The other day, as I waited for the elevator in my office building, I noticed a young mother sitting on the bench in the lobby. Her tiny baby was snuggled in a baby carrier on the floor and her two year old girl was busy trying to get on the elevator with me. The mom […]
Do you always feel restless? Are you unusually outgoing and prefers ardent physical activities? Do you find it hard to concentrate on work or on other activities that need to be done? If your answer is affirmative to all of these questions, there is a great possibility that you have attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder. Attention […]
Approximately 5% of the population suffers from ADD, with the majority of them being children. However, it is possible for ADD to carry on into adulthood due to a lack of treatment. Whilst there is insufficient research to support the causes of ADD, it can be due to genetics, prenatal conditions, or neurological damage. ADD […]
A colleague of mine at work has a grandson diagnosed with child attention deficit disorder. When I talked to her about it, I wondered how you could tell whether it was ADD or 'just difficult or slow'. It is particularly difficult to tell with boys up to the age of about 16. Where do you […]
Since the dawn of time, early man used cave drawings to communicate messages to others. Thus, the idea of using visual imagery to communicate an idea is not new. While modern-day communications have evolved beyond writing on the wall, colorful, visual displays in unexpected locations can still be immensely powerful. Delivering a message in a […]
Deciding on an effective attention deficit disorder treatment is important for your child's health and your peace of mind. Doctors are quick to prescribe drugs and parents need to know that medications are not always the best choice. In this article, you'll learn more about the treatment options available, so you can make the best […]
The Attention Deficit Epidemic Human beings are master learners - one of our definitive traits. The brain is made of specialised nerve cells, called neurones, that communicate with each other to form the process of thought itself. The brain is constantly restructuring itself and learning by forming new nerve pathways. A healthy new-born baby will […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder aka ADHD is a pretty common condition that tends to come out in kids for the period of their initial school years. generally speaking, the general signs of Attention deficit disorder might be: Lack of concentration Hyperactivity Impulsive Conduct Complexity in Concentrating It is estimated that around 3 and five or […]
Symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder Lots of controversy surrounds ADD and ADHD in children. Strong and differing opinions exist on how schools and doctors should handle ADD and ADHD. A little known fact is that several adults also struggle with these disorders. Symptoms of ADD and ADHD (Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) […]
Attention disorder is really a subtype of ADHD but the confusion arises over the hyperactive/impulsive behavior. Not all kids who are diagnosed with ADHD will be either hyperactive or impulsive because this is just one category of the disorder. However there is also a combined type. Children diagnosed with combined inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive disorder will […]
Adult attention deficit disorder, or adult ADD, can be a very frustrating condition to have. Almost all of the initial research and focus for the attention deficit disorders was focused on children and adolescents, but adults are just as likely to have the condition as youths. The disorder normally makes itself apparent during childhood, with […]
Adult Attention Deficit symptoms are classifed into three groups: Inattention, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. One can suffer from one group or a combination of all of them. Symptoms usually manifest early in life, particularly when one enters the school system, and usually continue into adulthood. Attention […]
Attention Deficit Disorder in adults is largely under-diagnosed because many people assume that the condition only affects children. Gradually this misconception is beginning to change as more adults are seeking treatment. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a nervous system condition characterized by difficulties in concentration, focus, time-management, and the ability to make thoughtful decisions. Attention […]
Studies have shown that Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are increasing at an alarming rate. Some think that it is because it is not really rising but that it is gaining more visibility with better tools and methods to detect it, but doctors disagree, saying that the number of identified […]
Attention deficit disorder (abbreviated as ADD) is a syndrome exhibited usually by children aged seven years and below. The disorder is characterized by the child's persistent impulsiveness, hyperactivity and very short attention span. The name attention deficit disorder has been widely used to refer to the disorder, but in 1994, researchers, experts and psychologists reached […]
There is wide spread exposure when it comes to people who are attention seekers and these people can be labelled as having certain unhealthy narcissistic traits. One can come into contact with people who are like this in their local area and as well as in the mainstream media. It is only human to want […]
To be acknowledged, mirrored and validated are psychological needs that we all have. This is a perfectly normal and natural part of being human and something that is vital for mental and emotionally stability. And like most things in life, there can be extremes and when this healthy requirement is taken to the extreme; it […]
To be acknowledged, mirrored and validated are psychological needs that we all have. This is a perfectly normal and natural part of being human and something that is vital for mental and emotionally stability. And like most things in life, there can be extremes and when this healthy requirement is taken to the extreme; it […]
ADHD, described as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is typical in little children. This disorder involves behaviours whereby little children do not pay attention and are considered progressively impulsive and lively as compared to an average youngster in the same age bracket. Behaviour problems with regard to learning and also socialising are major in youngsters with […]
Submitted by urlreader Sun, 21 Sep 2008 Did you know that you can use yoga for children who have short attention spans, are hyperactive, or have been diagnosed with ADD? Research and personal accounts have shown that yoga can help calm and focus the hyperactive and/or attention-deficit child. There is no question that children love […]
Before known what is the ADHD symptoms one should know what exactly the full form ADHD is. It is called as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. There are many types of ADHD if you check on internet or just refer a doctor. These ADHD symptoms are mostly found in common children's and teenagers. But there are […]
Submitted by DarcyRabon528 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 In former articles we went over what ADD is and how to recognize it. In this third part we are going to create a course on how to treat ADD. ADD can in fact be fought from many directions. There are drugs, behavior modification, nutrition, exercise, and a […]
Top 3 Preschool Attention Getters (You can use some of these on children of any age) Have you ever tried to get the attention of a room full of preschool children? How about just getting the attention of one toddler? There are simple ways to get kids to notice you, and you don’t have to […]
Forgetting your appointments is a common ordeal many of us face, but if this is combined with a regular display of procrastination, irritability and trouble in concentrating then perhaps you need to understand adult attention disorder. Though you might think that this disorder is just the result from a lack of willpower to do a […]
In order to seriously realize who you are, you will need to learn the difference of the feeling of when you are stopping as you; your heart, and when you are being distracted by what you are not; your chattering mind. To feel this, you will need to learn to give your full attention in […]