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Have you ever considered taking Adderall XR for weight loss? The effects of taking Adderal XR for weight loss may vary from person to person, so before you decide to take this drug to shed off those excess pounds, here are a few things that you should know about Adderall XR. The XR in Adderall XR stands for extended release. Adderall is a stimulant amphetamine commonly used for treating ADD or ADHD patients because it improves the attention span and concentration of the patient and decreases hyperactivity. Just recently, doctors are prescribing Adderall XR for weight loss to treat obesity in children due to one of its effects that decreases the appetite. Adderall XR to lose weight? You[..]

There have been quite a few studies into ADD and fish oil supplements as a treatment, and the results of these studies are very positive. The reason why fish oil is so helpful in treating ADD is down to the essential fats that are contained within the omega 3. There are two fats EPA and DHA, and of the two it is DHA that we are primarily concerned with. The reason that this fat is so important is because about 60% of your brain is made of fats, and of that amount about half is DHA fat. This is where the ADD and fish oil connection starts to work. The reason for this is that the DHA in the brain is actually a membrane around the cells through which the neurons pass. We only get one dose[..]

In our look, over the past few weeks, at the problem of ADD/ADHD misdiagnosis we came across some possible causes that seemed very straightforward and logical when you stop to think about them. With enough time looking deep into the problem, most people would eventually come up with the possibility of other reasons such as lack of sleep or giftedness giving the same symptoms. There are however some possible causes for ADD/ADHD misdiagnosis that are so 'strange' and unexpected that they remain undetected for years or even decades. The factual account of the behavior of a young boy whose behavior drastically changed to such a degree that his parents could not believe their eyes. In a short[..]

AADD - Adult Attention Deficit Disorder is often difficult to understand. This is especially true when it exists in one of your key employees. It may often be disguised as peer relationship problems, moodiness, forgetfulness, lack of commitment, complacency and even substance abuse. Now for the disclaimer --- I am not a medical doctor nor do I profess to be an expert on AADD. The objective of this article is simply to bring to your attention that erratic, unusual and unacceptable behavior can sometimes be related to a medical condition that often is overlooked. This condition is called Adult Attention Deficit Disorder. If this article suggests any familiarity of circumstance with any of[..]

Do you think ADHD is overdiagnosed? Perhaps now that much more information is available about ADHD, it is becoming easier to diagnose. So, what are the tests to diagnose ADD and ADHD First of all, the doctor will want to eliminate other possible conditions which may mimic to a certain extent ADD and ADHD symptoms. There is also the possibility of a co-morbid disorder which means that two or more disorders may be affecting the child. This is why it is so important to have a reliable test for ADHD done. The most common co-morbid disorders are ODD which stands for Oppositional Defiant Disorder. It is estimated that up to 35% of kids with ADHD may also have ODD and as its name suggests,[..]

ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) has no known cause. If it is not apparent before entering school, it may show up in the classroom. I've heard that some children have the attention span of a flea. If that offends you good because it's said in sarcastic tones. Once your child does start school, their attention is required for longer periods of time They are required to complete the tasks at the same time as everyone else. While your child may not be hyperactive, they can get very upset when they can't seem to keep up. If you are lucky, you will be working with teachers who are understanding and accommodating to the individual needs of your child. Traumatic life events can trigger ADD-like[..]

A way of dealing with ADHD symptoms that may seem unconventional to some is brain wave biofeedback training, also called neurofeedback or electroencephalographic (EEG) biofeedback. This is a very promising non-medication based tactic for developing ADHD coping strategies based on retraining the way you focus attention. The premise behind neurofeedback is that we all hold on to emotional stress that we have carried with us since infancy and childhood. Because this stress -- which moves through our body as well as our mind -- is painful, we shut it down reflexively to keep from feeling it. To keep our stress from surfacing we stay in a type of attention called narrow objective. This fear[..]

If you don't have your health, you don't have anything. So, it's important to make sure you eat healthy foods and get the right nutrition. But it can be totally confusing keeping up with all the reports! Take omega 3 fish oil for example, you may have heard fish oil is a great resource for these essential fatty acids. And it is. The reason why it's such a great source of omega 3 is because fish is naturally rich in these nutrients. Salmon, hoki, tuna and mackerel are made up of about 30% of these essential omega 3's. 1000's of doctors recommend omega 3 fish oil supplements because they're an easy way for their patients to get these nutrients regularly without having to overhaul their[..]

