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ADD / ADHD Fast Facts * |
5.2% of the world's 18 or younger population have ADD / ADHD.
Most ADD / ADHD children carry the disease ALL their adult lives.
4% of the U.S. adult population, or 8 million adults, have ADD / ADHD.
80% of U.S. adults with the disorder don't know they have it and don't receive treatment. |
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General ADD / ADHD Sites |
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Site of Amen Clinics, whose brain SPECT images show that ADD / ADHD is a legitimate disease that can be proven to affect the functioning of the brain. Has large library of 3-D rotating images of the brain. |
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Find local support groups, search for ADD/ADHD doctors, read the latest coping and research articles on the disorder, plus read about ADD in the news. |
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Non-profit group that provides education, advocacy and support for individuals with AD / HD. |
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Excellent overview of ADHD. Has medical criteria used to diagnose the disease, plus references to research studies, causes, treatment and ADHD down through history. |
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Info on disorder, signs and symptoms, treatment options plus find qualified mental health services in your area. |
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Read about the basics of ADD, research treatment options such as medication, learn coping skills plus alot more. |
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Provides science-based information about all aspects of attention-deficit / hyperactivity disorder. Learn about ADD symptoms, medication, educational and legal rights of children and adults with disease plus much more. |
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ADD / ADHD and Christians |
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Provides tips and tools on personal planning, organizing, treatment options and relationships for Christians who have this lifelong disease. |
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Forum dedicated to Christians with this disease. |
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Yahoo! groups discussing Christians and ADHD. |
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How can a Christian woman know if she has ADHD / ADD? |
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Links to home education resources and tools for those with a Christian belief system. |
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Girls and Women with ADD / ADHD |
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Discusses ADD symptoms in adults, with special focus on diagnosis and treatment of women with the disease. |
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Promotes awareness, advocacy, and research on AD/HD in women and girls. Site has news, articles and listing of professionals that work with women affected by this disorder. |
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Collection of frequently asked ADHD questions and ADHD tips. |
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ADD / ADHD Fast Facts * |
Alexander Graham Bell --- Winston Churchill --- Leonardo da Vinci --- Thomas Edison
Albert Einstein --- Benjamin Franklin --- John F. Kennedy --- Abraham Lincoln
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart --- Sir Issac Newton --- Babe Ruth --- Orville and Wilber Wright |
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General ADD / ADHD Sites |
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Lastest news on condition, how adults can find out if they have ADD plus treatment options for both children and adults. |
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Offers wide range of resources and articles for men, women and children with ADD. |
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Offers wide range of resources and articles for men, women and children with ADD. |
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Offers hundreds of expert-reviewed articles and resources for educators, parents, and others concerned about children and adults with learning disabilities and ADHD. |
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Brief, quick tips on helping children with ADD. |
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Learn more about this disease through live teleclasses, convenient audio classes and ADD Programs. |
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Blog discusses ADD awareness, events, support and other related topics. |
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Meet other local people dealing with ADD and ADHD. |
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Links to many informative ADHD-related materials on the Web. |
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Drug Maker ADD / ADHD Info Sites |
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Sponsored by Shire Pharmaceuticals, makers of the drug Adderall. |
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Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals, makers of the drug Ritalin. |
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Sponsored by McNeil Pharmaceuticals, makers of the drug Concerta. |
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Sponsored by Lilly, makers of the drug Strattera. |
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Girls and Women with ADD / ADHD |
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Provides answers to questions about ADD / ADHD for individuals from preschool age to their retirement years and for families. Site specializes in addressing the long-overlooked needs of women and girls with ADD. |
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Offers suggestions to provide relief of fibromyalgia /chronic fatigue syndrome. |
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How can a Christian woman know if she has ADHD / ADD? |
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ADD / ADHD and the Law |
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List of frequent questions and answers about U.S. workplace discrimination from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. |
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U.S.'s leading legal advocate for people with mental disabilities. Find advocacy resources in your state, links to ADD and legal resources on the Web plus news related to mental health laws. |
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Large selection of free articles on everything from legal rights of workers to wills and estates.
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Landmark U.S. law prohibiting employment discrimination. |
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Law that prohibits employment discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities. |
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Free service of the U.S. Office of Disability Employment Policy that provides consulting services designed to increase the employability of people with disabilities. |
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U.S. government agency that provides information about mental health via a toll-free telephone number and more than 600 publications. |
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ADD / ADHD Fast Facts * |
ADD / ADHD is the most common childhood psychiatric disorder.
North America's childhood rate of ADD / ADHD is 6.2%.
South America (11.8%) and Africa (8.5%) have the highest childhood disease rates.
The cost of ADD / ADHD in the U.S. (2000) was 31.6 billion dollars. |
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Discount / Free Drug Programs |
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Patient assistance program operated by Shire Pharmaceuticals, makers of Adderall. |
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Patient assistance program operated by GlaxoSmithKline, makers of Wellbutrin. |
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Patient assistance program operated by Novartis Pharmaceuticals, makers of the drug Ritalin. |
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A site sponsored by McNeil Pharmaceuticals (Concerta), GlaxoSmithKline (Wellbutrin) and other drug makers. |
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ADD / ADHD Books, Audio, Video, Software |
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Large selection of toys, software, personal organization helpers and more that addresses the special needs and challenges of those with ADD. |
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Resources on ADD such as Books, Videos, and Training Programs. |
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Purchase conference audios and videos on ADD or take teleclasses (telephone) discussing this disorder. |
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Software specifically designed for adults / teens with ADD to help them plan daily tasks and set goals.
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Recommended books dealing with childhood and adult mental health topics. |
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