Parental Denial of the Possibility of ADD… A Common Reaction Actually Worsens Outlook
The parents of children suspecting of having ADD symptoms often deny even the possibility of testing, let alone treating, the disorder. This denial is understandable, and may be seen as protective and well-intentioned. However, it may make matters worse since it prevents finding out what the truth is; if the problem is there, it allows it to grow and worsen. […]
Read More →When ADD Kids have ADD Parents – Dr. Stephen A. Ferrari
I often hear parents complain, ” I think my child has ADD, they can’t concentrate or control themselves, and some times I think I might have it too, we have the same problem, and when they combine, things get worse and worse”. Also often heard is ” I can’t do everything myself, and when my husband (or wife) gets home, […]
Read More →Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults – Dr. Stephen Ferrari
ADD is a disorder, which is much better understood, diagnosed, and treated today than in times past. Since most ADD is now only tested for and treated in children, there are many adults who suffer from this disorder without any awareness of the cause and possible alleviation of their difficulties. There are three sub-types of ADD: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and the […]
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