About 17 years ago nutritional scientists developed a method to extract pure amino acids from milk proteins that left behind all the sugar, fat and cholesterol, and created the purest and most easily absorbed source of protein. This whey protein isolate is the richest source of the essential amino acids the human body requires for growth, energy, and great health. This isolate forms the basis of the finest whey protein drinks on the market. Research has shown drinks made with this whey protein offer many benefits. These include:o Stabilized blood sugar and prevention of diabetes. This is accomplished by slowing the assimilation of carbohydrates into glucose in the blood stream.o Reduced[..]

Attention Deficit Disorder, also known as ADD, is thought be to genetic, based on information collected in various studies. This means that children inherit it from their parents, and it can show up in a child even if neither parent has ever been diagnosed with it. Studies continue to find out new things about this affliction, and therefore the diagnosis of it as well as proper and preferred treatment of it continue to change and evolve as doctors being to understand it better. ADD is not limited to children, and many people who have this affliction lead a normal life without even being aware that they have it. Many parents, and sometimes even doctors will jump to the false conclusion[..]

When you head out for the grocery store, you know what you need, right? But do you come out of the store with about 10 bags more than you intended on buying? Or, maybe you get home and realize that you forgot to buy cat food or maybe it's worse! You forgot to buy water, bread, and cat food. Well, that happens when you have adult ADD, but you can make it a meaningless issue. You can avoid these things and the way to do it is pretty simple. Adult ADD can make you impulsive, and grocery stores are the best place for adult ADD impulsivity to take hold. Why are there so many things in the aisles as you're trying to navigate them? It's so that you won't miss those items. When people see them,[..]

you have attention deficit disorder (ADD), you may not be a great money manager, but even worse, you may have issues with your ADD impulsivity and spending. When that happens, it doesn't matter if you have 300 video games, you probably want another one the minute it appeals to you. That's your ADD talking. This can stop, and it should. You're probably letting your ADD impulsivity drag you in directions that aren't good for you. High credit card balances, not enough money to make the monthly payments, and your credit rating goes downhill in a hurry. Just one late payment to a credit card company can lower your credit score by 20 points. If you miss a car payment, you can lose 100 points,[..]

Is being diagnosed with ADD an excuse for inability to stay in school or for committing burglary? Recently, this subject came up at the Online Think Tank when a gentleman contacted us to discuss this issue. He had left school, but later was arrested for breaking and entering. Well, I read an interesting book, actually I think it was an audio tape; "Living on Prozac" and this was back in 2001 or so that I read it, do not remember when the book was written but it was indicating the problems that 17% of the population was on Prozac, I have no idea what it is now. But I do understand that those who are on it have completely changed their thinking. Thus, I question much of the diagnosis of[..]

In memory of 14 year old Matthew Smith; 11 year old Stephanie Hall; and 10 year old Shaina Dunkle and other children who have died from the use of psychotropic drugs for "ADHD". The Eli Lilly company has been marketing a new drug for those who are labeled as ADHD known as Strattera. This drug is purported to be a non-stimulant medication, however the side effects are similar. Rather than effecting the dopamine system as do the stimulants such as methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine, it works upon the norepinephrine neurotransmitter. Strattera is considered a Norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. Norepinephrine is the brain's adrenalin. Norephinephrine is involved in the increased rate and[..]

The history of ADD - ADHD has gone through two stages, and it needs to evolve into one more. The three stages are: Stage 1: The Moral Diagnosis Stage 2: The Medical Diagnosis Stage 3: The Strength Based Diagnosis Stage 1: The Moral Diagnosis: For most of the 20th century (and still in many parts of the world today), ADD was a 'moral diagnosis'. This refers to the fact that people with ADD were considered to just be 'bad'. They were judged as weak, inadequate, and they needed to try harder. This was a dark time for the understanding of ADD. This view of the diagnosis is restrictive, negative and perpetuates shame and guilt. Although the field of ADD has moved past the stage of the 'moral[..]

If you're a Vikings fan at all this has to just frustrate you until no end. One of the most explosive and exciting players to enter into the league and he's battling severe migraines, missing up to two weeks at a time. And, if you're a Vikings arch enemy, you're probably rejoicing since now you have one less thing to worry about. Being the curious doctor that I am it just makes me wonder what is going on with him. Why has he had these debilitating attacks since he was young? What is causing them, and can it be corrected? Utilizing the techniques of applied kinesiology I have helped many people with migraines, generalized headaches, digestive problems, chronic knee pain and the list goes[..]

