ADHD: Learn About Symptoms, Find Support
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects millions of children throughout the United States. Many more people think they might have it because the symptoms can appear quite commonplace. That is why the Internet is bustling with Web sites devoted to ADHD. Certainly the Internet is no replacement for a doctor, and almost all the sites below are quick to admit that, but this ADHD Web Guide is a tool that should not be wasted.
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ADHD Treatment
There is no cure for ADHD, but there are many treatments. There are many forms of behavioral therapy and a number of medications used to diminish the symptoms. The Web sites in this section detail how to diagnose ADHD and how to find ADHD treatment options, including behavioral therapies, medications and alternative treatments.
Insights for ADHD Treatment
- The Internet can be a dangerous place to look for medication or medical treatment, especially when it comes to alternative therapies, because not everything on the Internet can be trusted. Make sure to consult only the most well established sites such as the Mayo Clinic and the American Academy of Pediatrics, or some of the others listed below.
- The "About Us" section of a Web site is a great way to determine its validity. If a site doesn't have an "About Us" section, that is usually an indicator that it's not a valid source. For more on how to assess the credibility of health Web sites, see our findingDulcinea Health Web Guide.
- There are a number of articles online suggesting new breakthroughs in medicine and recent studies. Make sure these articles are current by checking their publication dates.
- Always consult your doctor before beginning any new treatment; ADHD should not be managed alone.
Top Sites for ADHD Treatment
For ADHD diagnosis ...
American Academy of Pediatrics
has information geared toward parents of young children who may be showing signs of ADHD. Download the PDF document, "AAP Parent Page: ADHD and your School-Aged Child" to learn what to look for and what treatment options are available.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
has an ADHD homepage with facts on ADHD, information on diagnosis and treatment, and data and statistics on ADHD. Also find research articles and helpful links to other Web sites for more information.
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
has a site that states what is and what is not ADHD. Perhaps best of all, it has an easily accessible 28-minute video thoroughly explaining ADHD and how to handle it.
For ADHD medication ...
FamilyDoctor.org
lists the medicines used to treat ADHD, the side effects associated with these medicines, how to take the medication, whether the medicines help with other problems and how long the treatment should last. The site does a great job of describing medications for those without a medical background.
National Resource Center on AD/HD
covers medication management for children, teenagers and adults with ADHD. You'll also find some frequently asked questions about ADHD medications.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
compiles information on medications for a number of different disorders and illnesses. This is a good site to scan from time to time to check the status of a drug, and to see whether the FDA has listed any health alerts.
For behavioral therapy in ADHD...
WebMD
uses a video to speak directly to parents on using behavioral techniques for children with ADHD.
ADDitude,
a magazine devoted to living with ADD and other learning disabilities, has an article on ADHD behavior therapy. Find out how behavior modification can help parents make a difference in the child's behavior.
For alternative treatments for ADHD ...
National Resource Center on AD/HD
has an extensive section on alternative and complementary treatments for the disorder. There are many different ADHD treatments out there, and this site not only describes many of them but also explains what to look for in alternative therapies and how to maintain a critical eye.
KidsHealth
has an area devoted to creating an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Meant for parents, this site is a good introduction to IEPs, though it might be a little too vague to use on its own.
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