About/What is ADHD?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects both children and adults worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention there are an estimated 4.4 million youth in the United States that have been diagnosed with ADHD. In addition, 2.5 million of those children are receiving some medication to treat the condition. They also assert that 7.8% of school-aged children were reported by their parent to have a diagnosis of ADHD in 2003.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is characterized by significant functional impairment from persistent hyperactivity-impulsivity and/or inattention. These characteristics also determine the three types of ADHD: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, or combined. Only a trained health care provider can accurately diagnose which type an individual is suffering from.

It is important to realize that, while challenging, it is possible to raise ADHD children successfully. These children should not be considered to be misbehaved, “bad”, “acting out”, or purposely being difficult. Patience is an important part of treating ADHD in children. As a QualityHealth member, you can get valuable information such as:

ADHD Resources

The most significant resource for ADHD is from your health care provider. After a diagnosis has been received, actively engaging these professionals in the best way to care for the individual is the best starting point. In addition, resources exist such as:

• Local Support Groups
• Blogs
• Publications and Magazines
• Web resources, including QualityHealth

The QualityHealth Difference

QualityHealth can help find the necessary answers to your questions regarding ADHD resources. Remember, diagnosing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder must be done by a trained medical professional. In addition, please seek a qualified second opinion prior to the administration of any drug therapies. Consider all side effects and other restrictions when examining medications. Remember, it is not recommended to self-diagnose or treat any medical disorder.

For more information on coping with an ADHD diagnosis, join QualityHealth. With resources, information, and answers to your questions, QualityHealth is a one-stop source. Make your decisions on living with this disorder based on sound advice that you can easily access and understand! There is no reason to feel like you are alone during this challenging time in your life or in the life of your child. Come join QualityHealth today for all of your questions about living with ADD and ADHD!