Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), the generic term for all types of the "official" clinical diagnosis called Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), affects nearly 4 percent to 6 percent of the U.S. population, according to the Attention Deficit Disorder Association.
An estimated 2 million children in the United States, or some 3 percent to 5 percent of children suffer from ADHD. In short, out of a classroom with about 28 children, the odds are that at least one will have Attention Deficit Disorder. The disorder doesn't stop there, though. Adults also suffer from Attention Deficit Disorder. In fact anywhere from 50 percent to 66 percent of children with ADHD continue on into their adult lives with ADHD issues to face on their jobs and in their relationships. With ADHD being such a large important part of everyday life, this portion of our website strives to help clear up myths from facts and present an overview of the issues surrounding the disorder. It includes information about Attention Deficit Disorder and ADHD along with a variety of solutions available to help with treatment and coping, based upon the most recent studies, research, reports, articles, findings products and services available, so that you can learn more ADD/ ADHD health care. For example, myth or truth? No one can accurately diagnose ADD / ADHD either in children or adults. This is not true. The fact is that although there is not yet a definitive medical test for diagnosing ADHD, there are distinct methods for gathering information and specific diagnostic criteria for assessing both children and adults listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV), published in 1995 by the American Psychiatric Association. Both Attention Deficit Disorder and ADHD treatment and coping options available today can actually be a blend of several factors that we'll discuss on our website. Additional Attention Deficit Articles and Resources What is Attention Deficit Disorder? Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults Attention Deficit Disorder in Children Attention Deficit Disorder Support Groups Attention Deficit Disorder Medications Behavioral and Coping Skills Development For People with Attention Deficit Disorder How to Cope With Attention Deficit Disorder Coping With Holiday Stress While Having Attention Deficit Disorder How To Stay Organized While Suffering From Attention Deficit Disorder Related Attention Deficit Disorders and Resources Attention Deficit Disorder