In this episode, we discuss: What is ADD/ADHD? Is there a difference? 1:52Can you be diagnosed with both the inattention and hyperactivity subsets of ADHD? 4:27How long do you need to have these symptoms to be diagnosed with ADHD? 4:42If my child is showing symptoms at home, is that enough to be diagnosed with ADHD? 5:01Why do you need to have symptoms in multiple settings? 5:34What methods are used for screening patients with ADHD and why? 6:29Is ADHD my fault? Is it because of my parenting technique? Is it because my child is lazy? 7:06Do parents sometimes have undiagnosed ADHD as well? 8:21Do symptoms of ADHD apply to all activities? 9:00Can I get ADHD as an adult? 10:12How come I was never diagnosed with ADHD as a child if I likely had it? 11:52How does ADHD affect children in school? 12:33Is ADHD associated with any other mental health conditions? 13:06What is the treatment for ADHD? 14:14What are some behavioural strategies to try in ADHD? 15:20Should you try these strategies only at school/work, or at home as well? 15:20What medications are used for ADHD? 16:38How do these medications work? 17:27How effective are these medications? 17:40How do you know if the medications are working? 18:40Can you be on these medications long-term? 19:03Should I take these medications only when going to school/work? 19:34What are the side effects of these medications? 20:12What resources do you recommend for ADHD? 20:35CADDRA: https://www.caddra.caCADDAC: https://caddac.ca/adhd/Totally ADD: https://totallyadd.comEmail: [email protected]: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor’s appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor’s visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn’t mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.

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