Straight Talk Answers To Hard Hitting ADHD Questions
Aliza Adar Levine
Here are a number of the most common questions I get asked about ADD
and ADHD.
What is ADD? Although ADHD is really the technical medical name the
disorder, it is still commonly called ADD. ADHD is a neurobiological
disorder located in the prefrontal cortex, and it is also a type of
brain wiring that is different than that of the general population,
affecting all areas of functioning to a degree. The main area of life
that it affects is the executive function, or the area of the brain
that organizes, plans and executes goals.
People with ADHD have a short attention span, and are incapable of
focusing for long periods of time; their minds tend to wander and
drift, and they are easily distracted. They have trouble paying
attention to daily, routine activities that do not provide high
stimulation such as chores, homework, and paperwork. Unfortunately,
these activities are everywhere and are needed in order to function in
society.
The interesting thing about this disorder is that sufferers can pay
attention very well to things that are new, very stimulating,
interesting or upsetting. These events provide enough stimulation in
and of themselves that they activate the part of the brain that enables
concentration; people with ADD need this in order to focus, as they do
not have enough adrenaline.
What is the difference between ADD and ADHD?
Attention Deficit Disorder is a very complex, and often times
misunderstood, disorder. Its basis is physiological, but it can have a
host of ramifications that come along with it. That aside, what are the
differences between ADD and ADHD? ADHD stands for Attention Deficit
Hyperactive Disorder, with the main symptoms being visible
hyperactivity and/or impulsivity - the symptoms that stand out to the
objective observer. ADD stands for Attention Deficit Disorder with the
main symptoms being inattention. Many other things can come along with
both of these subtypes of ADHD, but those are the distinguishing
features of both. For many years, the typical picture of Attention
Deficit Disorder has been the little boy that is bouncing off the walls
and driving his teachers and parents crazy.
ADHD is by far the most diagnosed of the two subtypes because it is so
much more visible than ADD. Hyperactivity creates a lot more
distraction and problems in classrooms; therefore, it is far more
noticeable. However, even though ADD is less visible, the results of
the disorder can just as destructive.
With inattentive attention deficit disorder, or ADD, the person
suffering from it will seem spacey and disorganized. Most often,
sufferers with this type will be staring out the window during classes
and will appear as if they are never quite present. This form of ADD is
much more difficult to diagnose, and many sufferers go years without
even knowing they have it.
What about Adult ADD? For many years, ADHD was thought to be a disorder
suffered by children, and more specifically, one only found in young
boys. With the evolvement of medical technology and research, it has
become clear that many children with ADD do not outgrow it as they
become adults.
Aliza Adar Levine, an RN,TCM Herbalist, and Medical Researcher, was part
of the hospital research team that developed "Clarity", a safe, natural
ADHD treatment proven very effective. Learn more at
http://www.ADHD-Clarity.com
Free Great ADHD Videos: http://www.ADD-ADHDinfo.com
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