Download or read book The Complete Basic Guide on ADHD and Depression written by Williams Smart and published by . This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attention-Deficit Hуреrасtіvіtу Dіѕоrdеr (ADHD) is a nеurоdеvеlорmеntаl соndіtіоn that аffесtѕ сhіldrеn and аdultѕ. ADHD develops whеn thе brаіn аnd central nеrvоuѕ ѕуѕtеm dеvеlор іmраіrmеntѕ rеlаtеd tо grоwth and dеvеlорmеnt. A реrѕоn with ADHD wіll ѕhоw vаrуіng dеgrееѕ оf thеѕе thrее bеhаvіоrѕ іnаttеntіоn, impulsivity аnd hyperactivity. Because сhіldrеn аnd аdultѕ wіth ADHD ѕtrugglе wіth fосuѕіng, оrgаnіzіng tаѕkѕ, аnd feeling rеѕtlеѕѕ, they mіght еxреrіеnсе ѕаdnеѕѕ, guіlt, іrrіtаbіlіtу, low ѕеlf-соnfіdеnсе аnd helplessness. In some саѕеѕ, thеѕе ѕуmрtоmѕ саn ѕіgnаl dерrеѕѕіоn. Sоmе еxреrtѕ аѕѕеrt thаt uр tо 70% оf people wіth ADHD wіll ѕееk treatment for dерrеѕѕіоn аt lеаѕt оnсе. Onе ѕtudу at the Unіvеrѕіtу оf Chісаgо reported that аdоlеѕсеntѕ wіth ADHD аrе tеn times mоrе lіkеlу tо ѕuffеr from dерrеѕѕіоn thаn аdоlеѕсеntѕ wіthоut аn ADHD diagnosis. A disproportionate number оf сhіldrеn аnd аdultѕ with ADHD also experience dерrеѕѕіоn. Fоr example, rеѕеаrсhеrѕ frоm thе Unіvеrѕіtу оf Chісаgо hаvе found thаt аdоlеѕсеntѕ with ADHD are 10 times mоrе likely tо dеvеlор depression thаn those wіthоut ADHD. Dерrеѕѕіоn саn also аffесt adults wіth ADHD.
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Adult ADHD written by Donald Haupt M.D. and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thorough examination of a misunderstood condition Though it's traditionally thought of as a childhood disorder, a growing body of research is bringing awareness to the fact that ADHD often continues into adulthood, though its symptoms often take on a different form and make the disorder more difficult to diagnose. • Covers what ADHD looks like in adults, how symptoms can vary greatly from one person to the next, and how it often gets misdiagnosed • Includes information on related conditions that often coexist with adult ADHD, including depression and anxiety • Discusses various treatment options-pharmaceutical, behavioral, lifestyle, and alternative approaches
Download or read book ADHD and Depression written by Dr John Tyler and published by . This book was released on 2020-01-23 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a disorder that begins in childhood. It usually persists for years and results in significant deficits in cognitive, academic and social development. it is found to occur in about 3-7% of children, and persists in 36-60% of them into adulthood for an overall adult prevalence of about 4.5%.It is found that as ADHD continues to play a major role in the individual's life, demoralization occurs to a large extent leading to comorbidities, such as substance abuse or depressive symptoms, as an effort to cope or due to internalization of the underachievement they face on a chronic basis. Many adults with ADHD did not receive adequate interventions during childhood, resulting in chronic occupational and social impairments which seriously reduce the quality of life. This adds confusion to the diagnostic features, as they may present with symptoms suggestive of anxiety or depression, but have other signs and symptoms of complicated ADHD, which has taken its own course. Overall, the occurrence of ADHD with depression is found in about 9-50% of patients.It is important to assess all patients reporting with ADHD for the co-occurrence of primary anxiety disorders or for secondary symptoms of anxiety arising due to the primary ADHD. It is also essential to discriminate between the two so that the primary condition is treated rather than the secondary symptoms. It is known that individuals with both conditions coexisting have a higher risk of suicide, poor job outcomes, and broken relationships, as well as putting a greater cost-burden on society. The distinction may be assisted by the knowledge that fixed depressive affect or suicidal ideation is rare with ADHD per se, which is usually associated with stable moods despite deficits in executive functioning.Some symptoms of ADHD and depression are a lot alike, and that can make it tough to diagnose and treat those conditions. For example, trouble with focus is one of the signs of both depression and ADHD. And if you take medicines to help with your ADHD symptoms, they may affect your sleep or eating habits both of those can be signs of depression, too. In children, hyperactivity and irritability can be symptoms of depression as well as ADHD.Also, ADHD can lead to depression when people have a hard time with their symptoms. Children may have trouble getting along in school or with playmates, or adults may have issues at work. That can lead to deep feelings of hopelessness and other signs of depression.Doctors don't know what causes either condition, but they both seem to be linked to your family history. People with depression or ADHD often have a parent or other family member who has it as well.
