Prognosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Prognosis for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: There is no "cure" for ADHD. Children with the disorder seldom outgrow it; however, some may find adaptive ways to accommodate the ADHD as they mature. (Source: excerpt from NINDS Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder Information Page: NINDS) ... Even though most people don't outgrow ADHD, people do learn to adapt and live fulfilling lives. (Source: excerpt from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: NIMH) ...see also Overview of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Complications:

Complications of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may include:

• Emotional disorders
• Anxiety (type of Neurosis)
• Depression
• Oppositional defiant disorder - a form of aggressive behavior.
• Conduct disorders
• more complications...»

See also complications of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Prognosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Discussion

As they grow up, with appropriate help from parents and clinicians, children with ADHD become better able to suppress their hyperactivity and to channel it into more socially acceptable behaviors, like physical exercise or fidgeting. And although we know that half of all children with ADHD will still show signs of the problem into adulthood, we also know that the medications and therapy that help children also work for adults.

All people with ADHD have natural talents and abilities that they can draw on to create fine lives and careers for themselves. In fact, many people with ADHD even feel that their patterns of behavior give them unique, often unrecognized, advantages. People with ADHD tend to be outgoing and ready for action. Because of their drive for excitement and stimulation, many become successful in business, sports, construction, and public speaking. Because of their ability to think about many things at once, many have won acclaim as artists and inventors. Many choose work that gives them freedom to move around and release excess energy. But some find ways to be effective in quieter, more sedentary careers. Sally, a computer programmer, found that she thinks best when she wears headphones to reduce distracting noises. Like Henry, some people strive to increase their organizational skills. Others who own their own business find it useful to hire support staff to provide day-to-day management. (Source: excerpt from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: NIMH)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Research More

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Introduction
• Symptoms: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Complications: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Treatments: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

About prognosis:

The 'prognosis' of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder usually refers to the likely outcome of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The prognosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may include the duration of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, chances of complications of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, probable outcomes, prospects for recovery, recovery period for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, survival rates, death rates, and other outcome possibilities in the overall prognosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Naturally, such forecast issues are by their nature unpredictable.

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