A surprising connection between altitude and ADHD
Who would have thought that children living at higher altitudes are at reduced risk for the development of ADHD? As the
research described below suggests, however, this may be the case.
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Bipolar Disorders
Download PDF Download ePub Order a free hardcopy En Español Do you feel very happy and outgoing—or very irritable—on some days, but unusually sad or anxious on other days? Do the “up†periods go along with increased energy or activity? Do the “downs†go along with low energy, hopelessness, or inability to enjoy what you … Read more
Watch For Behavior Changes in Your Child
Not all children and teens respond to stress in the same way. Some common changes to watch for.
Adult ADHD Diagnosis: What to Ask a New Doctor
“What you should know about ADHD symptoms and treatment before talking with your doctor about a diagnosis and treatment.”
The Importance of ADHD Treatment Monitoring
While deciding on an initial ADHD treatment plan is certainly important, equally important is establishing a plan to monitor how well that treatment is working
What works for ADHD? Here’s what parents say
Results from this survey provide useful information to parents seeking effective ADHD treatment for their child that complements what has been learned from research-based clinical trials. In particular, the findings highlight that no treatment as currently offered in community settings is likely to produce benefits that most parents will be satisfied and that persistence in finding what works best for one’s child may often be required.
Overlapping Symptoms of ADHD and Other Psychiatric Disorders
Overlapping symptoms that can help you diagnose ADHD.
Adding Better Mental Health Care to Primary Care
A new era of behavioral health integration December 30, 2016 What is Behavioral Health Integration? Many people visit a primary health care provider (such as a doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant) to treat physical diseases and injuries. However, it is also common for patients to see a primary care provider because of behavioral health … Read more
ADHD Primer by CDC
CDC ADHD Primer to help you diagnose, treat and research ADHD.
ADHD Checklist by the CDC
Signs and symptoms of ADHD.