Scientists don't understand why Attention Deficit Disorder is increasing so quickly.
One reason may be that more and more people are living in congested, overcrowded situations.
A hundred years ago when most people lived on farms or in small towns with a lot of rural space...ADD ADHD wasn't even recognized by the medical community.
However, there may be something to the constant stimulation of modern life.
With its quick pace and technology...like... automobiles, microwaves, cell phones and computers, these devices can over-stimulate and stress out those who suffer from Attention Deficit Disorder.
Some scientists actually believe living in crowded cities causes changes to the human brain...and ADD ADHD is the result of those changes.
In any event, scientists DO know that there are more instances of Attention Deficit Disorder among people who live in overcrowded apartment buildings with no access to wide green areas or natural surroundings.
If possible, people with Attention Deficit Disorder should try to live in areas with natural green spaces, trees, and wilderness areas. Not in crowded cities where they have to deal with traffic, congestion, constant noise and commotion.
A team of researchers at the Human-Environment Research Laboratory at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign...is currently doing a lot of research about the effect of nature on Attention Deficit Disorder.
"We knew from our own studies and those of other scientists that in general, green is good...for ADD ADHD however, green is great," said Professor Frances E. Kuo, co-director of the laboratory.
Dr. Kuo and her team believe that there is something about being in nature that relaxes and renews the mind.
The paradox is that most people suffering from Attention Deficit Disorder prefer the stimulation of city life.
My children and I all have one thing in common...We all have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD ADHD)!... and we were all able to successfully cope with it...
Ron Rougeaux
© 2005 Ronald Rougeaux - http://www.Adult-Child-ADD-ADHD.com
World Renowned ADHD Expert Offers Free Teleclass
World renowned ADHD expert and author Sari Solden is offering a free teleclass for women with ADHD. Registered teleclass participants can call into this live class over the telephone or listen from anywhere in world over the internet.
Identifying Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in the Classroom: Eight Things Teachers Should
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the phrase that is used to describe children who have significant problems with high levels of distractibility or inattention, impulsiveness, and often with excessive motor activity levels. There may be deficits in attention and impulse control without hyperactivity being present.
10 Benefits of Having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
There is a common misconception in the world that having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is a bad thing. While the ADD-wired brain certainly presents some challenges, it also offers some incredible benefits.
Teacher Tips: Improving Consistency of ADHD Students Performance
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate themselves to our children! We know how difficult it can be working with ADHD children, so here are your teacher tips for the week, brought to you by the ADHD Information Library and ADDinSchool.com.
A New Affordable Therapy for ADD/ADHD
All the research over the past 40 years shows clearly that EEG biofeedback training (aka Neurofeedback or Neurotherapy training) is by far the most effective therapy for ADD/ADHD with a "cure" rate of 85% or greater.
Tips for High School Teachers with ADHD Students: Organizing Your Students
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate themselves to our children! We know how difficult it can be working with ADHD children, so here are your teacher tips for the week, brought to you by the ADHD Information Library and ADDinSchool.com.
9 Things that Doctors Say about ADD or ADHD
Attention deficiency disorder (ADD) or attention deficiency hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may not put a person's life in danger, but it can definitely affect his level of achievement and contentment. If you have reason to suspect that your child has ADD or ADHD, don't fool yourself into thinking that TLC can make this serious condition go away. It won't. Learn what doctors have to say about ADD or ADHD and know why you should have your child's condition treated immediately.
People with Attention Deficit Disorder
Today, we hear about the medical condition called Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD or ADHD), and wonder if our children might just be hyperactive.
Teacher Tips: Using Worksheets with ADHD Students
Thank you to all of our professional educators who dedicate themselves to our children! We know how difficult it can be working with ADHD children, so here are your teacher tips for the week, brought to you by the ADHD Information Library and ADDinSchool.com.
Find Out What Reading Comprehension, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and a Special Report Have in Common
In celebration of the newly launched website for the Center for Learning and Behavioral Solutions, the Center is offering a free downloadable report: "How to Avoid the Top 10 Parenting Mistakes When Your Child is Struggling in School" (http://www.centerforlearning.net).
Dexedrine, Cylert, and Adderall in the Treatment of ADHD
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School Issues: When Should an ADHD Child Be Held Back In School?
This can be a very complicated issue, so I don't mean to suggest that my comments here are the definitive thoughts on the subject. For a parent to even consider the issue, things have to be pretty problematic at school.
ADHD: A Dialogue With a Non-Believer, Part Five
Dear Sir,
It was with some interest that I read the article What You Should Know About Attention Deficit Disorder by Edward W. after having it handed to me by a member of our church.
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Examining Drugs for ADHD, Particularly Strattera
In memory of 14 year old Matthew Smith; 11 year old Stephanie Hall; and 10 year old Shaina Dunkle and other children who have died from the use of psychotropic drugs for "ADHD".The Eli Lilly company has been marketing a new drug for those who are labeled as ADHD known as Strattera.