Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Note: This is a Article that was re-written from the web, for my content writing job. It's note-worthy to post this as a article over my blog, for it can create self-awareness of a disorder that has no symptoms, operation or scientific treatment.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) a condition that affects children and adults is an attention deficit disorder. As a genetically inherited mental disorder, the condition is diagnosed during early school years, and when not treated then can continue into teens and adulthood. ADD symptoms manifest in each child or adult differently, specific to their physical and social condition, when it interferes in victim’s ability to function sanely at school, work or home. While Children with this disorder have problems in paying attention or concentration, the adults are characterized with difficulty with time management, organizational skills and goal setting. They have also proven to have personal issues relating to relationships, self-esteem, and drug addictions.

Causes of Attention-deficit Disorder:
While Researchers are still study the brain for appropriate reasons, heredity, chemical imbalance, brain developmental changes and head injury are often reported as primary reasons to cause the Attention-deficit Disorder. Additionally Poor nutrition, infections, and substance abuse (including cigarette and alcohol use) during pregnancy may be other factors contributing to the disorder.
Symptoms in Children:
Impulsive: The child having difficulty waiting for his turn, interrupts to do an action without thinking ahead of the consequences.
Hyperactivity: With no patience to behave with mannerisms the Child relentlessly squirms and fidgets. Has problems playing quietly and talks excessively
Inattention: Easily distracted with imaginations the child finds it a challenge to follow directions or staying focused. Being forgetful about daily activities the lad often has problems in organizing tasks.

Symptoms in Adults:
Though dissimilar the behavioral symptoms in adults include low self esteem, anxiety, forgetfulness, impulsiveness, procrastination, mood swings, and depression. Employment and relationship problems are also evident among adults with HDAD.

Treatment for ADD:
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder cannot be Cured but certain stimulant medications can help control the disruptive symptoms of impulsiveness and hyperactivity. Certain anti-depressants also have proved to increase the attention span of the patient. These days the therapists deploy psychological behavioral adjustments, to better motivate and treat the disorder. Behavior modification specifically encourages the patient to harvest the good deeds and discourages any problem thought/action thus gradually diminishing unpleasant repulsive symptoms. Counseling, special education, social skills training and group workshops also influences the victim’s mind to better manage frustrations/emotions thus improving their self esteem and morale positively. Studies also suggest that Omega-3 supplements are also proven to be successful in treating this type of mental disorder.
It’s critical that Children with ADHD should seek professional help. If Left untreated, these illnesses can hold children hostage for life, for low-self esteem will interfere drastically in school, employment or relationship. Medically structured diagnosis and treatments, will help the child minimize his disorderly behavior and develop his core strengths, so for him to become a positive, productive, health citizen.