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Is music continually playing inside the head ADD-related?

Music in head is one of the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, ADHD. Your brain races, so your mind can do weird...

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Could having ADD affect one's breathing at night?

ADHD is a genetic trait that is present at birth. It is the way a person's brain is wired. It allows people to think quickly,...

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Does coffee help someone with adhd that is over 18?

Age is not related. But yes, it does. Coffee is a stimulant to most and a relaxant to those with ADD/ADHD, due to chemicals in...

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Do you have ADHD if you have problems focusing in class and you love attention and you disturb the whole class at all times?

You should have testing done by a qualified professional (a psychologist might be a good place to start). There can be other...

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Is there an MRI or brain scan test that diagnoses ADHD?

Although an MRI is not done to diagnose ADHD/ADD, in studies it does show that the ADHD brain has considerably less activity than...

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Is there such a thing as ADD without hyperactivity and is it something serious?

My son has been diagnosed with ADHD,which stands for "Attention Defficit Hyperactivity Disorder". ADD stands for "Attention...

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How can you determine if you have ADD without seeing a doctor?

What was the question? :) Here's a webpage that lists the DSM IV's requirements for an official diagnosis of ADD and ADHD.

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What tests are used to determine whether someone suffers from dyslexia or ADD?

AnswerFor ADD, you can begin with an online, self-test at: AmenClinic.com There is no biopsy or blood test. Neither is there an...

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Wouldn't kids be stronger in the long run if they learned how to cope with ADD naturally through diet or biofeedback or therapy?

Yes, I suspect they would. Drugs are much, much easier (and cheaper) on the medical delivery system and get grossly...

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How does ADD and drug addiction and or alcoholism relate?

AnswerTeens and adults with undiagnosed ADD may have lowered self esteem, and/or elevated anxiety, frustration, anger, despair,...

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If your brother and father and you all have ADD what are the odds that your children will also be born with ADD?

ADD is a genetic pattern. Just as children from the same two parents look somewhat the same, yet somewhat different, so the...

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Why do the side effects occur from ADHD medicine?

All medicines can cause side effects. The meds used for treating ADHD act upon the chemicals in the brain, so anywhere these...

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How can you effectively explain your ADD to a non-attention deficit boyfriend so that he will understand that you are not just lazy?

If you have ADD, you can't concentrate on the subject long enough to explain it to anyone. LOL, that was just too funny. Hey,...

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How long will Wellbutrin SR take to treat ADHD?

Wellbutrin is also used for depression and it takes 6 weeks to really start to work. The good effects you will notice more by...

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Is there some correlation between having ADHD and having difficulty awakening each morning?

yes, and for a number of reasons. one, because chronic fatigue and difficulty sleeping are common among people with ADD as well...

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How can one tell the difference between chronic anxiety and ADD?

Anxiety is the world we live in and everybody has anxiety and I mean everybody. Everyone deals with it in their own way but we...

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Can a 5-year-old be diagnosed with ADHD by a psychologist although no behavior issues were reported from school?

Absolutely. A lot of teachers -- who don't know any better -- tend to assume that a young child is just difficult, has no...

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Should you seek a second opinion if your seven-year-old son has been on Adderall and Clonidine for ADHD for three years?

Yes, I would seek a second opinion. Although it's possible your child has ADHD children have been misdiagnosed before. It's best...

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Does caffeine treat ADHD?

Caffeine has not been approved to treat ADHD, nor has it been proven to have any dramatic effects on focus or attention. Caffeine...

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What do a 12 year old girls' boobs look like?

it depends on when they hit puberty all girls change at their own ratesas someone whose been in the girl's locker room at 12,...

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How can you tell if your infant has ADHD?

If your infant is male. That's a pretty good sign. I'm not being altogether facetious. Most ADD patients are male. Much of normal...

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Are there degrees of severity of adult ADHD?

Adults generally would have had ADHD symptoms since infancy.There are different degrees of severity of adult ADHD. Low initial...

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Have scientists made progress in determining what specific genes are linked to ADHD?

Yes theres been lots of progress in genetic field. For example, in my family the 22q11 syndrome (aka Velo-Cardio Facial syndrome...

