What Is The Difference Between ADD And ADHD? (Dr Richard Abbey)

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Do you or your child struggle to concentrate or pay attention? Comment down below👇🏼

[@Poussum]

I do

[@goofball2228]

I do

[@hoseacrumpleriv5784]

I do

[@Deetrim]

At the age of 4 I was diagnosed with OCD and put on medication. Being on an SSRI my entire life I never seeked help because as an adult I didn’t have time. After my dads passing 11 months ago I started therapy weekly.. I went in for grief which lead into conversation about myself and my life.. 1 year of sticking to therapy and using an actual psychologist I was diagnosed with ADD and a personality disorder.. 29 years thinking this was just how it was going to be and now I’m living a brand new life and actually coping. To anybody who actually read this please invest in your mental health it’s so worth it and so are you 💗

[@soyla_mimi1]

Amen 🙏🏻

[@sreanmiamor8787]

This video makes me cry cause here I am 36yr old and I couldn’t never understand why I didn’t like school ,why I was never interested in doing the work ,why could I never stay focus , and why my mind always wonder off . It would be days I would cry cause I wanted to focus but the other half of my brain wasn’t interested and it always won over all the thinking of wondering off .. It’s make me so sad and frustrating when you have no one to understand you and what you going through 🥲 . I’m still battling this and now I know why . I’m so glad I came across this video .

[@luv.matters]

Me too 😩

[@ilovemarvel1761]

And I thought it was sad that I was diagnosed with adhd in 6th grade… damn

[@drevinatorslaw7356]

Dx came at 44 for me. I had been told by doctors I was probably ADD before but I dismissed it. I didn’t spend much time feeling sad because I have kids to raise (both ADD) so I hyperfocused on learning all I could and never looked back! I realized we just have to find ways to work with ourselves instead of trying to fit in to a neurotypical space! How freeing! Not gonna lie, meds definitely help LOL! Still tough because the world is built for NT folks, but there are plenty of ways to thrive and keep working on neuroplasticity in the meantime. 😁

[@vickyandersen8660]

I think my daughter has something.... she can't focus in school and she's always telling me "mommy I tried my best in school andi tried to listen but I couldn't and the teacher gives the other kids a coyote cash (it's like money in the class)" it makes me want to cry...

[@alicebickley527]

god please! that’s me it’s so annoying how i can’t focus i was in the middle of a bloody GCSE and i could even focus on that and accidentally daydreamed for a solid 5 mins w out even realising! i’m sooo unorganised i can never stick to one task i forget everything and i’m starting to think i have ADD.. everyone with ADD like u has similar experiences to me ! this is starting to make a lot of sense

[@D_Mans_Productions_Channel]

I'm a teenager with ADD. The Inattentive type reminds me of how I usually always behave. This is really fascinating!

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Thank you for your comment. Let me know if you have any requests or ways in which I can help!

[@D_Mans_Productions_Channel]

@@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic definately! Thank you!

[@tradeoff7832]

Same

[@bakedhoetato._.7703]

i had the hyperactivity type when i was a kid and my teachers hated me lol but now its just mainly inattentive type cuz i dont like making a scene and im more aware of my actions

[@D_Mans_Productions_Channel]

@@bakedhoetato._.7703 oh wow!

[@dream__soda7900]

As a kid in school I got diagnosed with ADD. I never thought I was strange. But as I think back now, what you’re saying does make sense. I remember reading books or playing games was fun and I loved paying my attention to them. But being class I’d rest my chin on my hand and slowly the boring lecture would fade away and I’d be thinking about a show or a book I wanted to read.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

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[@mouses_HK]

that's also what I go through, but I feel like it's just really me being lazy... cuz I don't show some of the symptoms as stated in the video but what you said exactly sums up every single day for me at school. I hope I can get it checked out soon to really know

[@clairezachman4923]

I struggle with inattentive add, but I have gotten better about dealing with it over the years. Two of my hardest things to deal with is paying attention to things I'm not fully interested in, and doing anything with a huge group of numbers/letters. When I look at those things I get overwhelmed, also my brain will eliminate or switch things a lot. I think that's why I like art so much, it's just shapes and colors.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Yes Claire, the majority of clients I see struggle with that very thing so much! Having trouble paying attention to things that aren’t intrinsically interesting is one of the hallmarks of ADHD. Unfortunately, our society has not figured out ways to accommodate for this. There are ways to improve this by strengthening your brain. Art is a great choice! I’m happy to see you found something you love to do!

