Addressing your symptoms can help your relationship thrive.

...adults living with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) often know quite a bit about its...symptoms . but if you have adhd , you might not recognize or fu...

Managing ADHD in adult relationships

School can present challenges, but a little advance planning can set the stage for academic and social success.

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8 tips for going back to school with ADHD

By recognizing the signs of ADHD, you may be able to minimize the impact it has on your everyday life.

...attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) is a condition that often starts in childhood . and...as you grow into adulthood , the symptoms typically follow . but as an adult , adhd ...

Understanding the symptoms of ADHD in adults

Parenting can often be a challenge. Here are some tips to help if you have adult ADHD.

...easier for your child , too , if they also have the condition . symptoms of adult adhd adults need to...if so , you have a higher risk of the condition because genes play a large r...

How to manage parenting when you have ADHD

Combination of meds and parent training may improve symptoms.

...if your kid struggles with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) , you probably know there...and oppositional defiant disorder ( odd ) or adhd an...

Extra care for kids with ADHD and aggression

Expert advice on how to get and keep your child's attention.

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7 tips for talking to your kid with ADHD

Dr. Jen discusses one of her experiences in helping a family cope with their child’s ADHD diagnosis.

...moment judy began talking , i noticed tears welling up in her eyes . " Matthew school evaluated him for attention...school . his score on the behavior assessment system for children ( basc ) showed he was borderline adhd.... also...

A mother's concern about ADHD

Bad parenting? Genes? Something else? Find out what really causes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

...how do you get attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) or attention deficit disorder (add )...this may only apply to about 5 % of children with adhd -- either ve...

What really causes ADHD?

Can your family doctor treat your ADHD, or do you need to see a specialist?

...if you suspect that you have an attention disorder , adhd or add , your first instinct may be to contact...your primary care physician or family doctor—a good first step in adhd/add treatment...

Best doctors for ADHD

Get the insight you need to decide if your child's ADHD treatment plan should include ADHD medication.

...affect my child school life ?...how much does adhd affect our family dynamic ?...how much does adhd affect child ability to enjoy daily activities and life ?...management...

ADHD medications and your child

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Could ADHD mean a shorter life?

Learn how stimulants, nonstimulants and antidepressant medications can help you beat ADHD symptoms.

...if you have been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) , you are probably considering...medications : will medication cure my adhd ?...cu...

6 key questions about ADHD medications

Learn more about medications commonly prescribed for child ADHD, including potential side effects.

...up to 90 percent of people with adhd experience improvement by taking medication . but adhd medication.... they help people with adhd feel calm by increasing levels o...

Common ADHD medications for children

Here are 6 ways to help your teen become a safe and independent driver.

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Safe driving tips for teens with ADHD

Learn about group therapy, support groups, counseling, and more resources for living life to the fullest with ADHD.

...having trouble managing your adhd on your own ? or your child ?...to discuss specific adhd-related goals that members of the group have in common . to find these programs...in your area , ask an...

Helpful resources and support for ADHD

Medications are often a key part of child ADHD treatment, but they can cause side effects. Find out what to watch for.

...medications help many children manage adhd symptoms , but it important to know that they can also cause...medications . your pediatrician may recommend feeding your child a big , healthy breakfast prio...

Side effects of ADHD medication

Learn how to recognize ADHD-related disorders.

...children , teens , and even adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) commonly develop.... for example , both adhd and anxiety can le...

Conditions that may accompany ADHD

How can your child get the best ADHD treatment results? Research shows behavioral therapy may help.

...while medications are often the frontline treatment for child adhd , research shows behavioral therapies..., such as counseling , skills-training , and adhd coaching can also be effective . in s...

Is ADHD therapy right for your child?

Discover how managing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder can improve several aspects of your life.

...for some people , having attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) can feel like being trapped...It also the most effective . it works for more than three-quarters of...

