ADD and Treatment
ADD and its treatment are frequently associated with problems at work, school or home. The psychiatric disorder can be difficult for doctors to diagnose and treat.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly used term for this psychiatric condition. Mental health experts diagnose ADHD with SPECT brain scans.
Symptoms of typical ADD include being easily distracted, forgetful and disorganized. The use of medications such as stimulants and antidepressants can aid in overcoming.
Limbic ADD
The most common form of ADD, also known as classic ADD or hyperactive-impulsive ADD, is characterized by inattention, a lack of organizational skills, difficulty staying on task, and trouble with memory. Brain scans reveal that those suffering from this type of ADD are able to maintain normal levels of activity during concentration and rest in the prefrontal cortex, but have decreased activity in their cerebellum and basal ganglia. These regions help to produce dopamine, which is a neurotransmitter that is responsible for motivation, calmness and concentration. This type has a shorter attention span, is easily distracted by sounds and other stimuli, and is unable to shift focus. They are unable to fall asleep, and often wake up in the middle of the night, battling anxiety. They are often overwhelmed by emotions and possess an impulsive personality, getting easily frustrated and easily angered.
Those with Ring of Fire ADD have all the core symptoms of classic ADD, but they also have trouble shifting their attention from thought to thought and from task to task. They are sensitive to light, sound and even touch. They talk too quickly and are indecisive. They can experience periods of agitation and fatigue, are quick to get angry, and get stuck on negative thoughts and guilty feelings.
Limbic ADD is often mistaken for depression, however it is different than depression because it has increased activity in the limbic part of the brain (the part that determines our mood and determines how happy or sad we are) and decreases activity in the prefrontal cortex at both at rest and during concentration. It is a condition which can be treated with supplements like L-tryptophan 5-HTP inositol, saffron, and saffron that increase concentration, alertness and mood as well as mental clarity; amino acid GABA to calm neural activity and stop nerve cells from firing too much or irregularly and liver support.
It is important to distinguish between ADD and mood disorders such as Bipolar Disorder, which can cause frustration, irritability, and poor self-esteem. The difference is that ADD with Limbic Symptoms is more prone to constant irritability and frustration over time, while Bipolar Disorder symptoms tend to manifest in waves.
Overfocused ADD
Overfocused ADD patients often get stuck in negative thoughts and behaviors that result in excessive worry. They exhibit rigid behavior patterns that are similar to the ones of people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), which is why it's often mistakenly diagnosed. People with OCD are often threatened emotionally when asked to shift their attention from one thing to another and may respond with an argumentative or hostile behavior.
These people tend to have a short fuse and their irritability stems from a persistent negative or low-grade sadness "glass half-empty syndrome" and frequent feelings of hopelessness and a sense of worthlessness. They may also struggle with memory problems, experience severe anger, and have a short fuse.
People who have hyper-focused ADD are not flexible when they have to change tasks, and could become highly captivated by their work or interests. They are prone to missing deadlines at work and forgetting appointments at home and they may not finish chores or school assignments. They can also be very resistant and angry when they are reprimanded or chastised by their parents or teacher.
Children who have overfocused ADD have a high degree of stubbornness and irritability, and may be susceptible to throwing a rage when their interests are not respected. They can be obsessive about specific toys, activities and video games. They may also have trouble communicating their feelings and are extremely sensitive to rejection or criticism.
This type of ADD is more prevalent among children, and can be difficult to identify. The majority of children don't understand that their problem is caused by their inability to switch their attention from one thing to another. It is essential to talk to an expert as these children are more likely to be misdiagnosed for ADD. This kind of ADD can be treated with dietary modifications, supplements, and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Some medications are prescribed, but this type of ADD can be difficult to treat with stimulant drugs, since they can raise a person's levels of hyperactivity. Functional neuroimaging can be used to differentiate between the seven kinds of ADD. psychological treatment for adhd is particularly useful in diagnosing hyperfocused ADD.
Anxious ADD
Many people with ADD experience high levels of anxiety. This is a comorbidity (having more than one disorder simultaneously) is common, impacting up to half of all people with ADD/ADHD. Stress and anxiety may resemble the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, and the wrong diagnosis can lead to ineffective treatment and more frustration.
Anxious ADD can cause problems at school, at work or in social situations. This type of ADD can lead to underachievement and feelings of unworthiness. People with anxiety ADD tend to avoid challenging tasks and activities because they think they'll fail.
They are also afraid of being judged and criticised. This is why they often hide their troubles from others. In some cases, these people are so anxious and stressed that they suffer from panic attacks. These panic attacks can be serious and life-threatening. They can cause a pounding of the heart sweating, difficulty breathing and difficulty breathing. Unlike Classic ADD, those with Anxious ADD are more active in their basal ganglia as well as the amygdala, which operate on an instinctual basis, and are able to prioritize safety. This can shut down the PFC and can make it difficult for those with this condition to concentrate.
If someone suffering from ADHD or ADD has anxiety, their symptoms are usually more difficult to manage than those of a person who doesn't have anxiety. This is because treatment programs for ADD/ADHD, that are designed to increase brain activity, can increase anxiety among those with anxiety-related ADD.
The psychiatrists at Amen Clinics employ functional neuroimaging techniques, such as SPECT scanning, to determine where in the brain there are low and/or high levels of activity. This helps them differentiate between the seven kinds of ADD and determine the best treatment for each person.
To determine if someone has ADD/ADHD psychiatrist takes a thorough medical history and performs physical examination. Additionally, he or she may ask questions about behavior and mood to determine the patient's overall performance. Sometimes, medication is used to treat ADHD and ADD. However, in many cases, patients require other therapies, including cognitive behavior therapy, exercise, nutrition, sleep strategies and desensitization. This can improve their ability to manage their emotions and improve their overall performance.
Temporal Lobe ADD
This kind of ADD affects the temporal lobe of the brain, which is responsible both for mood and memory. This kind of ADD is characterised by a problem learning and storage of information, mood instability and severe anger or aggression. They may also be suffering from sensory issues such as feeling deja vu when objects or shadows change form or hearing sounds that other people don't hear. They can be extremely sensitive and irritable, and often become overstimulated by certain things, such as computer screens or crowds.
This type of ADD is characterized by similar symptoms to Classic ADD. These include inattention spans that are short and disorganized. It also includes difficulty staying on task or following instructions. This type of ADD is not associated with excessive impulsivity or hyperactivity. This kind of ADD is more common in women. This kind of ADD is characterised by low levels of dopamine in the brain, which can cause feelings of low motivation or insufficient self-regulation. The symptoms can include sleep problems and feelings of anxiety or irritability.
In this instance, qEEG brain mapping scans of the brain reveal that individuals with over-focused ADD have normal activity in their anterior cingulate gyrus which is the brain's "gear shifter," but they are struggling to shift gears. They are not able to move from one thought or task to the next, and they are stuck in negative thought patterns and behaviors.
This is a type of ADD which means that people are highly motivated and hardworking, but they tend to get easily distracted by non-essential or unimportant tasks. They can lose track of their school work and their teachers or parents are often tired or ashamed of their behavior. They may have a difficult relationship with others because they are impulsive or reactive, and have difficulty dealing with multitasking or working with others. In certain situations, they could suffer from depression or anxiety. They are susceptible to panic attacks and susceptible to hallucinations. Medications are not usually advised for this kind of ADD, because it doesn't address the root cause of the symptoms.