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ADHD – Treatment Part 4 of 5

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is defined as someone experiencing significant difficulties with inattentiveness or hyperactivity and impulsive behavior or a combination of the two. Most professionals agree that treatment for ADHD is a combination of behavior therapy and medication. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 80% of those who needed medication for ADHD as children still need medication as teenagers. The American Academy of Pediatrics, American…
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March 25, 2013
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My Teen Has Low Self Esteem

Low self esteem is often seen in teenagers. It is the overall feeling of a negative self worth. Teens struggle with fitting in with their peer group, developing their own identity and becoming young adults. Low self esteem in teenagers is often associated with: Depression Anxiety Suicide Withdrawal Eating disorders Violent behavior Victim of bullying Promiscuity Rebellion School dropout Poor grades in school Teen pregnancy Substance use Alcohol addiction  …
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March 22, 2013
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ADHD – Over Active and Impulsive Behavior Part 3 of 5

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is defined as someone experiencing significant difficulties with inattentiveness or hyperactivity and impulsive behavior or a combination of the two. Review the following lists of hyperactive and impulsive symptoms. Hyperactivity symptoms: Fidgets with hands or feet or has difficulty sitting still Gets up when being seated is expected Busy focusing on other things that they forget the task at hand Rushes through assignments Is often…
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March 22, 2013
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Texting and Driving

No doubt you have heard and seen the advertising campaigns about texting and driving.  Many states have passed laws with huge fines associated with texting and driving and the use of cell phones and driving.  Teens are the most dangerous drivers and they are very easily distracted. Texting requires visual, manual and cognitive (involving conscious thinking and reasoning) attention.  This is why texting is so dangerous when driving. Check this…
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March 21, 2013
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ADHD – Difficulty Paying Attention Part 2 of 5

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is defined as someone experiencing significant difficulties with inattentiveness or hyperactivity and impulsive behavior or a combination of the two. You may be familiar with the acronym, ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) which was used to describe people that experienced difficulty paying attention without the hyperactivity and impulsive component. Most medical and therapeutic communities no longer use the term ADD since the definition of ADHD (Attention…
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March 21, 2013