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Attention Defecit Disorder

A condition, mostly affecting boys, characterized by behavioral and learning disorders. ADD refers to a range of problem behaviours associated with poor attention span. Which may include impulsiveness, restlessness and hyperactivity, as well as inattentiveness, and often prevent children from learning and socialising well.

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Attention Deficit Disorder

PsychNet-UK Attention Deficit Disorder Information Sheet. – Description, Causation, Treatment, Associated Features, Differential Diagnosis etc.
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3 Steps To Conquering ADD ADHD – Now in its 6th edition, “3 Steps To Conquering ADD-ADHD” has become a world-wide phenomenon and one of the most successful self-help books on the topic of Natural ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) Tactics. As this is a book, there is no rating and listing here does not mean that it is recommended by PsychNet-UK

AADD-UK – We are a small group of adults who have come together to campaign for better recognition of Adult ADHD. We are individuals who have either obtained a diagnosis, or in the process of assessment, or have adult children who have been diagnosed. 3/5

ADDResource.org – We have 60 free articles at our website by national ADHD authorities as well as adults with ADD –and we are posting more all the time. We have a number of article for parents. In addition, we host the National ADHD Directory which has over 550 service providers listed. 3/5

ADDISS, The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service. – We provide people-friendly information and resources about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder to anyone who needs assistance – parents, sufferers, teachers or health professionals. Whatever you’re looking for in ADHD, we’ll do our best to help. 3/5

Adders.org – ADD/ADHD online support group, information, natural remedy options, free software and chat facilities. 4/5

ADDVANCE – The ADDvance website, first created in 1996, is dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Created by Patricia Quinn, M.D. and Kathleen Nadeau, Ph.D., leaders in the field of AD/HD. ADDvance Magazine and the ADDvance website provide information and support to women and girls. 3/5

Amphetamine / dextroamphetamine ( Adderall ) for adult ADHD – Low-dose amphetamine salts and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. 3/5

Attention Defecit Disorder – A Website Managed By Northern County Psychiatric Associates Psychiatric Services For Children, Adolescents, Adults and Families Baltimore, Maryland 3/5
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders – F90 Hyperkinetic Disorders – F90.0 Disturbance Of Activity And Attention – F90.1 Hyperkinetic Conduct Disorder.3/5

Born to Exlpore – Welcome to a non-commercial site devoted entirely to exploring positive and alternative views of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) in children and adultsThere are many things other than “neurological defects” that might cause a person to fall within the DSM IV diagnostic criteria for ADD, such as giftedness, natural temperamental traits, allergies and nutritional deficiencies. While this site is not anti-medication, there ARE common-sense alternatives for adults and children that should be explored before resorting to the standard “quick fix” medicinal approach usually recommended. For college students working on a thesis or term paper, I’ve got a list of studies to help you out. 5/5 Student

CHADD of Bay County, Fla. – CHADD the national non-profit organization representing children and adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD). Founded in 1987 by a group of concerned parents, CHADD works to improve the lives of people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder through education, advocacy and support. Working closely with leaders in the field of AD/HD research, diagnosis and treatment, CHADD offers its members and the public information they can trust. 3/5

Google Scholarly Article on Attention Deficit Disorder- Click Here

Wikipedia – Attentions Deficit Disorder – Click Here

PsychNet-UK Article : Non-Medical Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) – by Preeti Gupta

PsychNet-UK Article : Attention Deficit Disorder – by Jef Gazley, M.S.