[@freedomcakes]

Me too, I’m a professional artist, I wonder if it’s common for ADD people to gravitate towards artsy hobbies/occupations

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

@@freedomcakes Hi Annette, yes, it is very common for those with ADD to gravitate to these types of occupations and hobbies

[@katrecemiller8325]

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[@katrecemiller8325]

@@freedomcakes It’s just 7 days and the outbreaks are well treated and unseen. Thank you so much #Autism #Cancer #Herpes for curing my HSV 1&2 completely. 🌱kzbin.info/door/_YFEEZEr1BxGkNg1d4vqww 💙🍀🇺🇸

[@khimonet5927]

My cousin said I don’t have it because I’m not hyper🙄 but if she actually knew what goes on in the day of my life she’s rethink because it’s hard.

[@mamashanshan2772]

Most ones that are ADD/ ADHD, are also very artistic!! It is calming! I did well in school, however, very sociable! 😃 I’m 59 now, back in the day they called it “ very talkative “, busy”, etc! I always ended up with some others in the front of the classroom! I just think, feel, there’s a lot of medicine treatments, which not against, depending on level also I’m sure. I’m grateful I have extra energy, sometimes however, my brain goes faster now than my body!

[@aleciavasquez3677]

As a college student who struggles with this I greatly appreciate this talk. I also found it fascinating when you mentioned the age 12 I saw myself drop from being a 3.9-4.0 gpa student in 7th and 8th grade and through most of school prior, (right when I hit that age range) to a just under 3.0 student once I hit high school. After years of feeling so discouraged and self deprecating I found this so helpful in understanding my brain better and helping get back to the student I used to be now that I’m in college.

[@katrecemiller8325]

It’s just 7 days and the outbreaks are well treated and unseen. Thank you so much #Autism #Cancer #Herpes for curing my HSV 1&2 completely. 🌱kzbin.info/door/_YFEEZEr1BxGkNg1d4vqww 💙🍀🇺🇸

[@elizabethsorola2201]

Hi I'm 46 years old and I been living with ADD since i was Little and every time i would hear people arguing I would cover my Ears and eyes and would hide in the closet, when I became an adult I realized I still had it because I was married to an abusive husband and when he would scream at me I would run to the closet and hide, I don't like medicine so I control this condition with Positive prayers and exercising A lot. When in a group conversation I day dream a lot because many Negative conversations don't interest me at all. Negative talk or behavior will Only keep me isolated.

[@thepinkflamingostrikesagai7319]

I knew I had ADD in school because every time I try it would take me hours to do my homework and I would have to read things two or three times to even get a little bit of understanding from it; because in my mind I would just drift off daydreaming. I have to make up mnemonic memory tricks in order to remember people's names and who they are. If you're gone out of my sight like for a day or two I wouldn't even remember your name or your face. I was in Walmart one time and my daughter came up to me as I was looking at some thread and she was just staring at me. I said oh I'm sorry you need to get to the thread? I started walking down the aisle looking at other things. She came up behind me looking hard at me and I was like why is this girl looking at me she's being weird. Then she said MOM really! Why are you walking away from me so fast? Then it was like a light clicked on and I realized it was my daughter. I haven't seen her in 3 days.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Thank you for sharing your experience, I’m sure others can relate!

[@andrewrothenberg3497]

Some teachers should not be allowed to be around kids.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

@@andrewrothenberg3497 I have had teachers of my client’s literally tell me they don’t believe in ADHD, claim the student is lazy, and refuse to learn what they can do to help. This makes me very sad. I agree that these types of teachers should not be allowed to teach people with ADHD, and should be required to update their knowledge and teaching skills. Unfortunately, we live in an unfriendly ADHD world. My team and I are working to change that and work diligently every day to change this! Please share your story Andrew and anyone else who has had a similar situation. It would also be nice to hear about those AMAZING teachers that do understand and are working hard to help and make this a friendlier ADHD world. Together, we can do this!

[@emmarose6590]

Same. In college I would read a chapter of school and then switch each chapter between school and pleasure reading. If I kept my brain moving between school and fun reading it challenged me and kept my attention

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

@@emmarose6590 what a great idea!

