07/12/02 13:44:59 WM6sAGPl
>>881
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) (Mayo Clinic)
URLﾘﾝｸ(www.mayoclinic.com)
>Introduction
>
>Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic disorder that affects
>millions of American children, and it can persist into adulthood.
>
>Problems generally associated with ADHD include inattention, hyperactivity and
>impulsive behavior. They can affect nearly every aspect of life. Children and adults
>with ADHD often struggle with low self-esteem, troubled personal relationships and
>poor performance in school or at work.
>
>The best treatment for ADHD is a matter of debate. Currently, psychostimulant drugs
>are the most commonly prescribed medications for treating ADHD. But although
>these drugs can relieve many symptoms, they don't cure ADHD, and they can sometimes
>cause troubling side effects. Counseling, special accommodations in the classroom,
>and family and community support are other key parts of treatment.