In today’s society, attention deficit and hyperactivity are widespread symptoms, if not diagnoses, that afflict many kids, teens, and adults. In addition, it is getting more and harder to control our mental attention and determination due to the demands, diversions, and effects of contemporary technology, video games, and social media.
Seeking integrative medical support, such as advice and recommendations regarding lifestyle changes, diet, stress management, and herbal or nutriceutical supplementation, can unquestionably mean the difference between struggling to keep up and thriving. While medications frequently can be helpful, they occasionally fall short of their promise.
Call our office right now if you or someone you care about is dealing with ADD to take the first step towards directing that energy into a fruitful, fulfilling future.
ADD: What is it?
Symptoms of inattention, distractability, and poor working memory are often referred to as ADD symptoms.
There might be signs of:
- Not paying attention when spoken to, having trouble focusing, not paying attention to details, or making thoughtless mistakes with, say, schoolwork;
- Difficulties planning activities and tasks;
- Avoidance of, aversion to, or unwillingness to begin tasks requiring sustained mental effort;
- Being quickly distracted by sounds or other stimuli; having trouble remembering simple tasks;
- The inability to wait one’s turn; excessive talking; blurting out responses before inquiries have been fully answered;
- Interrupting and intruding on others’ discussions and/or activities; fidgeting with one’s hands or feet or shifting in one’s seat;