ADHD and Your Child

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We Can Help You With Understanding ADHD

The diagnosis of ADHD can be as hard on the child as it is on the parent. That's why you can always count on Logan Pediatrics as a premier source for ADHD information. Read some of the questions below to get the answers you need for your child.
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FAQs About ADHD

What causes ADHD?
The exact cause of ADHD is not known, but some clinical studies show it may be genetic. Despite what many think, eating sugar, watching excessive television, and parenting styles do not seem to contribute to ADHD.

How many children have ADHD?
According to a national survey of parents from 2007, approximately 5.4 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD. About 3% to 7% of school-aged kids have ADHD.
 
How many children are treated for ADHD?
A full 2.7 million children between the ages of 4 and 17 have been treated with medicine, according to a 2007 national survey. Speak with us about treatment options for ADHD, which may include behavioral therapies and medications.
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Find the Support You and Your Child Need for ADHD

Turn to us for ADHD support, as well as community resources within your area. You can also find national support for ADHD.
 
Refer to the helpful links below.
 
www.CHADD.org - Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) offers support and education for those with ADHD
www.ADHDNews.com - This is a support community for parents and families looking for help
www.NIH.gov - The National Institute of Health (NIH), part of the US Department of Health and Human Services, provides online resources with great ADHD information
www.LDAnatl.org - The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LOA) offers support to people with learning disabilities, as well as their parents and teachers. The group was established in 1963
www.LD.org - The National Center for Learning Disabilities helps ensure children, teens, and adults with learning disabilities succeed in all aspects of life
www.CEC.sped.org - The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) helps with children's educational success when they suffer from a learning disability
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