5 benefits of getting treatment for ADHD

Discover the unique ways in which living with an ADHD teen can affect the entire family, and get effective tips for coping with it.

...deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) , the ride can be even more extreme . as a child with adhd enters...vanish . in fact , new and more complex challenges unique to teens with adhd<...

Teens with ADHD and the challenges families face

Learn what the research says about food for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and items that may improve—or aggravate—symptoms.

...have you ever wondered whether eating certain foods might make your attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder...(adhd ) management more challenging ?...of these healthy fats may improve attent...

Can the right diet help with ADHD management?

Minimize symptoms of adult ADHD with the right treatments and lifestyle changes. 

...(adhd ) in adults can affect many areas of your life . and when you have been living with adult adhd...may help you manage adhd . but do not stop here . if you find something else ...

6 tips for managing adult ADHD

Many adults with ADHD have trouble concentrating. Here are simple tweaks you can make to your lifestyle that may help improve your attention. 

...disorder (adhd ) . but even those who often find themselves easily distracted can take steps to improve...their focus . for starters , adhd adults can minimize daily distractions , like c...

4 ways to fine-tune your focus

A simple walk in the woods may help you get and stay well.

...immunity , more research will help determine any long-term effects on health . it could help children with attention...issues parents of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) may</...

5 surprising ways nature can improve your health

Adults with ADHD may have a hard time staying focused and digital devices add to the challenge. Here's how to minimize distractions.

...highly distracting , multitasking world is a challenge for most adults . but for adults living with attention-deficit.../hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) it can be especially difficult . one of th...

3 ways to help diminish digital distractions

Strategies parents can use to help kids with ADHD at all ages, including counseling, medications, partnering with educators, and teaching healthy habits.

...strategies parents can use to help kids with adhd at all ages , including counseling , medications ,...

Back to School Pediatric ADHD Headquarters

Bipolar disorder (BPD) is a common mood disorder that affects millions. Symptoms can vary depending on the type of bipolar disorder a person has, but all types are characterized by changes in mood&mdash;people with bipolar disorder may experience episodes of depression, mania, or a mix of the two. BPD can severely impact a person&rsquo;s quality of life, but treatment can help. Treatment typically involves medication and psychotherapy.

...bipolar disorder ( bpd ) is a common mood disorder that affects millions . symptoms can vary depending...on the type of bipolar disorder a person has , but all types are characterized by changes in mood—people...with bipol...

Overcoming Bipolar Disorder

A guide to finding the right treatment for bipolar disorder, including getting an accurate diagnosis, working with a therapist, and choosing a medication.

...a guide to finding the right treatment for bipolar disorder , including getting an accurate diagnosis...

Finding Your Treatment for Bipolar Disorder

Porphyrias are rare metabolic disorders that affect the skin, nerves and gastrointestinal tract, or sometimes all three. While porphyrias cannot be cured, there are effective diagnostic tests and effective treatments that can help patients manage these disorders. In this guide, learn about the symptoms of porphyria, what can trigger porphyria attacks, what healthcare providers you need to work with and resources where porphyria patients can find information and support.

...porphyrias are rare metabolic disorders that affect the skin , nerves and gastrointestinal tract , or..., there are effective diagnostic tests and effective treatments that can help patients manage these disorders...

A Patient’s Guide to Managing Porphyria

Bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by changes in mood&mdash;episodes of depression, mania, or a mix of the two. Learn about managing type 1 bipolar disorder with medication, therapy, and routines.

...bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by changes in mood—episodes of depression , mania..., or a mix of the two . learn about managing type 1 bipolar disorder with medication , therapy , and...

Bipolar Type 1: A Guide to Treatment and Management

Graves&#39; disease is an autoimmune disorder where the body makes antibodies that attack and damage the thyroid gland. Learn about treating and managing this thyroid disorder.

...Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder where the body makes antibodies that attack and damage the thyroid...gland . learn about treating and managing this thyroid disorder ....

