Monday, April 23, 2012

Article Spotlight: An Introduction to ADD/ADHD



by Barbara Mulloy- Robbins


Title: An Introduction to ADD/ADHD by Regina Bussing, M.D. and John Grohol, Psy.D 
Website :PsychCentral.com
 Article Link:  http://psychcentral.com/disorders/adhd/

My thoughts...Is ADD/ADHD just an impossible behavioral disorder or is it much more than that? I would like to shine a light on this article, AnIntroduction to ADD/ADHD by Regina Bussing M.D. and John Grohol PsyD, which clears up some of the confusion and mystery in the past regarding what constitutes an authentic diagnosis of ADD/ADHD. 

It takes a look at what specific diagnostic criteria is used by trained health professionals to make the diagnosis. Some have the brain disorder, but others might just manifest undisciplined and oppositional behavior. Please read this article for a better understanding of the criteria used in diagnosing this disorder.