Download or read book Basic Guide on ADHD and Depression written by Aaron Wilmoore MD and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-28 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's estimated about 18.6 percent of adults are affected by both ADHD and depression. The symptoms of depression include the loss of interest in familiar activities, feeling tired a lot of the time, and experiencing unplanned changes in sleep and eating habits. Some people struggling with depression describe feeling numb to their own life, disconnected from others, and alone even when they are not. They may also feel agitated, with a sense of wanting to get out of their own skin.Depression is different from the "blues," or sadness that follows the end of a relationship or a period of grief after a loved one dies, although those can turn into depression if they last for the long term."Sometimes with situations like bereavement, a breakup, or a job loss, it can snowball into a clinical depressive episode," says Roberto Olivardia, PhD, a clinical associate at McLean Hospital and lecturer in psychology at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Olivardia is a member of CHADD's Professional Advisory Board. "So, if someone notices after about a two-week period that these symptoms are still happening, then they should definitely be talking to someone."In both clinical and community settings, the clinical significance of ADHD and depressive disorders is substantial when they co-occur. ADHD is a chronic disorder that often persists into adulthood; it is also among the most common psychiatric disorders. In DSM-5, the more lenient criteria for age of onset and lower required number of symptoms for adult ADHD will likely increase the rates of ADHD diagnoses.In adults, episodes of MDD cause significant morbidity and mortality, but when they occur with ADHD, such episodes are more prolonged, more likely to result in suicidal behaviors and hospitalizations, and more likely to convert from unipolar to bipolar mood disorders. The impact of comorbid depression on ADHD response has not been assessed, but studies of patients with bipolar disorders suggest that ADHD treatment may exacerbate untreated mood disorders. Because ADHD typically begins several years before the first unipolar depressive episode, earlier identification and treatment of ADHD may affect the risk of depression.Because children and adults with ADHD struggle with focusing, organizing tasks, and feeling restless, they might experience sadness, guilt, irritability, low self-confidence and helplessness. In some cases, these symptoms can signal depression.Some experts assert that up to 70% of people with ADHD will seek treatment for depression at least once. One study at the University of Chicago reported that adolescents with ADHD are ten times more likely to suffer from depression than adolescents without an ADHD diagnosis.
Download or read book A Comprehensive Guide To Attention Deficit Disorder In Adults written by Kathleen G. Nadeau and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This groundbreaking volume, written by pioneering clinicians and researchers firmly convinced of the neurobiological underpinnings of ADD in adults, is the first to provide broad coverage of this burgeoning field. Written for professionals who diagnose and treat adults with ADD, it provides information from psychologists and physicians on the most current research and treatment issues regarding our understanding of ADD as a neurobiological disorder. According to the contributors, ADD in adults may be responsible for difficulties ranging from minor attention, memory, and organization problems in well-functioning adults to drug abuse and criminal behavior. A Comprehensive Guide to Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults begins by addressing the history of ADD and the evolution of our understanding of the disorder. The neurobiology of ADD is examined, laying a solid foundation for the clinician to develop a scientific understanding of this complex syndrome. The assessment and differential diagnosis of ADD is explored from the perspectives of a variety of specialists in the field. This includes an exploration of the interrelationships between attention deficit disorder and other neurodevelopmental disabilities that may interact with ADD to affect cognitive functioning, and an examination of the connections between ADD and a host of psychiatric conditions. Also covered is the process of differential diagnosis from a neurological perspective, which will help the non-medically trained clinician better to determine when a complete neurological evaluation seems warranted in the assessment process. Authors examine ADD with and without hyperactivity and describe a wide range of assessment tools that can be useful in developing a full diagnostic picture of different conditions that must be addressed in treating adults with the disorder. A wealth of experience, highly practical suggestions, and an optimistic outlook are the hallmark of the section on treatment. The authors strongly recommend a multifaceted treatment plan combining medication, psychotherapy, and addressing the pervasive self-esteem issues which typically haunt the adult whose condition has gone untreated. Specific treatment issues for Adults with ADD are also discussed. These include:- * the development of practical life management skills * the difficulties in relationships * ADD within the context of marriage and family * and higher education and the workplace. The volume concludes with a discussion of the legal implications of the diagnosis of ADD in adults as it pertains to education and employment, the important role of support groups for adults with ADD, and a thought-provoking examination of current and future research including the need for increased public recognition of ADD in adults. A Comprehensive Guide to Attention Deficit Disorder in Adults is a pioneering volume that will bring the most current information available to the attention of those able to help adult ADD sufferers...vocation and rehabilitation counselors, and numerous psychotherapists who recognize symptoms of depression and anxiety, but perhaps overlook the underlying attention deficit disorder. It will stimulate the interdisciplinary research that is the key to increasing knowledge and educate those who can truly make a difference.