[@leizygatos7139]

I haven’t been diagnosed but im pretty sure I have it. If I look back at my childhood I can recall time in elementary school where I had extremely hard time doing homework/studying for tests, staying focused. I was never good at school. Whenever I will say “I feel stupid” my mother will tell me “you are very smart, but you may not be good at studying”. Which was nice, but that became my motto lol and I remember telling myself, i’m smart, but I’m not good at studying, so why try. When I had to do my act/sat in high school I went for act because I knew I would most definitely not be able to stay focus for that long. It took forever to do one question, and there was no way I could get through even half of the questions. With act, you can guess the answers and you won’t lose a point, but sat will. I remember at the end of the test, I just marked random answers, and I got a decent outcome. I got into college, I even finished. I really don’t know how I was able to finish college…… I spent hours cheating (not on tests but the system) instead of actually studying for those subjects because I knew I would not be able to actually get decent grades. So instead of grasping information, I would try to memorize answers (which often failed at), or instead of coming up with my own opinion/thoughts, I would go ask around, look online to get a general idea to compose my essays. I would not copy word for word, but I really don’t think college helped me with education. I never leaned the best way for me to learn. I wish I knew about adhd earlier so I could have helped myself learn/be more productive…. I’m still figuring it out…… I’m currently trying to figure out. Even though I graduated, and found a job, and going on with my life, I don’t think I am fulfilled with my life due to the way I manage things. My desire is to be a productive, motivated, accomplished individual, not just getting by with life….. I need to turn things around, relearn about myself, how I work, how I function best in order to get the best out of life.

[@laurengomez3320]

My father as ADHD, my oldest sister, younger brother, and I have it. However it skipped my other sister. My mother has bipolar tendencies, and my sister with no ADHD has them. It’s so interesting how genetics play a factor in us.

[@poppingcat8180]

I have ADD, this actually makes me feel SO much better. I have inattentive ADD so I obviously have absolutely terrible grades and I have been called lazy by all my friends and plus I didn’t really exactly know what it meant to have inattentive ADD. Now I know it’s not my fault and now I don’t have to feel bad :3

[@goofball2228]

I have ADHD for sure. I not only can’t focus and always get distracted, but I also act impulsively and I’m super hyperactive.

[@Buttons_Commentary]

This was so wild to come across, whew such an eye opener to my childhood and even now in my mid 30’s. I didn’t get diagnosed with ADHD until 2020 and I was so relieved when she told me and I cried because it explained everything that I’ve been trying to tell people is going on with me, no one would ever listen. But, I have picked up guitar and it’s taking some time but BRAIN TRAINING is my thing❤️

[@paige_judah5538]

Wow, this choked me up because for years I've been brushed off from my son's teachers/pediatrician about my concerns with his mental health. Finally, at age 10 he was diagnosed with ADD. Before then he struggled mightily in school, with his motor skills, comprehension, social interaction, anxiety........... It's stressful trying to explain to ppl that not everyone is the same/norm. He's great with his hands so I convinced him to choose between music or a computer course as his elective in school.

[@The1stPurpleCat]

Thank you for saying facts. I was scared it was another outdated one that says “ADHD and ADD are two different things that don’t overlap”. I have somewhat between Combined and Inattentive types, but I wasn’t inattentive enough to get diagnosed with ADD and they didn’t consider ADHD the same thing as ADD. I am struggling so so much because I wasn’t diagnosed because I was “too smart” to have ADHD. I mask too well but it’s slowly killing me. I am so tired. Those people who were supposed to help me with diagnoses were outdated. I was scared you’d help them and others continue to be outdated. But if you taught them, they’d actually be able to have helped me. Thank you for telling facts instead of spreading lies. I hope one day everyone can understand this and maybe understand people with ADHD better and give them some grace.

[@DreamaBradly]

❤❤ Oh my God, that's me.That's been made the whole time.I'm 60 years old.My name is dreama

[@levi_octavian]

I have inattentive ADD mixed with High functioning autism and everything described is painfully true. For uninteresting things. I can literally remember the date for a Comic-Con convention 2 years down the road but literally can’t remember and barely follow more than two step directions without it written down. Plus misplacing my house keys are common as well. It’s frustrating how my brain only seems to work properly if it’s of importance to me only. Even when I do try my best. It also ruins my interests. ADD makes me so picky with shows and animes because if it does not hook me the 2nd 3rd episode I will not watch it. So it’s hard to find something new to watch and enjoy. Genuinely curious if anyone else in the comments has similar issues.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Levi, I can tell you that you did a fantastic job describing so many people I work with. Hang tough, there are many solutions, and will be posting more videos that I hope will be helpful to you.

