ADD and ADHD Neurodevelopmental Disorders Mental Health Health United Kingdom
ADD and ADHD Neurodevelopmental Disorders Mental Health Health United Kingdom
A spectrum of neurological disorders, increasingly recognised as affecting children, young people and adults, and manifesting themselves (very simplistically) as overactive behaviour/hyperactivity impulsive behaviour difficulty in paying attention The causes of ADD/ADHD appear (currently) to be a mixture of genetic and environmental factors (possibly including diet). Children who have suffered brain injury or illness may also exhibit similar symptomatic behaviours.
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ADDers.org - A national resource covering adult and child ADD/ADHD; includes information on the condition and relevant research, listings of local support groups and events, news and discussion forums.
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All About ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) - A booklet published by the Mental Health Foundation, available online, as a PDF to download, and in a print version. Covers definition, diagnosis and causes, medication and diet, and how sufferers can be helped.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is Underdiagnosed and Undertreated in Britain - A personal paper published in the British Medical Journal discusses the causes, diagnosis and treatment of ADHD; includes a commentary and reader responses.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - BBC Health summarises current knowledge about the condition and treatment strategies. Includes a listing of sources for further advice.
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The Behavioural Futures Group - Provides training and consulting solutions for professionals working with individuals with attentional, behavioural and learning problems. Includes a range of articles, a newsletter, and details of training workshops.
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Methylphenidate - An appraisal of medication (available as Ritalin or Equasym) as a treatment of ADHD, with guidance for its use; produced by NICE (the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence).
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ADDISS (The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service) - Registered charity providing information and resources about ADHD for parents, sufferers, teachers and health professionals. Details of their resources, conferences and training activities, and online bookstore.
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ADHD (Hyperactivity) - Information from the British Medical Association; includes definitions, explanations, with information on diagnosis, treatment and prognosis.
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Tinsley House Clinic - A private clinic specialising in the treatment of ADD, ADHD, dyslexia and dyspraxia; includes information about the conditions, services offered, and case studies. [Beaulieu, Hampshire]
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