Jason Newman - ADHD In Adults: Am I ADHD? Interactive Questions For ADHD Assessment: Learn If You Suffer From ADHD - Take This Assessment Test

ADHD In Adults: Am IADHD? InteractiveQuestions For ADHDAssessmentLearn If You Suffer From ADHD - Take This AssessmentTest By: Jason Newman TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHERS NOTES Disclaimer This publication is intended to provide helpful and informative material. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health problem or condition, nor is intended to replace the advice of a physician. No action should be taken solely on the contents of this book. Always consult your physician or qualified health-care professional on any matters regarding your health and before adopting any suggestions in this book or drawing inferences from it. The author and publisher specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, from the use or application of any contents of this book. Any and all product names referenced within this book are the trademarks of their respective owners.

None of these owners have sponsored, authorized, endorsed, or approved this book. Always read all information provided by the manufacturers product labels before using their products. The author and publisher are not responsible for claims made by manufacturers. Kindle Edition 2013 Manufactured in the United States of America DEDICATION This book is dedicated to Nathaniel and how much he was helpful in getting this book put together and to all my readers. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jason Newman grew up in a household that had individuals suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and as such developed a keen interest from an early age in ADHD/ADD. This persistence interest lead him to do intense research on the topic to fine workable processes that would help parents, caregivers and friends of an individual with ADHD/ADD manage their daily lives.

In college he studied psychology and also behavioral therapy and memory improvement among other courses. From the knowledge that he gained from his research and courses he was able to write a number of books on the subject. He has stated that the research that he has done has made him better able to assist his sibling; who was diagnosed with ADHD and also help him recognize ADHD/ADD traits in others. Jason experience with ADHD/ADD as allowed him to assist individuals with ADHD get the necessary treatment that they need. His work on memory improvement has also helped these individuals organize their daily activities so that they are able to function with effortlessness. Jason is aware that individuals who believe that they have ADHD/ADD find it a demanding thing to deal with and as such explains things as best as possible in this book and his advice can help both individuals diagnosed with ADHD/ADD as well as persons that have to deal with individuals diagnosed on a daily basis.

UNDERSTANDING ADHD (ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER) ADHD or ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) is a psychiatric disorder seen mainly in children with symptoms sometimes continuing to adulthood. ADHD comes with restlessness, impulsive action and impaired ability to learn due to lack of concentration. Symptoms of ADHD appear before seven years of age, and impact the school-aged children most. ADHD affects about 3 to 5 percent children globally, and seen more frequently in boys as compared to girls. ADHD is a chronic disorder, with most individuals diagnosed in childhood continuing to have symptoms to adulthood. ADHD in children can be confused with similar conditions like Asperger's Syndrome and Autism, where there is lacking social interaction, expression and symptoms of hyperactivity.

ADHD or similar diseases does not affect the physical growth, e.g. weight, height or does not cause any physical deformity. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ADHD Initial ADHD symptoms in childhood can appear with slow learning, hyperactivity, lack of attention, impulsive and disruptive behavior. With progressing age after childhood, symptoms of ADHD vary in different stages of life with a slow "improvement" in the learning skills. Adults can also have signs of ADHD; as a matter of fact, studies have shown that half the adults; who have been diagnosed with ADHD had carried the symptoms from their childhood into their adulthood, but symptoms of ADHD usually changes as the person enters into adulthood. For instance, instead of hyperactivity; present in childhood, the same person may well experience some degree of restlessness as an adult.

Adults with symptoms of ADHD, in addition may have interpersonal relationship problems which might include trouble at work. ADHD IN ADULTS Adults suffering with ADHD may have difficulty remembering information, following directions, organizing tasks, concentrating, or completing work within given time. If such difficulties are not managed appropriately, there can be associated vocational, emotional, behavioral, social and academic problems. Statistics of Adult ADHD: ADHD affects males more than females in childhood, but this ratio seems to become even by adulthood. ADHD affects approximately 3 to 10 percent of school-aged children. An estimated 60 percent amongst them will continue having symptoms to adulthood.

Common problems faced by Adult with ADHD The following problems may arise from ADHD: Impulsiveness Difficulty controlling anger Anxiety and depression Chronic boredom Chronic lateness and forgetfulness Employment problems Difficulty concentrating when reading Low frustration tolerance Mood swings Low self-esteem Procrastination (postpone work) Relationship problems, lack of social interaction Poor organization skills Substance abuse or addiction During schooling, adults with ADHD may have underperformed, faced frequent school disciplinary actions, had to repeat a grade or have often dropped from school. SOCIAL IMPAIRMENTS LINKED TO ADULT ADHD ADHD adults with are more likely to: Self-report psychological maladjustment Have a lower socioeconomic status Violate driving rules Smoke cigarettes, or use illegal substances more frequently ADHD VERSUS NORMAL ADHD symptoms are not very uncommon, and sometimes many 'normal' people experience symptoms similar to ADHD. A normal person at certain times can also be impulsive, hyperactive or can face lack of concentration, but if the symptoms are present continuously that is affecting the daily functioning, it is a condition of ADHD. Quite often bad or some shocking experience in the past of a normal person can affect the present and future, but ADHD is not the cause for such developments. As mood or anxiety disorders also present themselves with similar symptoms as ADHD, it gets difficult to diagnose ADHD in adults. In contrast to normal people, adults with ADHD might face more marital problems (or multiple marriages), and can have higher incidence of separation or divorce.

Much of the impairment associated with ADHD diminishes with time, and remission of the disorder can be mitigated with appropriate treatment. FACTS ABOUT ADHD There is no concrete evidence that can list the exact cause (or causes) that gives rise to such disorder, but there are certain facts that provide indications on its occurrence. Hereditary traits - ADHD can be a family illness or symptoms can present in genealogy. Altered brain anatomy and function - Brain scanning of people with ADHD shows difference in activity and certain structures of the brain. For example, an ADHD person might not have as much activity in the part of the brain that controls attention, as compared to a normal person. Exposure to toxins - Pregnant females who have used drugs, smoke or taken alcohol or exposed to environmental poisons like PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls) are at higher risk of giving birth to ADHD offspring(s).