Could someone with high IQ + high achievements to be afflicted with ADHD / ADD? If yes, what would be the telltale signs clinicians look for?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Yes of course he/she can. In fact having a high IQ will delay the diagnosis as the person would find ways to deal with their ADD without affecting their life. Once they enter university
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Is there in Lebanon any ADHD medications other than Ritalin, Strattera and Concerta? I mean if someone with severe ADD and didn't benefit from either of these.
Dr. Ivana Dabaj,
Pediatric Neurology
- these are the current medications for ADHD not only in Lebanon but also in France and Belgium and as far as I know in USA. if it is a secondary ADD or ADHD the medications can be a bit usefull but not... Read More
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Does cognotive behavioral therapy really help people suffering from adhd and anxiety ?? And how much does a session cost on average ??
Dr. Nada Awada,
Family Medicine
- cognitive behavioral therapy is important in treating anxiety disorders and it was recently found useful in treating ADHD.
Cognitive therapy examines how negative thoughts, contribute to anxiety b... Read More
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I'm unable to concentrate, I'm not getting distracted but I feel something is blocking my brain. I also have a bad memory.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The possible causes for poor memory and inability to concentrate are wide and many. As such you need to be directly evaluated by a physician who should obtain extensive history (in an attempt to ident... Read More
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What is the difference between ADD and ADHD?
Dr. Ivana Dabaj,
Pediatric Neurology
- ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder while ADD is without hyperactivity. Therefore as the name indicates the "hyperactivity" is the difference.
According to DSM iv we can talk a... Read More
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What are the main symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)?
2 Answers
Dr. Jean Esso,
Anesthesiology
- Some of the most common symptoms of ADD include trouble maintaining attention to details, making what appear to be careless mistakes in work product or schoolwork, trouble sustaining attention to task... Read More
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What are the side effects of ADHD medication?
Dr. Ivana Dabaj,
Pediatric Neurology
- There are different drugs with different side effects. They all can decrease appetite and some may cause abdominal pain, head ache, hypertension. The side effects vary from drug to drug. If you have q... Read More
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Are there any natural remedies for Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D) ?
2 Answers
Dr. Ivana Dabaj,
Pediatric Neurology
- In ADD as in ADHD you can start by neuropsychological evaluation and therapy (done by a pediatric psychologist) who will be doing a reeducation. This works in some kids but if it doesn't you have... Read More
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Is there any efficient natural way to deal with ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) without relying on medications (given their undesired side effects)?
Dr. Ivana Dabaj,
Pediatric Neurology
- You can start by neuropsychological evaluation and therapy (with a pediatric psychologist) who will be doing a reeducation. This works in some kids but if it doesn't you have to give medications.... Read More
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