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Adult ADD / ADHD Medication Use.
A television ad for Strattera, and adult ADHD medication, depicted a distracted man
forgetting his car keys, arriving late to appointments and
failing to complete work assignments on time. In the forefront
of many adults’ minds was, “Yeah, I can relate.”
Today more and more people look at the ADHD advertising aimed
toward adults and put the pieces of their distracted childhood
into perspective. And today, more and more adults flock
to the doctors office looking for adult Attention Deficit
Disorder medication.
In fact, according to data from one of the countries largest prescription benefit
manager, adult ADD medication use has doubled since the
year 2000.
Additionally, the Medco data also revealed the following;
_ Women between the ages of 20 and 44 lay claim to the fastest
growing segment of adult ADHD medication use, with use of prescription
adult ADD medication up 113
percent.
_ Adult ADHD medication use increased 104 percent for women
between the ages of 45 and 64.
_ Adult women outpaced men in adult ADD medication use in both age
categories.
_ Spending on adult ADHD medication drugs quadrupled.
According to IMS Health, a pharmaceutical information and
consulting firm, sales of ADHD medication soared from $759 million in
2000 to $3.1 billion in 2004. As drug makers continue to develop
adult Attention Deficit Disorder medications specifically geared
toward the adult population, the ADHD medication market could easily double.
Doctors currently treat about 1 percent of adults with ADD
medication, which
translates to nearly 1.5 million Americans aged 20 and older who
take adult Attention Deficit Disorder medication. These figures, as well as other studies,
dispel the earlier beliefs that children with ADHD typically outgrow
their ADD by adolescence. About 50 percent
of adults still have problems with Attention Deficit Disorder that affect their
present functioning. Many are staying on their
Attention Deficit Disorder medication beyond adolescence.
Attention Deficit Disorder, which is more commonly diagnosed in
children, has become a growing problem in the workplace. Chances
are, if you work in an office setting, you've spotted a few of
them. They may have symptoms that include fidgeting, difficulty
staying “on task” and missed deadlines. The ADHD adult might
seem uncomfortable at meetings that require sitting still for
extended periods of time. Their desks are often in disarray and
interrupting colleagues is a common annoyance.
According to a study conducted this year by the Harvard Medical
School, Attention Deficit can have a very significant economic
impact on employees. According to this study, household income
for high school graduates with ADHD is almost $11,000 less than
a person without ADHD. And college graduates who suffer from
ADHD have an income nearly $4,000 less than their counter parts.
Adequate treatment can greatly improve many facets of the ADHD
adult's life, including relationships, parenting skills, job
performance and even sex lives. That said, ADHD treatment does
not always include the use of adult ADD medication. Using
natural approaches to treat ADHD are highly suggested for adults
who have tried adult Attention Deficit Disorder medication to little satisfaction, adults
with a history of drug or alcohol abuse and adults who simply
want a more healthful and less damaging way of managing their
health.
If you or someone you love experiences problems with
impulsivity, disorganization, procrastination and hyperactivity
and other symptoms from the following list that significantly
impact daily life, seek out a treatment plan to alleviate the
problems. You won’t be sorry.
Below is an
adult symptom test with a
symptom list unique to the Attention Deficit Disorder adult. Test
yourself with this self symptom test, along with the
Attention Deficit Disorder symptom test
for children. This self symptom test is not a diagnostic test but
a source of information for the adult trying to determine if
Attention Deficit Disorder might be present in their adult life.
_ An internal sense of anxiety.
_ Impulsive spending habits.
_ Frequent distractions during sex.
_ Frequently misplace the car keys, your purse or wallet or
other day-to-day items.
_ Lack of attention to detail.
_ Family history of ADD, learning problems, mood disorders or
substance abuse problems.
_ Trouble following the proper channels or chain of commands.
_ An attitude of "read the directions when all else fails."
_ Frequent traffic violations.
_ Impulsive job changes.
_ Trouble maintaining an organized work and/or home environment.
_ Chronically late or always in a hurry.
_ Frequently overwhelmed by tasks of daily living.
_ Poor financial management and frequent late bills.
_ Procrastination.
_ Spending excessive time at work due to inefficiencies.
_ Inconsistent work performance.
_ Sense of underachievement.
_ Frequent mood swings.
_ Trouble sustaining friendships or intimate relationships.
_ A need to seek high stimulation activities.
_ Tendency toward exaggerated outbursts.
_ Transposing numbers, letters, words.
_ Tendency toward being argumentative.
_ Addictive personality toward food, alcohol, drugs, work and/or
gambling.
_ Tendency to worry needlessly and endlessly.
_ "Thin-skinned" - having quick or exaggerated responses to real
or imagined slights.
The Attention Deficit Disorder adult can
find help naturally without the side effects of adult ADD medication by incorporate diet, exercise and
lifestyle modifications.
Regular and vigorous exercise can be very
helpful for the Attention Deficit Disorder adult. To keep the
brain functioning at top performance, an
ADHD diet packed with brain
boosting essential fatty acids and amino acids is a must. The ADD adult can also meet these crucial
dietary requirements for Attention Deficit Disorder by taking a
high-quality
nutritional supplement to ensure that they are giving
the brain the fuel it needs to function properly.
An adult with Attention Deficit Disorder
might find it beneficial to enlist the help of a coach. A coach is
a close and trusted friend, co-worker or therapist whose specific
function is to help the Attention Deficit Disorder adult stay
organized, on track and focused while providing encouragement.