A Patient’s Guide to Graves' Disease

Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys platelets, small red blood cells that help blood clot and help the body stop bleeding when it is injured. ITP causes a person to have low levels of blood platelets, and can result in excessive bleeding and spontaneous bleeding. Learn about the symptoms and complications of ITP, treatments that can help normalize platelet counts, and precautions for living when platelet counts are low.

...immune thrombocytopenia ( itp ) is a disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys platelets...

A Patient’s Guide To Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)

Aortic stenosis is a disorder where the heart&rsquo;s aortic valve becomes narrowed, making it more difficult for the heart to pump normally. It is a progressive condition and severe aortic stenosis can be fatal.

...aortic stenosis is a disorder where the heart aortic valve becomes narrowed , making it more difficult...

TAVR for Severe Aortic Stenosis

Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a rare genetic disorder that causes nerve tumors. While benign in most cases, these tumors can cause a number of complications, including disability, learning difficulty, and chronic pain. NF affects newborns, children, teens, and adults of all ages. Learn about the types of NF, how NF is treated, and living with NF.

...neurofibromatosis ( nf ) is a rare genetic disorder that causes nerve tumors . while benign in most cases...

Understanding and Treating Neurofibromatosis

Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis. It is an inflammatory autoimmune disorder that causes plaques of red, itchy, scaled skin that can appear anywhere on the body, but most commonly appear on the knees, elbows, scalp, back and face. In this guide, learn about managing the symptoms, stigma and challenges of psoriasis through treatment and healthy everyday habits.

...plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis . it is an inflammatory autoimmune disorder that...

Taking Charge of Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis

Thyroid eye disease occurs when hyperthyroidism (also called Grave&rsquo;s disease) affects the muscles and other tissues around the eyes. It can cause a number of symptoms including dry eyes, double vision, and eye bulging. In this guide, learn about living with thyroid disorders and treatment for thyroid eye disease.

...including dry eyes , double vision , and eye bulging . in this guide , learn about living with thyroid disorders...

Understanding and Treating Thyroid Eye Disease

Tardive dyskinesia is an involuntary movement disorder that affects people taking antipsychotic medications.&nbsp;

...tardive dyskinesia is an involuntary movement disorder that affects people taking antipsychotic medications...

Tardive Dyskinesia Management Headquarters

Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder that distorts and fragments a person&rsquo;s ability to interpret reality. It is often a very challenging condition for both patients and caregivers. In this guide, learn about the symptoms and treatment of schizophrenia.

...schizophrenia is a mental health disorder that distorts and fragments a person ability to interpret reality...

Understanding and Managing Schizophrenia

Millions of people worldwide struggle with psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disorder. Learn about biologic therapies for psoriasis, the questions you need to discuss with your healthcare provider, and strategies for coping with the physical and emotional impact of living with psoriasis.

...millions of people worldwide struggle with psoriasis , a chronic inflammatory skin disorder . learn about...

Finding a Psoriasis Treatment that Works

Friedreich ataxia (FRDA) is a genetic disorder that causes damage to the nervous system and heart. Learn about managing FRDA for individuals and caregivers, including treatment, appointment guides, and resources.

...friedreich ataxia ( frda ) is a genetic disorder that causes damage to the nervous system and heart ....

Living with Friedreich Ataxia (FRDA) 

Resources and information for people living with primary immunodeficiency (PI), a group more than 450 genetic disorders that impair the normal functioning of the immune system.

...and information for people living with primary immunodeficiency ( pi) , a group more than 450 genetic disorders...

Primary Immunodeficiency Resource Center

Hemophilia A is the most common form of hemophilia, a disorder where the body does not make enough clotting factor. People with hemophilia A may experience bleeds or excessive bleeding when injured. In this guide, learn about the treatment and management of hemophilia.

...hemophilia a is the most common form of hemophilia , a disorder where the body does not make enough clotting...

