ADHD and Other Disorders
ADHD commonly co-occurs with other disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, learning disabilities, tics, and substance abuse.
These disorders tend to run in families, tend to be inherited or have a genetic component, whether occurring separately or together. While it’s suspected that there might be a genetic link between ADHD and other comorbid disorders, it’s not yet scientifically proven.
Because of familial transmission and co-occurrence of ADHD and the above disorders, evaluation of ADHD should always include a detailed family history. Over 50% of children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD have a co-occurring disorder which also needs to be treated if treatment is to be successful.
Evaluation and treatment of ADHD should always be comprehensive. Simple rating scales and medication alone are not adequate for most people with ADHD.
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These disorders tend to run in families, tend to be inherited or have a genetic component, whether occurring separately or together. While it’s suspected that there might be a genetic link between ADHD and other comorbid disorders, it’s not yet scientifically proven.
Because of familial transmission and co-occurrence of ADHD and the above disorders, evaluation of ADHD should always include a detailed family history. Over 50% of children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD have a co-occurring disorder which also needs to be treated if treatment is to be successful.
Evaluation and treatment of ADHD should always be comprehensive. Simple rating scales and medication alone are not adequate for most people with ADHD.
Related Topics: Technorati Tags: ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, learning disabilities, mental health
2 Comments:
After finding out my depression, compulsive behaviors and my substance abuse when I was younger finaly was diagnosed an ADHD. Many things in my past and present were somewhat comforting and visible. Now I've an ESRD problem which involves dialysis and medications. I am lucky to be doing peritoneal dialysis however I have problems remembering to do or take certain things for my well being. This of course is one of the problems of ADHD. Any suggestions to help me keep everything right?
CSW
I have been on PD for 3 years, and never had problems with concentrating and forgetfulness like I have now. The way I have learned to cope is make lots of lists and keep them in a notebook that I can easily find, try to structure your life better, by simplyfying everything the best that you can, try not to get in stressful situations, try to keep a schedule and set simple goals that are attainable. I start my day off with prayer and Bible reading and this helps tremendously. Without it I am often confused and unfocused. I have had to adjust a lot, since previous to dialysis, I did not have problems with ADHD. I have learned, over time, not to condemn myself and try to make the most out of the things I can accomplish. I am a missionary to Mexico and manage to drive to Mexico (1200 miles from my home) every 2-3 months. Many times I go alone. I take my dialysis machine (cycler) and fluids, etc. with me. Once I get out of the house I do pretty well. Again, everything has to be simplified, so that I don't forget anything in genteral and especially with my treatment. It has been challenging, but overall, I feel like I'm doing great under the circumstances, knowing that the Lord has helped me tremendously! Vicky
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