Download or read book Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder written by Larry B. Silver and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 2008-05-20 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition of Dr. Larry Silver's groundbreaking clinical book incorporates recent research findings on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), covering the latest information on diagnosis, associated disorders, and treatment, as well as ADHD in adults. Providing a broad overview of the continuum of neurobiologically based conditions, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder thoroughly reviews disorders often found to be comorbid with ADHD, including specific learning disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, anger regulation problems, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and tic disorders. Dr. Silver emphasizes that ADHD is a life disability that affects not only school performance but also family life, peer interactions, and successful participation in sports and other activities. For about half of the individuals with this disorder, it is also a lifetime disability -- thus, interventions must be considered for each phase of life. Addressing day-to-day management issues faced by physicians and mental health professionals who see patients with ADHD, this guidebook discusses such practical concerns as how to make a differential diagnosis, work with children and families in a multimodal treatment setting, manage a medication regimen, and explain ADHD to parents. Covering ways to work with the school system as well as new and controversial therapies, this up-to-the-minute book is essential reading for all who care for individuals with ADHD.
Download or read book Moodiness in ADHD written by W. Burleson Daviss and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-11-09 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book gives clinicians a framework and tools to accurately assess moodiness in patients with ADHD, and to provide the most appropriate pharmacological and psychosocial treatments for such problems. This book reviews the assessment and treatment of moodiness in ADHD patients of all ages, but focuses primarily on children and adolescents. Chapters review effective assessment strategies for various potential causes of moodiness in patients with ADHD, then psychosocial and pharmacological treatments and their empirical basis. Specific chapters are devoted to the moodiness characteristic of ADHD itself, and to other disorders co-occurring with it such as disorders of mood, anxiety, trauma-exposure, disruptive behaviors, autism, substance use, and medical problems. The also text includes useful case summaries and tables to illustrate key clinical points useful in working with these patients. Moodiness in ADHD is a potentially vital resource for clinicians wanting to improve their skill working with patients having these challenging problems.
Download or read book Clinician s Guide to Adult ADHD Comorbidities written by Joseph Sadek and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-09-26 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diagnosis and management of ADHD co-occurring with other disorders such as anxiety, depression and personality disorders remain major challenges for clinicians treating all age groups. This book guides clinicians through each step in the diagnosis and management of the comorbidities of adult ADHD on the basis of essential case studies describing psychiatric disorders that frequently occur with ADHD. Each case includes a diagnosis section and management section and is accompanied by questions and answers concerning the most important aspects in diagnosing and managing both ADHD and the comorbid disorders. Drawn from actual clinical encounters, the case studies also feature ample current and valid references.
Download or read book ADHD written by Paul H. Wender and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2017 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a discussion of ADHD treatments, Wender and Tomb stress that drug therapy remains the most effective in treating the disorder. They add, however, that psychological techniques, when combined with medication, can produce further improvement. Wender and Tomb offer practical, comprehensive instructions on how parents of an ADHD sufferer can best help their child. Now a classic work, ADHD grants parents and adults whose lives have been touched by this disorder an indispensable source of help, hope, and understanding.
Download or read book Clinician s Guide to ADHD Comorbidities in Children and Adolescents written by Joseph Sadek and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-09-26 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diagnosis and management of ADHD co-occurring with other disorders such as anxiety, depression, tics and substance use remain major challenges for clinicians treating all age groups. This book guides clinicians trough each step in the diagnosis and management of the comorbidity through essential case studies describing psychiatric disorders that frequently occur with child ADHD are well described in every case. Each case includes a diagnosis section and management section and is accompanied by questions and answers concerning the most important aspects in diagnosing and managing of both ADHD and the comorbid disorders. Drawn from actual clinical encounters, the case studies also feature ample current and valid references.