[@janelle009]

Me too!!!! I am 33 and my 8 year old has to re-explain the rules to monopoly as we play. It drives her nuts but I can't help it. I don't like board games so maybe that's why. I do however know things about bands and all kinds of random stuff to where our kids Dad calls it "Janelle Trivia" LOL I was diagnosed ADHD and OCD but as an adult have realized it's very possible I am also on the spectrum. I can't hold still, I rock, I can't give eye contact unless I really know you and even then It gives me anxiety etc but I may never truly know. So I am trying to learn more and more since as a Mother its my duty that I understand and am knowledgeable.

[@janelle009]

I'm the same way with books, movies and shows. In fact, I cannot sit through most movies. It's rare I sit through a movie and if I do, I'm usually locked in my own head unless it really grabs me. I feel so bad being that way and feeling I'm often "faking" at times. My parents were very good about counseling and finally medication but once we moved and they divorced that ended and I've been on my own since. I had it in my head that because I'm 33 and not in school, I don't need medication nor help when in fact thats so wrong because I am a parent. The things I do or lack of my full attention can cause her problems and that is something I don't want. Although only diagnosed ADHD (and OCD although after age 15 I haven't noticed much issue there, at least NOTHING like childhood) I have many traits for the spectrum described above but could be the ADHD, I am just not sure as I'm just now truly looking into autism & spectrum disorders. I was on a low dose time release Adderall and I had zero issues. I became a better version of me. However I don't feel medication is always the answer of course. And once we moved to a different state they immediately wanted to move me to all types of different ADHD meds at higher doses and I wasn't me. I would have bouts of anger, lack of sleep etc. So I quit taking them and here I am 15 years later 😛

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Levi, I can tell you that countless people feel the same way you do and have similar experiences. Hang in there! I hope you find something that helps you! I will continue to make videos that I hope you will not only relate to but also will be helpful in reducing your pain and frustrations!

[@trmp9923]

This is why I'm broke without a career... I can only pay attention to things that I feel passionate about :/ like I can dive deeeeep but if something feels difficult or uninteresting I'm like meh, to hell with it.... Yeah and the autism.. people expect you to have friends and to be extroverted...

[@xitlali4832]

I noticed when my daughter was about 3 , she’s very intelligent but struggles to stay focus on the subject that aren’t interesting . When it comes to art she can stay focused for hours.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Yes, having trouble focusing on things that aren’t intrinsically interesting may be signs of an attention regulation problem or ADD/ADHD. It’s more challenging to detect in girls because they tend to not be disruptive. However, if she does have challenges focusing, it would be important to seek the help of a professional, since their are many treatment options in lung drug free ADHD treatment such as brain training and neurofeedback.

[@nutech1810]

I went high protein, moderate fat and low carb... and I lift daily. It's helped control ADHD without meds

[@twoblackbots1532]

You know what I found that as well I stay away from junk food and high carbs and I seem to be a lot better

[@linkintalent]

I have a learning disability in communication but got diagnosed 25 years ago when ADHD wasn't that known. The learning disability comes from not wanting to do stuff I wasn't interested in and would try to do things on my own without help (because I'm stubborn). I only learned that I have ADHD when I couldn't focus on a conversation and hyperfocusing on a task.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Stephen, thank your for your comments. I think it’s very important for people to share their experiences so that others know they are not alone.

[@pibly7784]

Great video. 👍 I’m 56 and have gotten fired from many jobs due to careless mistakes I didn’t even realize I was making which resulted in me believing I was just not smart enough . Back in the 90’s , I went to a psychologist who at that time simply told me there was only a checklist for what back then was only called ADD. I tried Wellbutrin for a while but it did nothing and I just abandoned looking into it anymore. Plus- when you don’t have insurance- because you can’t keep a job- you can’t go see the specialist you need to. Now, learning about brain training and neuroplasticity has given me new hope.

[@OkieOrganix]

The more we learn and understand the more we will be able to help people with mental challenges. Although, I think a large barrier we need to overcome to reach real breakthroughs with people is stop looking at mental issues through a scope of how can I fix this person to make them “normal” like me in treatment after diagnosis. Break down that wall of perspective and we’ll finally start making real medical progress in this area some day.