A Guide to Treating and Managing Hemophilia A

Resources for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents with achondroplasia. Learn how this genetic disorder affects the development of bones, managing health concerns caused by achondroplasia, and emerging therapies.

...for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents with achondroplasia . learn how this genetic disorder...

Achondroplasia Resources for Parents and Caregivers

Learn about the diagnosis and treatment of idiopathic hypersomnia, a rare but serious sleep disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness.

...learn about the diagnosis and treatment of idiopathic hypersomnia , a rare but serious sleep disorder...

Understanding and Treating Idiopathic Hypersomnia

Each year, roughly 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with epilepsy, a neurological disorder that causes seizures. Help us recognize Epilepsy Awareness Month in November, and join us as we explore what causes epilepsy, how epilepsy is treated and what neurologists want you to know about seizures.

...each year , roughly 150,000 americans are diagnosed with epilepsy , a neurological disorder that causes...

Epilepsy Awareness Month

Huntington&rsquo;s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes the breakdown and permanent loss of neurons (nerve cells) in the brain. This breakdown in neurons causes a person to experience involuntary and uncontrolled muscle movements, changes in personality, and problems with coordination, thinking, and memory. Symptoms become more severe as the disease progresses. In most cases, symptoms begin in a person&rsquo;s 30s or 40s, and the juvenile form of the disease is less common.

...Huntington disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that causes the breakdown and permanent loss of neurons...

Rare Disease Roadmap: Huntington’s Disease

Learn about AADC deficiency, a rare genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and is sometimes confused with epilepsy.

...learn about aadc deficiency , a rare genetic disorder that affects the nervous system and is sometimes...

A Parent’s Guide to AADC Deficiency

Navigate your journey with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) with a guide to the healthcare providers who treat rare blood disorders, questions to help you prepare for your appointments, and resources to help you better understand your diagnosis and your treatment options.

...paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria ( pnh ) with a guide to the healthcare providers who treat rare blood disorders...

Rare Disease Roadmap: Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic disorder that begins before the age of 6 and causes progressive loss of muscle strength and muscle mass. Learn about early signs and symptoms, treatment, and taking care of yourself when caring for a child with DMD.

...duchenne muscular dystrophy ( dmd ) is a genetic disorder that begins before the age of 6 and causes...

A Caregiver’s Guide to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) is a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands, hormone-producing glands located on top of the kidneys. Classic CAH is the less common and generally more serious type of CAH. It is typically diagnosed with a blood test shortly after a person is born. Depending on the type of classic CAH a person has, the condition can affect normal growth and sexual development, and it can cause severe illness due to low levels of sodium.

...congenital adrenal hyperplasia ( cah ) is a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands...

Rare Disease Roadmap: Classic CAH

If my parent has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD? If your parent has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you have a 30% chance of being diagnosed with ADHD. Learn more from our experts about genetics and ADHD....

...if my parent has adhd , what are the chances that i will have adhd ?...if your parent has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd ) , you have...

If my parent has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD?

Can ADHD be prevented? While preventive measures to reduce the incidence of ADHD are not known, find out what can help reduce the severity of symptoms. Learn more from our experts about ADHD....

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Can ADHD be prevented?

Roughly 30%. While we can’t give you the exact odds, we do know that ADHD runs in families. Interestingly, studies show that…Learn more from our experts about ADHD....

...roughly 30 % . while we can’t give you the exact odds , we do know that adhd runs in families . interestingly..., studies show that…learn more from our experts about adhd ....

If my sibling has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD?

Children and teens with ADHD often have trouble getting along with other kids and teens. Group therapy is a great way to…Learn more from our experts about group therapy to help those with ADHD....

...children and teens with adhd often have trouble getting along with other kids and teens . group therapy...is a great way to…learn more from our experts about group therapy to help those with adhd ....

How does group therapy help those with ADHD?

How does a psychologist treat ADHD? Learn more from our experts....