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Could you have ADHD if you pay good attention in a class you really like but not in a class you hate?

Probably not. One tends to pay attention, and fare better in subjects that one likes. I myself used to day dream a lot, and...

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If you have had your child tested for ADD twice at school should you take them to a doctor if it is suggested that they be retested?

AnswerMany doctors don't have current knowledge about ADD. If I were concerned about my child, I would take him to a doctor who...

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What are some of the societal views about ADHD?

One of the most common, I think, is that the parent of a child who seems out of control is a bad parent. Also, one of the best...

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Is there a cure for ADHD?

There are no cures for ADHD. Treatment The American Academy of Pediatrics has guidelines for treating ADHD: Set specific,...

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How does ADHD affect children in school?

ADHD affects children at school, as they will not sit still, lose their focus when the teacher is talking, or cannot focus on...

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Is ADHD a physical reaction within the brain?

ADD is a chemical reaction in the brain. Believe it or not, an ADD brain shows LESS activity than a normal brain. The neurons...

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What can you do if you think your husband has ADHD?

Your husband won't recognize a problem until an authority figure (usually self or supervisor) notes problems of inattention to...

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What is the best natural supplement for ADD?

There is not really a pill you can take! However, going to a fully natural diet--no processed foods, colors or additives--has...

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Should a child with ADHD have testing and evaluations done and also should they see a psychologist?

Since ADHD/ADD is WAY overdiagnosed these days, I would highly recommend that you take your child to be assessed by a...

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What military rank would you be able to reach and would you be able to do special operations if you have ADHD?

It is impossible to answer your question to any degree of certainty. Is your ADD/ADHD being managed with medications? There are...

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Where can you get help if your 2-year-old is showing signs of ADHD?

Age 2 is way too young to determine if a child is really ADD or ADHD. The testing required for that is only reliable on a child...

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Is it possible to show signs of ADHD if you have been moved up a grade and maybe you shouldn't have been because now the material is too hard?

Yes it is. It may be that the material is challenging and you are overwhelmed, at least initially. The situation may be...

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How does one explain the possible problem of ADHD to an already poor situation?

How does one explain the possible problem of ADD? When ADD, many situations are already "poor". ADD causes all sorts of...

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Could you have ADHD if you can't concentrate and focus and you frequently space out and get off track and hate reading directions?

Extreme difficulty with sustained mental effort, focus, and staying on task is one of the hallmarks of ADD/ADHD. That said, I'd...

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Can you get ADHD when you are in your teenage years?

AnswerIt doesn't actually develop in your teen years, but that may be when it first becomes a problem. You should talk to your...

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If someone has no attention span and can't sit still and blurts out things before thinking and can't stop fidgeting what can he do to find out if he has ADHD?

ADD DiagnosisGo to a psychologist, and have him tell the docter his problems. It sounds like he is really bad. but medication, is...

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If you can not spell hard words is that a symptom of ADHD?

AnswerNot likely. Unless you can't concentrate to cram for a spelling/vocab test or something.I've had ADD all of my life and I...

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Why do people rock back and forth?

i think that some people rock back and forth because they feel insecure and lonley. maybe if some people tried to comfort them...

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Can you take Wellbutrin with ADHD medications?

Wellbutrin is sometimes prescribed off-label for use in ADHD. Since it has stimulant properties and raises the heart rate, it...

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Where can you get help if you think you have ADHD?

Try to find a neurologist near you and schedule an appointment there to get evaluated. I got referred by my psychologist but I...

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Could your 17-month-old have ADD if she seems hyperactive and hits her head on the wall if you say 'NO' and throws up if she cries and NEVER sits still and how can you find out for sure?

Just wanted to let you know that this, too, will pass. My own daughter, now 11 years old, used to do all of the things you've...

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How do you convince your parents that you have ADHD?

AnswerGood question! I haven't told my folks yet that I have been recently diagnosed!You don't mention how old you are...and I...

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Is it possible that a 14-year-old could have ADD?

It's certainly possible. Many children, even as young as 5 get diagnosed but you have to consider all the criteria for diagnosis...

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Does head banging and rocking to go to sleep have anything to do with ADHD?