[@karend.9218]

The interesting comment about twins, made me think. I have never met siblings who like the same foods. Food selection could also factor into their focus issues. That’s a nurture thing as it’s environment but causes genes to express or not.

[@elkevantuijl7362]

I have ADD and I never liked school. After the teacher explained the assignment everyone started immediately and I always felt like "yeah whatever, this is difficult and boring, can I go now? Or can I at least do this at home where I feel comfortable (read: where I can get distracted and do lots of other, more important stuff so I have the possibility to totally forget the assignment)". Although my grades in high school were super bad all the time, I managed to graduate without delay (this really felt like a victory). I thought I wasn't smart enough so I didn't wanted to go study. Eventually I did and I graduated cum laude bachelors degree, because this was where my interest lies. Who's laughing now haha!

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Awesome, way to stick with it!!

[@mariedyer3704]

I was born in 1955. Reason for saying that is ADD(H) was never heard of. During my grade school years everything became extremely difficult. I failed 2nd, 6th and 9th grade. Shortly after summer vacation and returning back to repeat 9th grade I was expelled! The reason behind that was because, I think, my behavior! During my whole upbringing was very depressing. I became extremely "rebellious", "very defiant" and "uncommon"! Words of parents and siblings! A queen of drama was the only thrown I sat in! Getting a C- or a D+ was the best I could do. For me that was fine. My sister was a straight A student. I have 2 older brothers. All 4 of us had a bad upbringing. All I can remember about their school years is skipping school and / or running away from home! They had the guts that I was very envious of! All three of them are 3-5 years older than me. Trying to remember the 2 older brothers school days are a bit hard to remember but they always got in trouble, a lot! Always told by teachers, "here comes another (last name)" Being made fun of because of the difficulty I had in comprehending was very hard to deal with. Trying to express or explain myself to others that I just didn't understand! "If she can do it so can you"! Famous words! Back then being called fat, stupid and ugly or restarted was all I knew about me. My life was very uncommon, so I've been old. I have seen many psychologists and they all say the same thing, "you are very strong woman"! A fighter"! "You just won't give up, will you"? No, I don't! Nor will I ever give in! I didn't even know about ADD or that there could be a reason other than that above until 6 yrs ago! And the years in between were traumatic! (Another word Dr.'s have used). I don't know if I've given any justification to this topic, using words to describe things is also not one of my better parts. But hopefully, I made a little sense. I enjoyed your channel! I need more so I will return! God Bless Thank you for reading! Marie Dyer

[@araratqarachatani3806]

I am 50 years and I am MD physician. Today I knew that I have being suffering from ADHD. My son has also and he is 21 years. I am reaching out to you for treatment.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Please call us at 650-614-0014 and we will set everything up for you!

[@clairewalter9291]

No, educators continue using the most respectful term “ADD.” Only clinicians use ADHD Primarily Inattentive. People who work with kids on a daily basis and teach them to self-advocate know that is not fair to saddle people with “hyperactivity” if that is not something they struggle with.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Exactly Claire. Thank you for your comment. ADHD is misleading for many, and even prevents people from seeking help because they aren’t hyperactive. It’s very unfortunate for sure. Labels are only helpful when they describe what is really happening. Quite frankly, everyone is different, so if you see one person with ADD/ADHD, you saw one person with ADD/ADHD. That’s why it’s helpful to get an assessment so accommodations and interventions can be individualized, and so people on the person’s team better now what they need and how to help them.

[@francisaubry3038]

I have a 10yo who had absence seizures at a young age and was treated. Then problems started in 1st grade and finally got diagnosed with ADD for which we did neurofeedback. We saw change but they always had troubles working on the lowest hertz. We found that absence seizures came back. Just finished balancing the meds and did another evaluation for which they still diagnosed ADD with a recommendation for meds…. That’s where we’re at starting 5th grade

[@klai777]

My 4 year old daughter is so intelligent when you can get her to actually focus long enough to do anything. This is her first year of school (pre k) and she has already been in trouble for her behavior. Her teacher complains of her not listening and she isn't sure if she doesn't comprehend what she's saying or just want to do what she wants because sometimes she stops but then sometimes she goes right back to doing what she knows she shouldn't. She talks over people, she has to touch and bother the other students, she doesn't understand why she's being punished sometimes and sometimes she's so engulfed in what she's doing that she doesn't even hear us calling her. I mentioned it to her Pediatrician when she was about 3 but she said she's young and to read to her more but now that she's in school it's becoming a problem and I don't want her to struggle or always being in time out when she really needs help. I'm not sure what to do or where to start.