...how does a psychologist treat adhd ? learn more from our experts ....

How does a psychologist treat ADHD?

Learn more from our experts about video games as a anti-motion sickness medication treatment for ADHD....

...learn more from our experts about video games as a anti-motion sickness medication treatment for adhd...

What is anti-motion sickness medication treatment for ADHD?

Learn more about if you should consult both a psychiatrist and a pediatrician regarding ADHD from our experts....

...learn more about if you should consult both a psychiatrist and a pediatrician regarding adhd from our...experts ....

Should I consult both a psychiatrist and a pediatrician regarding ADHD?

Collaborative problem solving is (believe it or not) a collaborative approach to tackling challenging behaviors in people…Learn more from our experts about collaborative problem solving for ADHD....

...challenging behaviors in people…learn more from our experts about collaborative problem solving for adhd...

What is collaborative problem solving for ADHD?

Learn more from our experts about how often you should meet with a doctor about your child's ADHD....

...learn more from our experts about how often you should meet with a doctor about your child adhd ....

How often will we need to meet with the doctor about my child’s ADHD?

It's believed that people with ADHD have a problem with a gene on the X chromosome....

...It believed that people with adhd have a problem with a gene on the x chromosome ....

Why is ADHD more common in boys?

Binge eating disorder and bulimia are two serious eating disorders with slightly different symptoms. Learn more from our experts about eating disorders....

...binge eating disorder and bulimia are two serious eating disorders with slightly different symptoms ....learn more from our experts about eating disorders ....

Is binge eating disorder different from bulimia?

Is there a cure for chromosomal disorders? Chromosomal genetic disorders do not have a cure. Learn more from our experts about chromosomal disorders....

...is there a cure for chromosomal disorders ?...chromosomal genetic disorders do not have a cure . learn more from our experts about chromosomal disorders...

Is there a cure for chromosomal disorders?

If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) you should call your doctor any time you feel your symptoms are interfering with your daily life, work or relationships. Learn more from our experts about OCD....

...if you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (ocd ) you should call your doctor any time you feel your symptoms...are interfering with your daily life , work or relationships . learn more from our experts about ocd...

When should I call my doctor if I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

Can my bipolar disorder affect my social life? Bipolar disorder can affect your lifestyle, making the usual meeting places for meeting people less likely to occur in your life. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....

...can my bipolar disorder affect my social life ?...bipolar disorder can affect your lifestyle , making the usual meeting places for meeting people less...likely to occur in your life . learn more from our experts about bipolar disorde...

Can my bipolar disorder affect my social life?

What else causes mania, other than bipolar disorder? There are several causes of mania other than bipolar disorder. Learn more from our experts about mania and bipolar disorder....

...what else causes mania , other than bipolar disorder ?...there are several causes of mania other than bipolar disorder . learn more from our experts about mania...and bipolar disorder ....

What else causes mania, other than bipolar disorder?

Vomiting from bulimia can lead to dehydration and hypernatremia. Learn more ways that eating disorders can cause sodium metabolism disorders....

...vomiting from bulimia can lead to dehydration and hypernatremia . learn more ways that eating disorders...can cause sodium metabolism disorders ....

How can eating disorders lead to sodium metabolism disorders?

Are allergies the same as autoimmune disorders? Common allergies result when your immune system overreacts to a harmless substance, but they are not an autoimmune disorder. Learn more from our experts about allergies....

...are allergies the same as autoimmune disorders ?...result when your immune system overreacts to a harmless substance , but they are not an autoimmune disorder...

Are allergies the same as autoimmune disorders?

How do thyroid disorder symptoms mimic schizophrenia? Thyroid disorder is a medical condition that can cause symptoms similar to those found in people with schizophrenia. Learn more from our experts about schizophrenia....

...how do thyroid disorder symptoms mimic schizophrenia ?...thyroid disorder is a medical condition that can cause symptoms similar to those found in people with...