By Stephanie Mojica
It is possible for someone to have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as well as bipolar disorder, but these are separate diagnoses, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Both mental illnesses are similar in that the brain is sometimes too active, which can lead to impulsive comments and actions. However, it is possible to treat both ADHD and bipolar disorder with medication ...
By Dennie Ho
Medical research regarding psychiatric conditions is more abundant for adult patients than children. Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is the exception. As a result, the demonstrated efficacy of medications in ADHD children has been the basis for adult ADHD prescribing practices. Only within the last 10 to 15 years has adult ADHD received the attention necessary to provide patients...
By Faith O.
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive disease, is a mental health disorder that alternates between symptoms of mania (extreme highs) and depression (extreme lows). The most common onset period for bipolar disease is adolescence and early adulthood. Very stressful situations as well as heredity are some suspected causes of the disease. It is not uncommon for the disease to be diagnosed...
By Cynthia Wren
The three main signs of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children is the same as in adults: hyperactivity, impulsiveness and inattention, with multiple symptoms within those categories. However, diagnosing children can be more difficult because many of the symptoms are present in all children. Additionally, there are other non-ADHD-related factors, such as a major life change or...
By Hannah Rice Myers
Autism is a developmental disability that is generally diagnosed in children when they are between ages 3 and 4. The symptoms can display themselves sooner, though, and if detected early enough, treatment can begin and the child's prognosis might improve. By the age of 1, a child should be able to communicate, interact, turn when his name is called and make eye contact. It should be noted...