So in that case pepression becomes “primary” diagnosis and ADHD becomes “secondary” diagnosis. Other physicians will argue that treatment must be simultaneous, with treatment occurring at same time. Arguments for this method of treatment say that in order to have either condition under control, both must be under control.

We should also understand that medication is often used to help normalize brain activity, as prescribed by a physician. Stimulant medications, like Ritalin, Dexedrine and Adderall are commonly used because they have been shown to be most effective for most people with ADHD. However, many other medications may also be used at discretion of physician.

Not just medication, but behavior therapy and cognitive therapy are also often helpful to modify certain behaviors and to deal with emotional effects of ADHD. Many adults also benefit from working with an ADHD coach to help manage problem behaviors and develop coping skills, such as improving organizational skills and improving productivity. Moreover, role of parents cannot be underestimated in either case.

As it is one of most common and deadly diseases, so it is recognized as a disability under federal legislation (the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Americans With Disabilities Act; and Individuals With Disabilities Education Act). Appropriate and reasonable accommodations are sometimes made at school for children with ADHD, and in workplace for adults with ADHD, which help individual to work more efficiently and productively. The idea is to make them feel comfortable as they are already challenged as a human being we should help and respect them.

It is also believed that psychology does nothing to treat or even to address real ADHD symptoms. Usually psychologist and counselor help you and your child live with and accept condition. So everybody, including doctors, agree that current state-of-the-art treatment for ADHD does nothing really to treat actual disorder. Some experts recommend that all individuals receiving a diagnosis of ADHD should also have a complete and thorough psychological evaluation to determine presence (or absence) of any co-existing disorders. Once this has been completed, a treatment team, sometimes consisting of family physician, psychologist and psychiatrist, can work together to create a treatment plan geared specifically for that individual.

Update: New research is appearing now that's showing link between consumption of food additives by children -- especially food colorings -- and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. Read more about this at addgabriele.com/newresearch.html

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