[@efyasika1646]

Same story with my son, and am confused on what to do or where to start . 😔

[@klai777]

@@efyasika1646 I went in to talk to her Pediatrician about a week ago and she told me being that she's only 4 they can't diagnose her with anything but they referred me to a Psychologist and I'm just waiting for the appointment so we can go and get her evaluated. The Pediatrician can't diagnose unless they're 5 and over. I will be praying for you because I know how stressful it can be. We just want the best for our babies and we don't want them to be labeled in school especially if it's something they can't control.

[@efyasika1646]

@@klai777 I think I will also start from there. Thanks for the update, u don’t know what it means to me. I can can take a bold step knowing am not alone. 🙏🏻

[@cmg2143]

Thank you Dr.! What a helpful post!!!! This helps me realize so much of what I am struggling with! So glad I came across your channel!

[@estelacruz1016]

Very informative…thank you so much.

[@fingerprintingorg]

Never knew this, thanks!!

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

You’re welcome Daniel! I will be doing more videos revealing insights and solutions to ADHD!

[@beverlynelson2747]

It's James and I live with ADD and ADHD and I have a bipolar disorder and as a small small baby child the doctors said that I wouldn't Live past the age of three years (hello I'm now fourtytwo going on fourtythree) and guess what I'm still here for the doctors that said it wasn't possible. Thank you

[@kimmasterson9529]

I was hyperactive as a child …. My granddaughter is off the charts with discipline issues. She’s addicted too to Internet. It’s making us crazy because she’s really a beautiful child until to ask her to do things she doesn’t want to do. She sneaks a lot and loves getting on Internet.🙁🙁🙁🙁

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Yes, that’s the rub, and unfortunately our society is full of things that we must power through. It’s so challenging for those with ADHD to do so, but it is possible to develop those areas of the brain that would help her be more successful in those areas.

[@Disgruntled_Canadian]

Having the same issue with my daughter

[@FunnyVideos-vs5ki]

Hi as a medical personnel I tell my clients to always checkup on their family. To know if they are okay. But I didn't have enough time for mine and I didn't notice that my child had ADHD. But I am greatful to Dr Iyhere on youtube for providing a lasting treatment for him. I appreciate you sir.

[@WEEB-k6e]

i have the 3rd type adhd. im twelve and i can be very disruptive at times- and for some reason these kids are like “omg i have adhd i can’t focus so like i can’t pay attention and i am so hyper and i always act out” but i had a friend liek that and at the end of the year i asked and they said “no i don’t have adhd but my brother does” b i see a lot of kids who say it like it’s cool but it doesn’t only disrupt ppl around you but it’s not an advantage for yourself either it’s distracting and it hard to learn at times- like i’ll go to school with the intention to behave and sit at school properly but them i get to school and i get bored and i’m not attentive and sometimes i start blotting things out and it can be annoying and my mom doesn’t want me taking meds and therapy’s somewhat helpful b it yk it’s not gonna stop it

[@iphonegaming2058]

I have ADHD in middle school and I can’t ever focus making get lower grades for the certain classes.

[@pennywisenibbles4949]

I can confirm I was a little speed demon, I once escaped daycare and was bolting up the road, I was fast on my little legs

[@St4rF1sh_.]

I have A.D.D and it was always hard as a child bc my parents didn't know. So they would blame that i would just not do the work at all and grounded me. But now they know they try to figure out a way i would like to learn Etc. So they have gave me some meds and its been going well! It is very hard with a.d.d to do things sometimes always help a friend who has that and they dont know what to do!

[@ADOwens-px8xm]

My wife has ADHD and our twin boys both have ADHD. One is category 3 and the other is category 1 as you laid them out. My category 3 is a super risk taker too.

[@robertwoodroffe123]

That was four things!! Around 4:30 ! 2 categories and 2 sub categories!

[@raphaelkelly7563]

This video really helped me

[@domelightspider6504]

The rules of the world are changing so fast and I am having trouble coping. ADHD + SUDS COMORBIDITY SUCKS. I have to address my add before I can even think about the substance use disorder. Four years sober until lately.

