Deciding to medicate a child for ADHD can feel daunting. It might help to know that ADHD medications are among the most researched treatments in all of pediatrics, with decades of studies showing their safety and benefits. Medication is considered the single most effective treatment for the core symptoms of ADHD (inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity). Roughly…
Types of ADHD: Inattentive vs. Hyperactive vs. Combined | AntiADD.com Take the ADHD Self-Assessment Quiz → Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) doesn’t look the same for everyone. There are three distinct presentations: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined. Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. Did you know? ADHD types can change over a lifetime…
If you’ve heard the terms ADD and ADHD used interchangeably, you might wonder if they mean the same thing. The short answer: ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is an outdated term that is no longer an official diagnosis, while ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the current medical name for the condition encompassing various types. In practical terms, what used to be called “ADD” is now recognized…
