Attention deficit disorder and depression

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Avatar m tn Helo frns, could u please help me,,, i want to knw abt Attention Deficit Disorder. I don't know what kind of disorder is this. But my girlfriend told me that she is having 39 percent of this. Plz let me know abt this disorder. And also if u knw if i have to deal with it with sum certain things or something......
Avatar f tn Ritalin is used to treat attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and narcolepsy (an uncontrollable desire to sleep). When given for attention deficit disorder, Ritalin should be an integral part of a total treatment program that includes psychological, educational, and social measures. Ritalin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Avatar n tn I suffer from panic and anxiety disorder. I have suffered for some time, and have been seeing a psychologist on and off since I was fourteen. I am now eighteen years old and seeing one again. Finally I have been put on a SSRI (Zoloft) which helps balance me out and elevate my mood. My questions is this. If I wanted to volunteer, or if a draft happened, would I be prevented from serving because of my condition? I believe I would pose a danger to those around me.
Avatar f tn Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to examine issues concerning the prescribing of stimulants to school-age children for the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD (ADD/ADHD, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). The principal drug used for this purpose is methylphenidate, commonly known as "Ritalin.
Avatar f tn If you were my patient, I would recommend a consultation with a good psychiatrist because you may be experiencing Adult Attention Deficit Disorder, Depression or both. PCOS does not typically cause lethargy. Being over weight can cause both lethargy and PCOS, don;t know if that is true in your case. Good luck!
429700 tn?1308007823 Hi Deb, Is the problem ADD (attention deficit (with out) hyperactivity disorder) or CAPD ( central auditory processing disorder) the reason behind the question is that sx can seemingly overlap, though there is a distinct difference but ADD and ADHD is more widely known.
1511164 tn?1301580782 s clinics, only a small minority have no other conditions,[69] and obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are often present.[22][28] In children with Tourette's, ADHD is associated with functional impairment, disruptive behavior, and tic severity. Other comorbid conditions include self-injurious behaviors (SIB), anxiety, depression, personality disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, and conduct disorders.
Avatar n tn Although I am NOT a doctor, have you ever considered you might have a mild case of ADD (attention deficit disorder)? Your symptoms sound like mine (I'm 54), and throughout my life I've had trouble concentrating, completing tasks, etc. What got me through school, and excelling was my intellect. I'm a teacher, so as an adult, I recognized the symptoms. When I was growing up, no one knew about ADD.
Avatar m tn Anger overload is also different from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Children with AD/HD have significant distractibility, which occurs regularly in school and/or the home. By contrast, children with brief outbursts of anger often pay attention well when they are not"overheated" emotionally.
Avatar n tn I don’t think that her stubborn nature is linked with any neurological disorder here since it could be a normal phenomenon of an ADHD (attention deficit hyperactive disorder) child who reacts quite differently in such situation due to poor attention span. Your daughter with ADHD may have attention difficulty, hyperactivity and impulsivity. Therefore, by attention deficit she does not listen to what is said to her.
1472248 tn?1292611095 From the symptoms described this looks to be attention deficit hyperactivity disorder rather than anything related to the previous episode of rolandic seizure. ADHD usually presents in early school years. The child can be either primarily inattentive, impulsive, hyperactive or emotionally unstable. The child often doesn’t seem to listen, is easily distracted, cant sit still and is fidgety, has angry outbursts, social loner, becomes very sensitive to criticism.
Avatar n tn Hi Jai - Is your husband bipolar or suffer from depression? Perhaps that's the reason, and he should be treated accordingly. Additionally there is a sexuality and relationship forum that is monitored by an expert, so you might want to check that out too and post your question there, there might be a bit more insight... otherwise, if he is depressed, bipolar, etc., then he should definitely see a doctor.....good luck!
4194487 tn?1370046144 Ok it would not show sorry but google adhd genetics
Avatar f tn Most people suffering from attention deficit disorder, or ADD, take Ritalin orally in the form of capsules or tablets that they swallow first thing in the morning. One form of Ritalin releases immediately into the body and usually begins working within one hour of taking an effective dose. The effect of the medicine normally lasts for three to four hours, depending on a person's metabolism. The dose usually needs to be repeated a couple of times throughout the day for lasting coverage.
Avatar m tn Personality disorder NOS with paranoid traits. Axis 3: post surgery orthopedic condition, chronic peripheral vestibular deficit Shortly after second hospitalization, lost my job. Took new job and moved to new city three months later. Two weeks into new job was hospitalized for third time for depressive feelings and suicide ideation. I am confused about what is a proper diagnosis?