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ADD and ADHD
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How do you tell if your child is just really, really rambunctious or if he has attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? (ADHD is also known as attention deficit disorder [ADD].)
The only way to know for sure is to have him examined by a trained mental health professional such as a school psychologist, child psychologist, or psychiatrist. This professional will conduct a full psychological assessment.
That said, here are some symptoms that you can look for.
ADHD Symptoms
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Steven Pavlakis MD Pediatric Neurology
Fellowship: Columbia University
March 15, 2008
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Just Like Mom
My nine year old daughter has ADD. So do I. She is not hyper but her attention wanders. In school she used to say she had to go to the bathroom to get out of class and wander the halls looking for people to talk to. When her third grade... read more
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