ADD and ADHD Resources

ADD and ADHD Resources

ADD/ADHD symptoms often overlap and/or mimic many symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorders. And, truthfully, these two areas of neurological dysfunction can be difficult to distinguish between.

The more we understand, the more solid research done, the better we will be able to sort these differences out. Certainly, an inaccurate diagnosis can lead to treatment that not only doesn't help the child, but may even be detrimental!

Adding to this "confusion" is the fact that many children actually do have both diagnoses. As Parents Magazine reported in June 2000, Dr. Lucy Miller (one of the top researchers in sensory integration / sensory processing disorders) found in one study that "more than half of children suspected to have ADHD actually had sensory integration dysfunction or BOTH conditions."

Although I will be writing more of the similarities and differences between ADD/ADHD and Sensory Processing Disorders, I would like to offer you some of the most comprehensive and helpful information on ADD and ADHD out there.

I know it can be difficult to sort out, so educate yourself on both! Then work with your doctor, pediatrician, neurologist, and/or OT to decide what treatment will be most effective.

Just keep in mind, treatment for ADD/ADHD will often be prescription medicine, where as treatment for SPD will not. If the underlying condition is truly ADD/ADHD medicine will help. However, if it is SPD, medicine will not! "Bandaids" don't get rid of the underlying "infection", they just temporarily cover the "wound" up.

So, I encourage you to gather as much information as you can about Sensory Processing Disorders (through this site and the related resources I have given) and ADD/ADHD (through the resources listed below).

THEN, discuss both with teachers, OT's, pediatricians, and neurologists to decide how best to address and treat your child's symptoms.

Here are my valued partners regarding ADD/ADHD, to whom I am truly grateful...

Attention Deficit Disorder A - Z "Finally, after hundreds of hours of research, a comprehensive, complete, and accurate guide has been created to help you understand everything there is to know about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder�"

ADD to C3 Kids The all-natural, drug-free way for children, teens and adults to win against ADD and ADHD.

Sensory Processing Disorder vs. Attention Deficit Disorder A Brief Comparison of The Two "Look-Alike" Disorders, And How A Sensory Diet Can Help Both By: Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A.

ADHDParentsSupportGroup.Homestead.com Before putting YOUR child on ADHD medicine and accepting this diagnosis, you will want to check these other look-alike conditions out! Education is key. Don't settle for ONE doctor's opinion.

ADD-ADHD-Help-Center.com Information about treating Attention Deficit Disorder without the use of Ritalin or other ADHD medications

ADD, ADHD, and other special needs/learning disability booksA wide variety of books to help you access the best information on raising, loving, teaching, and caring for individuals with special needs and learning disabilities... includes books for kids!

The National Institute of Mental Health A detailed booklet that describes the symptoms, causes, and treatments, with information on getting help and coping.

ADHD News and Information A place to find ADHD news, message boards, medication information, resources and testimonials for families coping with ADHD.

ADDers.org Our objective is to promote awareness to AD/HD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and to provide information and as much free practical help as we can...

KidsHealth.org "Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood behavioral disorder, but it can be difficult to diagnose and even harder to understand ..."

HealingWell.com Community, information, and resources on diseases, disorders, and chronic illness.

CampMakeBelieveKids.com "Where kids learn to believe in themselves!"

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