Adult attention-deficit disorder

Adult attention deficit disorder (AADD) is the common terminology for the psychiatric condition currently known as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), also known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), when it occurs in adulthood. Although the exact prevalence in adults is unknown, epidemiologic studies thus far reveal that the condition, marked by inattentiveness, difficulty getting work done, procrastination, or organization problems, probably exists in about 2-4% of adults. The condition persists to adulthood in about half of children diagnosed with the disorder.

Sources

Books

• Amen, Dr. Daniel G., Healing ADD: The Breakthrough Program That Allows You to See and Heal the Six Types of ADD
• Hallowell, Edward M, and Ratey, John J. Driven To Distraction : Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood
• Hallowell, Edward M, and Ratey, John J., Answers to Distraction
• Hartmann, Thom, Attention Deficit Disorder: A New Perspective
• Lawlis, Frank, The ADD Answer

Websites

• AmenClinic.com includes Online ADD test, ADD/ADHD info, discussion forums and links
• Brainplace.com features SPECT imaging to show the brain and the areas that are affected by ADD/ADHD
• National Mental Health association, AADD webspage
• Adult Attention Deficit Disorder website with links
• Helpguide: ADHD or ADD: Signs, Symptoms, and Subtypes
• Hallowell Center founded by Dr. Edward M. Hallowell
• An attendee's notes from Dr. Edward M. Hallowell's Workshop held in March 2003