Guide to ADHD: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Resources

How prevalent is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults? Well, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), “ADHD, one of the most common mental disorders in children and adolescents, also affects an estimated 4.1 percent of adults, ages 18-44 in a given year.” This guide is an all-inclusive resource guide for everyone whose lives are touched by this disorder.

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These are chilling statistics, and the rise of conditions like ADHD has given birth to a whole new set of questions. What are the symptoms and diagnosis? What types of medications are used for treatment? Can I be cured?

For the answers to these and other questions about this disorder, you’ll find a wealth of resources in our complete library of articles by the best Bright Hub writers. You’ll find information on topics like these:

Medications like Aricept, Adderall, and Ritalin
What it is and effective coping strategies
Facts and research
Data and statistics
Diet and nutrition

This guide is designed to be your one-stop source for everything related to this disorder, no matter what your interest level may be.

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Sources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), "Data & Statistics"

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ADHD and Assistive Technology

The behavioral and attention symptoms of ADHD can affect school performance. Learn about assistive technology for ADHD and how they are used in the classroom....

The Beeper System: Staying on Task in the Classroom

Teachers who have students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may find that time management is a problem. One solution is the beeper system, which helps students stick to a schedule...

Fun Activities for Children with ADHD

Fun is an important part of life. Fun activities for ADHD children should include learning activities that foster important skills and coping techniques to help children with ADHD engage more effectively...

ADHD: Teaching Strategies

When a teacher has one or more ADHD-diagnosed students, the challenge is to present lessons in a manner that can steer around the students’ symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness...

Teaching Strategies for Intellectually Disabled Students

Many of the same strategies used with students with Learning disabilities, ADHD and Autism can be used with students with intellectual disabilities. Learn more about helping your students succeed....

Promoting Success: Effective Communication for Students with ADHD

For students with ADHD, success in communication is especially important. The tips provided here will enhance the chances of success in effectively communicating with ADHD students...

How To Discuss ADHD Signs and Symptoms to Encourage Parent Interventions

If you believe you may have a student with ADHD, then you should discuss this with parents at parent teacher conferences or a parent teacher meeting. This is a delicate conversation...