Download or read book ADHD Essentials for Beginners written by Alex Reed and published by . This book was released on 2024-03-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the secrets to understanding and managing ADHD with "ADHD Essentials for Beginners." This comprehensive guide offers a treasure trove of insights and strategies for individuals navigating the complexities of ADHD in both adults and children. Discover the fundamentals of ADHD, from its impact on daily life to the neurobiological underpinnings behind its symptoms. With clear explanations and relatable anecdotes, readers gain a deeper understanding of the condition, empowering them to take control of their journey. From recognizing symptoms to navigating the diagnostic process, this book provides a roadmap for obtaining an accurate diagnosis and accessing appropriate treatment options. Whether it's medication, therapy, or lifestyle adjustments, readers learn how to tailor their approach to their unique needs. For adults with ADHD, "ADHD Essentials for Beginners" offers practical advice for overcoming challenges in work, relationships, and daily functioning. Parents and caregivers of children with ADHD discover valuable strategies for managing behavioral challenges and supporting their child's development. Delve into the complexities of co-occurring conditions often associated with ADHD, such as anxiety, depression, and learning disabilities, and learn how to address these complexities within treatment plans effectively. Explore the wide range of treatment approaches available, from medication options to behavioral therapies and cognitive interventions. Additionally, lifestyle management strategies, including creating structure and routine, and incorporating dietary considerations and exercise, are presented as essential components of ADHD management. Packed with practical tips and strategies for navigating ADHD in daily life, "ADHD Essentials for Beginners" is your go-to guide for understanding and managing ADHD with confidence and resilience. Whether you're newly diagnosed or seeking a refresher, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive with ADHD. Don't let ADHD hold you back-embrace your journey with "ADHD Essentials for Beginners" and unlock your full potential today.
Download or read book A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD written by Sari Solden and published by New Harbinger Publications. This book was released on 2019-07-01 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Live boldly as a woman with ADHD! This radical guide will show you how to cultivate your individual strengths, honor your neurodiversity, and learn to communicate with confidence and clarity. If you are a woman with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you’ve probably known—all your life—that you’re different. As girls, we learn which behaviors, thinking, learning, and working styles are preferred, which are accepted and tolerated, and which are frowned upon. These preferences are communicated in innumerable ways—from media and books to our first-grade classroom to conversations with our classmates and parents. Over the course of a lifetime, women with ADHD learn through various channels that the way they think, work, speak, relate, and act does not match up with the preferred way of being in the world. In short, they learn that difference is bad. And, since these women know that they are different, they learn that they are bad. It’s time for a change. A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD is the first guided workbook for women with ADHD designed to break the cycle of negative self-talk and shame-based narratives that stem from the common and limiting belief that brain differences are character flaws. In this unique guide, you’ll find a groundbreaking approach that blends traditional ADHD treatment with contemporary treatment methods, such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), to help you untangle yourself from the beliefs that have kept you from reaching your potential in life. If you’re ready to develop a strong, bold, and confident sense of self, embrace your unique brain-based differences, and cultivate your individual strengths, this step-by-step workbook will help guide the way.
Download or read book A Simple Guide to Depression written by W. Edison Houpt Jr. and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-06-09 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is divided into three parts. PART ONE provides a very brief introduction to depression and gives an overview of our current understanding of depression. PART TWO is rather unique in that it presents a number of fictionalizedbut realisticcases of people who develop all the types of depression: the reader may want to compare his experiences to those of the fictionalized cases. PART THREE gives a succinct but comprehensive overview of all the current treatments available for depression. This newest book is offered in the hope that it will help readers recognize early warning signs of depression and come to terms with any early-onset mood disorder.