Description A few decades ago, a child who couldn't sit still and wouldn't pay attention in class was called "hyper," or worse, a "problem child." Today, the same youngster might be diagnosed with attention deficit disorder (ADD), also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD). The condition basically describes a person's inability to concentrate-on sitting still, on a lesson given in class, on reading a book, on what someone else is saying, and so on. Demanding that a person with ADD pay attention will not work, nor will punishment. It's not known exactly why a person with ADD has such difficulty focusing. The cause of ADD is also unknown. Prominent theories include[..]

"Once you label me, you negate me"~ Soren Kierkegaard I have been thinking a lot about labels, lately. Specifically, I have been thinking about how some people perceive the diagnosis of ADD as an unwanted label, rather than a medical diagnosis which warrants a treatment plan. With all of the external messages about ADD and its treatment, it understandable that people might shy away from embracing this diagnosis. Hearing people either imply or say directly that ADD is not a "real" medical condition or that kids are over medicated can be hard when you have a loved one affected by this and, perhaps, is taking medication. So, it is no surprise that some people say they do not want a label of[..]

ADD vs ADHD-what are the differences? In this article, you will learn the answer to this question, so you can know the truth once and for all. If you have a child who has ADD or ADHD you may have read articles and talked to professionals and are still wondering about ADHD ADD differences. Obviously, one acronym stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder while the other stands for Attention Deficit Disorder. So is the real difference between the two that one diagnosis is lacking hyperactivity as a symptom? This is what any reasonable person would think, but the truth is a little surprising. There is actually no difference in a diagnosis of ADD vs. ADHD. Both disorders have[..]

Australia currently has well over 50 000 children on prescription drugs to manage their behaviour, diagnosed as being ADD/ADHD related. This makes us the third highest consumer of ADD/ADHD medication (per capita) around the globe. With approximately 4% of all primary school children affected, the prescription of Dexamphetamine has grown almost four fold between 1984 and 2001, while Ritalin prescription rose by 18 million tablets (an increase of over tenfold) during that same period. While the argument and disparity of opinion regarding the diagnosis of ADD/ADHD, especially in schools is ongoing, the treatment and management of the behavioural impact is still largely relying on[..]

Thirty years ago, if a child was inattentive, fidgety, and prone to act on impulse, we would have called him rambunctious, an explorer, or even creative or bright. Three decades ago, children who had trouble paying attention in school were often skipped ahead, because the assumption was the work was not challenging enough for them. But now, when children begin exhibiting these symptoms, they are usually diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and medicated almost immediately. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a relatively new diagnosis, a label given to behavior commonly exhibited by boys of elementary school age. Young boys typically act impulsively, have excess energy,[..]

The history of ADD/ADHD has gone through two stages, and it needs to evolve into one more. The three stages are: Stage 1: The Moral Diagnosis Stage 2: The Medical Diagnosis Stage 3: The Strength Based Diagnosis Stage 1: The Moral Diagnosis: For most of the 20th century (and still in many parts of the world today), ADD was a 'moral diagnosis'. This refers to the fact that people with ADD were considered to just be 'bad'. They were judged as weak, inadequate, and they needed to try harder. This was a dark time for the understanding of ADD. This view of the diagnosis is restrictive, negative and perpetuates shame and guilt. Although the field of ADD has moved past the stage of the 'moral[..]

Scientists now know that many factors can play a role in the development of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. From food dyes and second-hand smoke to toxic chemicals and genetics, both internal and external influences may affect the severity of symptoms. Regardless of the cause, there are a variety of treatments to help decrease the effects of ADD/ADHD in your child's life. Here are just a few to consider: Food Dyes On June 3, 2008, the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, urging it to ban eight artificial food dyes. According to CSPPI, the following eight dyes are[..]

Online Test For Autism One of the most important things to be looking out for when dealing with ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder is its symptoms. An ADD online test is specially designed to catch these symptoms and tell the person what course of action to take. ADD online tests are also quicker and cheaper compared to other forms of diagnosis and since these are made by highly qualified professionals they are very accurate in their diagnosis. An ADD online test is a simple progressive questionnaire consisting of thematic screening questions which are designed to test an individual's capacities and shortcomings. As always the person suffering from ADD will be required to answer as[..]

> DVR software basically supports the surveillance work in various organizations. The new High Definition TV technology is amazing, and has vastly improved the appearance of our favorite Television shows and movies. But there is one nagging problem and that is that the Television shows continue to be bad. With most programs pushing you to switch off your set, which can be the same regardless of whether you are viewing a high def or a general def TV, this is the time you ought to think about DVRs. The DVR is the short form of digital VCR which is also called a personal video recorder or PVR which essentially is same as a VCR, which records content from a Television program. But the DVR is[..]