AnswerYes it can and it also can mean a side effect of a medicaton that is making the child very antzieHave you ever felt like...

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How do you treat ADHD in a 3-year-old naturally?

First of all I know this is biased but you sound like a mother and being a 17 year old diagnosed with ADD (very very similar to...

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If you have ADHD and take Adderall what will happen to you if you drink alcoholic beverages?

AnswerI have been taking Adderall for a year, 20 mg twice a day. I'm also taking Wellbutrin 150 mg 3 times a day, and Levoxyl 100...

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Does Ryan Sheckler have ADHD?

Sheckler does have ADHD.

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How do you know if you have ADD when you are a teen?

Try answering these questions. Do you say or do things without thinking and then regret it? You have no trouble making friends...

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What can you do if your siblings have ADD and you are almost positive that you have it too but your parents don't believe you?

Don't worry. ADD is not life-threatening and, if you're perceptive enough to notice the symptoms within yourself, you are...

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Is it possible that Strattera taken to treat ADHD can worsen manic depression symptoms?

yes, it can trigger bipolar symptoms, as can anti-depressants and other ADHD meds. - especially if u are not on a mood stabilizer

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What drugs - other than Strattera - are prescribed for ADD?

There are many drugs that can be prescribed to treat ADD/ADHD. There are stimulant drugs that dramatically increase attention and...

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If someone with ADHD drinks caffeine will it make them sleepy?

Caffeine causes the Hypothalamus to produce additional stores of Dopamin and Norepinephrine, two of the brain's...

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Cpt code for attention deficit disorder?

ICD-9 code is 314.00CPT is E&M code as 99213

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Have others been diagnosed wrongly before being diagnosed with ADD?

Many are misdiagnosed before being diagnosed with ADD. ADD is also used for many things that simply are not ADD. Make sure you...

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Can distrubed sleep patterns and short sleep length enhance already existent ADD?

yes it can, not only will the subject not pay attention, he will fall asleep in the process.... All humans dream every 1/2...

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Can a person with ADHD compete in WWE?

Sure, Vince McMahon, Matt Morgan and Maria Kanellis admitted they have it, and i reckon many other wrestlers do. And since...

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Can ADD start at 15?

I know that ADD can start as early as childhood. I was diagnosed when I was about 16 years of age and my doctor told me that I...

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What exactly is child ADHD?

A child with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, not to be confused with ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder) may seem to...

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What are the negative social implications for an adult being diagnosed with ADHD?

Why would you have any negative social implications as an adult? You certainly have control over who finds out that someone has...

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Could someone have ADD even though the results of her EEG came back normal?

An EEG currently cannot diagnose ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, another name for ADD (Attention Deficit...

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After treatment for adult ADD what psychological processes need to be evaluated for recovery?

This is only a question a professional can answer because it depends strictly on the individual. 10 people will react...

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How does one approach an adult that has ADD to get help?

Unless you a qualified profession to diagnose this person you are simply second-guessing. Many diseases or some medications can...

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Does multitasking cause anxiety for adults with ADD?

You have asked a lot of questions about ADD, try and calm down go to this website http://www.oneaddplace.com/addcheck.htm it is a...

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Can ADHD cause mood swings?

One of the main features of adult adhd seems to be mood swings. These are very rapid and can occur up to 2-3 times a day or a...

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What happens to someone who has been misdiagnosed and has taken ADHD medication for years?

Nothing. I'm guessing that one doctor told you that you had ADHD and then another doctor told you that you didn't. This doesn't...

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What should you do if you have ADD and your medications are not working?

Go back to Dr. who prescribed medications and explain what meds are/are not doing for you. It is hard to say why they are not...

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Can a person get ADD or ADHD by abusing Adderall and other such medications?

I have had some students who simply weren't too bright...taking ADD ADHD medications because their parents couldn't accept their...

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What is chronic marijauna?

Ium.. pretty much weed that doesnt suck. if its dank, light green, red hairs, crystals, actually smells good, or anythin else...

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How do you say attention deficit disorder in Spanish?

Dsorden de Deficit de Atencion

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Why does junk food cause ADHD?

It does not, it makes anyone hyper. Adhd is a whole different disorder

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What is follow up treatment for Adult ADD?