Download or read book ADHD in Adolescents written by Alison Schonwald and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-02-04 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finally, everything about ADHD in adolescents is in one place. This book is for you: a clinician diagnosing and treating teens with ADHD, a teacher educating teens with ADHD, or a parent raising one. Written for all readers, this resource is both comprehensive and straightforward, with quick tips and concise guidance in each chapter. Each of the four sections explores an essential aspect of ADHD in adolescents, starting first with detailed yet accessible best-practices of diagnosis and treatment. The second section takes a deep dive into the many disorders that mimic and co-occur with ADHD, including the most up to date information about electronics use and substance use. Section three unpacks the critical topic of Race, Culture, and Ethnicity in ADHD, and the hard-to-find topic of Relationships, Sexuality, and Sexual Behavior in Adolescents with ADHD. The closing and must-read chapters include practical guidance for parenting, thriving in high school, and planning the next steps for success. Across all four sections, clinical scenarios mirror common dilemmas faced by parents and teachers, and recurrent challenges familiar to clinicians. Information and resources direct the reader to best practices in ADHD in adolescents, with useful strategies usable for everyone. Written by experts in the field, ADHD in Adolescents is a valuable guide for all clinicians caring for teens with ADHD: pediatricians, child and adolescent neurologists, child and adolescent psychiatrists, adolescent medicine specialists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers, and licensed clinical mental health workers. Parents and teachers of adolescents with ADHD will find this resource indispensable.
Download or read book Adult Add written by Stephanie Sarkis and published by ReadHowYouWant.com. This book was released on 2011-07-13 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After receiving a diagnosis of attention deficit disorder (ADD), you may feel relieved to finally have an explanation for your symptoms, but also concerned and full of questions about the future. Questions like: What are the best ways to get your symptoms under control? Should you tell people at work? And-wait a minute-there can be good things about having ADD? You've just been diagnosed with ADD-now what? After receiving a diagnosis of attention deficit disorder (ADD), you may feel relieved to finally have an explanation for your symptoms, but also concerned and full of questions about the future. Questions like: What are the best ways to get your symptoms under control? Should you tell people at work? And-wait a minute-there can be good things about having ADD? In Adult ADD: A Guide for the Newly Diagnosed, an ADD specialist who has the disorder herself answers these questions and offers all the tools and information you need to process the diagnosis, learn about medications, and decide which treatments are the best options for you. This pocket guide also features a complete list of resources you can use to find support and tips for getting organized and living well with ADD.
Download or read book The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids with ADHD Anxiety and More written by Elaine Taylor-Klaus and published by Fair Winds Press. This book was released on 2020-07-28 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids is an honest guide on how to be an effective parent and when raising children with ADHD, anxiety, and other complex conditions--and how to guide them on a path to a healthy, happy, well-adjusted life. A wake-up call, a clear guide for action, and a message of inspiration, this book provides a reality-based recipe for how to do a masterful job of raising complex kids, while not making yourself (or your family) crazy in the process. ADHD parenting expert Elaine Taylor-Klaus, founder and CEO of ImpactADHD.com, will walk you through her proven coach-approachmethod, which shows all parents, in simple steps, how to identify challenge areas and how to use critical response toolsto parent simply, clearly, and effectively—for everyone’s benefit. It doesn’t much matter if your child has ADHD, or anxiety, or learning disabilities, or sensory processing, or ODD, or autism, or depression, or separation disorder—or celiac disease or food allergies, for that matter. All that really matters is this: your child is complex because there is a chronic medical condition (or several) that he, or she, or they need to learn to manage for themselves in order to be successful in life. A coach approach will help you communicate, collaborate, and guide your kids on their path to independence. Here are some of the challenge areas addressed inside, and the coach-approach method for working through them. Challenge: Feeling Like You've Tried Everything --> Coach-Approach: Letting Go Challenge: Fearing for the Future --> Coach-Approach: Parenting from Inspiration, Not Desperation Challenge: An Unhappy Home --> Coach-Approach: No One Gets to Be Wrong--The Benefits of Positivity Challenge: Overwhelm Is Keeping You Stuck --> Coach-Approach: Focusing on What's Most Important Once you learn the coach-approval model, it can be applied to any situation—in fact, the more you use it, the easier it all becomes. Constant battles don’t have to be part of your daily life. With The Essential Guide to Raising Complex Kids, you can (all) learn to thrive.
Download or read book ADHD written by Robert Duffy and published by BX.Plans Ltd.. This book was released on 2020-07-27 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does your child have frequent temper tantrums? Are they always fidgeting, running around screaming or falling over? Perhaps you teach a child like that. If so, the chances are they’re just being boisterous. But for five to ten per cent of children it isn’t that simple – these are the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). So, how can you tell the difference and what can you do about it? This book guides parents and teachers step-by-step through the action they need to take, giving the reader the answers to all the essential questions. Knowledge is the key. Finding out as much as you can is crucial. This book is their starting point.