Many people are taking to natural medications and it is no surprise that natural asthma treatment is also gaining in popularity the world over. Some of these natural options will be highlighted in this article. Asthma has for long been linked to poor body resistance, a condition that is innately related to poor feeding habits. A poor state of internal body harmony is also a contributor to the condition. Based on these assessments, natural asthma treatment must act to stimulate the body's sluggish excretory organs as well as eliminate unwholesome matter from the body through proper eating. The first aspect can be achieved through steam baths that will effectively cause perspiration and as[..]

Unfortunately, most of the conventional treatments that are used in the treatment of mesothelioma destroy healthy cells of the body while effecting their anti cancer effects. The pain and the terrible side effects of most of these therapies also tend to negate any positive effects they have on the patient. There is general new enthusiasm for alternative treatments of mesothelioma. Many doctors now take a more holistic approach, in that they take into account the entire spectrum of the human condition when advising patients of avenues of treatments for many conditions including mesothelioma. The holistic alternative methods of treating mesothelioma include: 1. Stimulation of natural[..]

A Lung detox is a concept that not too many people have heard of even though detoxifying your lungs should be something high on the list of anyone who has been a smoker or anyone who is a smoker looking to quit smoking. The reason for this is that the toxins in your lungs that you have inhaled over your years of smoking are probably still there thanks to the layer of sticky and very hard to dislodge tar that coats your once pink and healthy lungs. This layer of tar stops your body from sending in special immune system cells that track and destroy carcinogens and other pathogens. Instead tar limits your breathing and traps a dangerous mix of toxins in the lungs that can develop into[..]

We all know the saying there are always exceptions that prove the rule. Here we discuss the general rule that all natural foods are good for you, but there are exceptions to this rule, that might surprise you. Some natural foods contain compounds that hinder your health. For instance - oxalic acid is found in rhubarb, spinach, parsley, strawberries, cranberries, beets, and Swiss chard. Oxalic acid binds with minerals like calcium, iron and zinc in the digestive tract hindering their absorption. If you are prone to kidney stones I suggest you avoid the above foods, as kidney stones are often made up of oxalates, coming mainly from the diet. Phytic acid also hinders absorption of minerals,[..]

In the past ten years recent studies and research with alternative treatments for shingles has shown it is possible to recover in less than one week and to reduce outbreaks of lesions and pain in three days. Shingles is a serious health condition and it is important to follow your doctor's recommendations. Traditionally, most doctors prescribe painkillers for the temporary symptomatic relief of the pain and an antiviral drug to suppress the virus. This form of treatment with drugs reduces the severity and frequency of outbreaks but does not eliminate it from the body. This course of treatment can take six weeks or more and does very little for the patient. The pain associated with[..]

Acne is caused due to several reasons but the fact is that most people don't even know what they are doing. They don't know what causes acne and more often than not become the major victims of bad acne conditions. You see people don't even know that they are making serious mistakes till the time they actually see ugly pimples on their face. Read on to discover the most deadly mistakes people make which causes acne and how you can prevent it. Natural causes- These are some what beyond your control and acne happens to most teenagers when they enter puberty. This normally takes place due to hormonal changes also acne can be hereditary in some cases and might occur as it is in the family.[..]

Most people see someone at the gym who has been building up their body for some time and become very envious. Why not, it's a pretty normal reaction. Most all of us would like to have bigger muscles and washboard abs. How do these people do it? What are they doing every day to bulk up? Let's take a look at some good tips to help you begin building more muscle and a more powerful you. Keep in mind that in order to build more muscle and bulk up, you're going to have to commit yourself to following a regular fitness routine. You will also need to change your diet and add more calories. Working out with weights will be the key element in building muscle mass. Lifting weights will help[..]

Let's face it; we are all drawn towards a flat and well-toned belly and we all want those hard to achieve, well defined abs. The muscles of your midsection, namely the abdominal muscle group, are not isolated. They interweave through your torso like a tangled web of tensile steel, and it is critical to train them the right way for body stability. You can do exercises for the obliques, and upper and lower abdominal exercises, for example. So how do you get the results you want as quickly as possible? Let's take a look. According to a study, the top three abdominal muscle exercises that produce the most striking results are the traditional crunch, leg lifts and v-ups. For the best results[..]