| Childhood ADD is shown by inattention, irritability, inability | | | | of an appetite, or depression). The adult liver can be |
| to focus, and impulsivity; the same symptoms of adult | | | | affected as well. |
| Attention Deficit Disorder. Adults with ADD most likely | | | | Stimulants are no less addictive for adults than they |
| had it as children but it went undiagnosed for some | | | | are for children. If taken for a long time the adult is |
| reason. It can be as problematic in relationships, family | | | | more likely to have substance abuse issues or suffer |
| life, and the work environment. | | | | with depression. Adults who want to avoid the |
| Diagnosis of ADD in adults is done in a similar manner | | | | stimulant side effects can look for natural remedies |
| as for children. The adult is tested for the ability to | | | | that would meet their needs. |
| follow directions, complete tasks, sustain their attention | | | | Nutritional supplements consisting of herbs, botanical |
| especially at meetings at work or connecting to their | | | | extracts, as well as vitamins and minerals, treats ADD |
| families. They will most likely have a complete physical | | | | symptoms well and they are safe. A healthy diet and |
| that includes tests to show how their brains function, to | | | | physical exercise will also help the adult to slow down |
| search for disability. | | | | and focus. Relaxation and meditation also will help an |
| The adult will likely be interviewed with some questions | | | | adult to focus better. |
| regarding their school experience when they were | | | | Symptoms of adult Attention Deficit Disorder while |
| young and how they felt about it. Their grades will be | | | | being similar to those of children, may not be as |
| talked about as well. A lot can be deduced from these | | | | recognizable. The testing and diagnosis process is very |
| interviews. | | | | similar as well. Adults with ADD most likely have had it |
| A family member such as a spouse would be | | | | since they were children. It can be successfully |
| interviewed for an adult as opposed to parents. They | | | | managed with natural supplements and a healthy |
| can tell the examiner what the adult subject is like at | | | | lifestyle. |
| home. There be some discussion with a supervisor. | | | | If as an adult you are diagnosed ADD you should |
| An adults treatment would also be similar. Medication | | | | know that you are not alone. You weren't lazy in |
| might be recommended, counseling (behavior therapy) | | | | school, your ability to focus may have kept you from |
| might be suggested, and a healthy life style is urged. | | | | doing your best. Most importantly, and this is for |
| Stimulants are given to adults as well and have some | | | | children as well, it is not your fault. |
| of the same side effects (sleeplessness, irritability, loss | | | | |