AnswerI am 42 and was tested and told i have adhd and a learning disability in 2001. I wasn't sure how to feel or what this meant...

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Is there some type of test to see if an adult has ADHD?

There are several tests, most of which can be found online to test yourself for ADD. In order to achieve a reliable result, it's...

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Do you still have ADHD if Strattera and Adderall don't work?

AnswerMy first thought when I read this was "Well, of course you do"! But, when I went to answer your querry, I realized just how...

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How do you convince your parents you have ADD?

If you are doing bad and school and don't know why then that is usually a sign of ADD. Also if you have dark marks under your...

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What happens if you take intuniv and dont have ADHD?

It's used to treat other things besides ADHD, as well.

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Is an inability to handle conflict and a neverending feeling of being overwhelmed a symptom of adult ADD?

Yes, inability to cope with everyday life is a common symptom of ADD.

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Are ADD and OCD complete opposites or are there overlaps between the two?

The opposite of ADD or ADHD is OCD. The brain is split into hemispheres. Between the two hemispheres, there is a gland that...

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How many children in Canada have ADD?

There are no true statistics and for good reason. Not that many years ago it appeared between some doctors and teachers that if...

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What is the difference between ADD and ADHD?

The primary difference between ADD and ADHD is that with ADHD you have the added component of hyper-activity, which may require...

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How does a socially inept adhd adult start dating?

Start by going to a ADHD group meeting. You'll find others just like yourself. Nice, but just don't think they have the skills.

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What herbs or foods improve concentration and memory?

Today's people have a "take a pill to fix it" mentality - people feel that there must be some sort of medicine, herbal...

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How can you prevent ADD in an unborn child if ADD runs in your family really bad and your wife is 2-4 weeks pregnant?

You and your wife should see your family doctor and have him/her send you to a genetic specialist. The specialist can tell you...

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Do amphetamine capsules contain pseudo ephedrine?

No, they do not. They contain a mix of dextroamphetimine salts, another type of stimulant. They have the same suffixes because...

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Is overanalyzing everything a symptom of adult ADD?

Yes, over worrying, over analyzing, over thinking all symptoms.

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Are you suppose to give childsupport when your son is getting adhd checks?

Assuming you are in the U.S., if you have a court order that requires you to pay child support, you must pay it. There are severe...

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Can you still join the army if you were diagnosed with ADHD?

Yea you can but if your taken adderall or any other meds for it you have to stop taking all of it a year before you go. I should...

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Are adults being overdiagnosed with ADHD?

Usually when people ask that they mean are some people being diagnosed incorrectly. That is always true with any diagnosis. If...

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Has the homeopathic medicine Attend for ADD worked for anyone?

Be careful with home remedies or "natural health products" when dealing with a serious disease. Always discuss your concerns...

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Does Stacy Ferguson have ADHD?

Apparently, yes.

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Could you still have adult ADD if you do not feel energetic?

Yes, people with ADD tend to have "sluggish times" where they cannot wake up.

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Can a person with narcolepsy take Ritalin if they also have ADD?

A qualified yes as the medication may also have some + benefits on the narcolepsy - in any event the diagnosis and cause of the...

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Can a person get stem cell for ADHD?

ADHD is incurable.

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Can someone with ADD join the military?

mainly, if u can control your ADHD/ADD(which i cant since I'm 13)you can join military. but,you can get distracted and might get...

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If your son is 15 and has been diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar disorder and has been taking Strattera 40 mg and Depakote 1000mg once a day then why would his moods be getting worse?

He might need a anti depressant, or another mood stabalizer on board. The stimulation from the Strattera could be causing...

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Can you prevent your 18 year old from leaving home when she is in the middle of her senior year provided she has been diagnosed with ADHD conduct disorder ODD and schizo-effective disorder?

Not at 18 years old. She is an adult and legally can make her own decisions.

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How do you convince your parents that you have ADD?

1. find a list of symptoms2. read and make sure that YOU think you have ADHD3. give it to your parent and ask them to read it4....

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What if you have taken medication for ADD but it ruined your life?

If the drug company was neglegent, consider hiring a lawyer and figuring out what action can be taken against the drug company....

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