADD/ADHD FACTS AND FIGURES 8.4% of children ages 3-17 are diagnosed with ADHD 3-6 times more boys than girls are diagnosed with ĂDHD That's about 5.2 million children The percentage of children with an ADHD diagnosis rose by 22% from 2003-2007 .. Children with ADHD experience 30% slower emotional development than their peers 2003 2007 25% of children with ADHD also have problems with listening skills, reading comprehension, and/or math abc 123 WHAT IS ADD/ADHD? The most commonly diagnosed disorder in children Symptoms may include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity Symptoms must be outside the norm for a child's age and development stage Children with inattentive ADHD are less likely to be diagnosed than their overactive peers TREATMENTS FOR ADD/ADHD MEDICATION Common side effects of ADD/ADHD drugs include: Examples: Adderall, Concerta, Dexedrine, Ritalin Restlessness Trouble sleeping Irritability • Headaches • Upset stomach DRUG-FREE • Improves and strengthens brain function EEG neurofeedback • Helps curb impulsive behavior • Improves ability to work to full potential • Behavior becomes more appropriate • Social skills, self- esteem, and confidence all improve Attention & Achievement Center PROVIDED BY Developing and Enhancing Mental Performance Without the Use of Medication wwW.ADDRUGFREETREATMENT.COM SOURCES: http://drugfreeadd.com/default/index.cfm/our-programs/add-adhd/faq/#results http://www.cde.gov/ncbddd/adhd/data.html http://www.ede.gov/nchs/fastats/adhd.htm http://www.additudemag.com/web/article/623.html http://healthland. time.com/2013/04/02/understand- ing-the-rise-in-adhd-diagnoses-11-of-u-s-children-are-affected/ http://psychcentral.com/lib/what-is-attention-deficit-disorder/000254 http://www.helpguide.org/mental/adhd_medications.htm http://kidshealth.org/parent/question/medical/ritalin_effects.html http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/guide/adhd-medical-treatment