Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are essentially interchangeable, stemming from the fact that the term ADD was replaced with ADHD in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders in 1994. Currently, the term can either mean ADHD, or one of three subtypes of that disorder. The hallmarks of the disorder are inattention, distractibility, disorganization, forgetfulness, and procrastination.
Recommended Resources
This web site provides information about Attention Deficit Disorder, specifically alternative treatment to ritalin; complete with an FAQ.
http://www.retrainthebrain.com/ADHD.html
This community of people with Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is made up of people who have problems with attention deficit in one way or another.
http://www.addforums.com/forums/
Offers articles, links, a national directory, telecasts, podcasts, news and more. Educate yourself on ADD and download resources.
http://www.addresources.org/
Features an online outreach program and support group for both adults and children living with ADD, and their families in the United Kingdom.
http://www.adders.org
The ADHD Resources web site provides comprehensive information and other resources for people living with attention deficit disorder, and their families.
http://www.attentiondeficitdisorder.ws/
Website offers an overview of adult ADHD, including its symptoms, treatment, history, and medications that can help.
http://www.adultadhd.net
Attention Deficit Disorder - A Natural Approach
Web site provides information about the link between diet and attention deficit disorder; complete with diet plans to try, as well as an FAQ.
http://healthysource.com/attentiondeficitdisorder.html
