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he most commonly used medicine for naughty boys in Western culture is via the route of a diagnosis of ADHD, leading to a prescription of a psycho-stimulant such as Ritalin or Dexedrine.
The Genetically Programmed Child and ADHD, is the Scientific Evidence Good Enough?
Domination of the world's markets allows American culture to be successfully exported. Along with Coca-Cola, McDonalds and Hollywood, pseudo-medical constructs such as ADHD are becoming a part of everyday culture in other Western countries and slowly creeping into the collective consciousness of many non-industrialized countries too. An enthusiastic drug industry and drug-industry-funded pro-medication parent groups, using the tools given to them by prominent bio-psychiatrists helped establish ADHD as the main diagnostic label to use. This is evident by clinics that have been set up in this country (United States), both private and National Health Service (NHS), being called ADHD clinics as opposed to 'Hyperkinetic disorder' clinics. Titles used in publications, media reports, and academic conferences now refer to ADHD, with it the less money-spinning term 'Hyperkinetic Syndrome' seems disappearing into the pages of history.
A Brief History of ADHD
Over-activity, poor concentration and impulsively in children were first conceptualized as medical phenomena earlier this century. The first recorded interest in children with poor attention and hyperactivity dates back to the turn of the century when a pediatrician, Frederick Still, described a group of children who showed an abnormal incapacity for sustained attention, restlessness and fidgetiness, and went on to argue that these children had deficiencies in volitional inhibition, but offered no treatment other than good discipline.
A New Category of Childhood-the ADHD Child
Schools are struggling with being under-resourced, using labor-intensive 'modern' educational methods in highly stimulating colorful classes, under pressure to demonstrate ever-improving academic achievement in their pupils, with ever less methods for behavioral control of children at their disposal. John, one of their distractible and boisterous children gets a diagnosis of ADHD and starts taking Ritalin. He is no longer a big problem
Motive of ADHD Drug Companies
Something strange has been happening to children in western society in the past couple of decades. The diagnosis of ADHD has reached epidemic proportions, particularly amongst boys in North America. National surveys conducted in 2003 and 2007 found that about 1.6 million cases of ADHD had been diagnosed in American elementary school children (about seven percent of 6-11 years old, and given that three to four times more boys diagnosis were around 11 percent of 6-11 years old boys).
Tips for Helping Your ADHD Child with Homework
Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often have difficulty sitting still and concentrating. They feel the urge to move around continually. Everyday items such as a ticking clock, the movement of the rustling leaves, the wind outside, and the dripping of a leaky faucet are enough to distract attention from homework.
What is ADHD and How do You Manage it?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that can afflict children. People suffering from ADHD have symptoms such as:
Doubts About ADHD- Facts For Parents
Is it really ADHD or are the children just being naughty? Parents and child care therapists are beginning to ask this question. The fear now is that many doctors and parents are using the term ADHD as a general dumping ground for kids with problems.
Common Questions About ADHD- What Parents Need To Know
Worried parents often think that watching too much TV, bad schooling or a poor diet may well be the causes of ADHD and they sometimes blame themselves. But the lastest research has identified genetic causes and also biological causes which cause chemical imbalance in the child's brain as the main culprits.
Natural Remedies for ADD/ADHD
This article will discuss about natural remedies for ADD/ADHD.
Facing Teen ADHD Issues
Raising your teenagers with ADHD. How do most parents do it?
Natural Remedies For Attention-deficit/hyperactivity Disorder (adhd). Posted By :
In the past, rowdy, disruptive children were often spanked or scolded, while their parents were looked upon with disdain. With increasing research in child behavior, as well as with more studies in how molecular imbalances can trigger certain kinds of behavior and movements, physicians and psychiatrists have found that such unfortunate parents and noisy children should be treated with consideration. In fact, as you know from reading thus far, they have in fact given a nam...
New Study On ADHD Treatment: Can Pine Bark Reduce ADHD Symptoms in Children?
ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is commonly diagnosed among children, particularly those in the United States. Drug medications such as Ritalin, Adderall and Trileptal are often prescribed to help alleviate ADHD symptoms. Most of these m...
ADHD In Children
Information for parents of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Alternative Treatments for ADD and ADHD
There are many ways to decrease or completely cure ADD or ADHD symptoms in children or adults. Here are some ideas to help improve your health and minimalize your experience of ADD or ADHD.
The Dangers Of Overprescribed ADHD Medications
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become the fastest growing diagnosed disorder among children under the age of 18. Many children in countries such as the US, New Zealand and Australia are being prescribed medications at an alarming rate...
7 Tips For Surviving Back-2-School With An ADHD Child Posted By :
Back-2-School can be a challenging time, for parents and students alike. But for families living with ADHD it can prove particularly trying. One of the often overlooked facts about this is that it doesnt go away after elementary, middle, or even high school. Families dealing with ADHD often battle Back-2-School challenges throughout their school career, even through college. What follows are 7 things that will help you survive the Back-2-School season and even come out ahead...
ADHD Child Working Alone
Today's article is prompted by a question from a concerned parent. The question was simple and direct, asking 'Why can't an ADHD child work alone?' In my experience and the experience of many child psychologist as well child psychiatri
Tips for High School Teachers with ADHD Students: Increasing Time Focused to a Task
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate themselves to our children! We know how difficult it can be working with ADHD children, so here are your teacher tips for the week, brought to you by the ADHD Information Library and ADDi
Six Steps To Powerful Communication With Your Child
As a guardian of ADHD children I often see the myriad of emotions that a parent with an ADHD child has to go through. I also get to see the happiness that they experience once they learn the secrets of minimizing hazardous communication and decrea
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