[@DreamaBradly]

123. Yes 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@SuperMississippian]

63 yrs., Ph.D., professor, can’t seem to write papers over decades; issues: persecution, anger, yet functions, generally well liked; tested, supposedly not ADHD; short stint of therapy; no results.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Hi Kevin, thank you for your comments. You may want to get a second opinion with a more in-depth assessment that includes an evaluation of your brain activity. There are a number of brain training exercises that would likely help you depending on the findings. You are still very young and potentially have many years ahead of you. You deserve to be happy and successful!

[@katherineb.8955]

Lol I'm pretty sure I have ADD and I'm finding myself get distracted from this video

[@Silly8910]

Lol same I had to replay because I kept reading comments lol

[@ewetoob18]

The information in this video is super interesting and I appreciate it but … the background music is so super distracting and not so ADHD friendly. I had to stop because I could feel myself getting anxious and unable to push it away. You speaking is super quick and filled with info so the music makes it so much more difficult to absorb after 5 minutes. I’ll try to watch more another time. 😕

[@user-we7go7ed3l]

wooo combined type. double the trouble!

[@crazyracoon9402]

I am a 16 year old with ADHD and I have the hyper active impulsive one and boy it sucks.

[@incredibleshot9359]

Me as a 15 year old I truly don't know what I have I have a mix of ADHD AND ADD

[@tlsimonsson]

Question: Do children grow out of these ADD problems? If not, how do they do w/ jobs & adult responsibilities? Thanks for the great, informative video :)

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

The problems change over time, but inattention for things that aren’t interesting to them and executive function problems tend to persist without interventions. They can become big picture people and manage detail people, or do interventions that will help them grow their brains to overcome the problems. Please see current and future videos. My goal is to educate and help stop the suffering and worry and help people realize their potential!

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Thank you for subscribing Terri!

[@theJellyjoker]

No, it can in fact get worse

[@user-hf4nv6fb5r]

I have adhd and I never realized it until now

[@kenia6895]

My 8 year old son has ADHD.☹️ the first time that find out it broke my heart I felt like it was all my fault, that I fail on him as a mother. It’s my fault because I remember going to school and I couldn’t get things done I couldn’t understand what the teacher was explaining to us and I couldn’t focus, so my son got the ADHD from me and I didn’t know I had it and I still have it but I don’t take medication but my kiddo does so he could do better at school even though he still struggling and I wish that could go away but unfortunately that can’t happened 😢 my baby boy is a great kid he’s a great student, great kid at home but with school and with his grades it’s so hard for him.

[@cathrined1699]

I have ADD and ADHD and was diagnosed at the age of 11 years ago at the age of 7. People now say it’s the same thing. I asked them ‘Do you have either? Are you a professional?’ I HTE the stigma that ‘oh you’re just crazy. Stop being crazy’. I didn’t choose to be born with it. Get over it.

[@keturahspencer]

The new nomenclature is terrible and should change back.

[@8Slades]

Thank you for sharing this information it was very helpful. I am sure my 7 year old son has the 3rd type. He wasn’t progressing in kindergarten or 1st grade and he was held back to repeat 1st grade. I decided to try homeschooling this year, but progress is very slow. I am nervous about medications for such a young kid. Is there a “brain training” program available near me in Arizona?

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Glad it was helpful! You 📆 Book your FREE Transformative Brain Training Consultation with our team 👇 calendly.com/anc-consultation-team/transformative-brain-training-consultation?

[@shaneculbertson4055]

I was put on ridilin and Adderall XR, and the side effects was a terrible experience for me, lack of appetite, sleep disorders over/undersleep later in life I tried coke and it felt similar and that is the source of my aversion to stimulants.. but I also self medicate with caffeine sooo.....

[@theJellyjoker]

I was diagnosed with ADD as a child and still got told I was lazy and not trying hard enough. Then ADD and ADHD were merged and called ADHD. Because all the literature now only refered to ADHD, I delayed seeking further treatment because "I'm not hyperactive". I Wish they would stop renaming things like that, it's confusing and potentially fatal.

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

@@theJellyjoker I agree! A lot of people are confused because of the H! Definitely life threatening. I’m sorry this happened to you!!

[@ginaguzzo7661]

2 of my 4 children are ADHD. It’s definitely genetic. My brother has it, pretty sure I have it as well as my father. I think there is more to the diagnosis than what he explains. Probably for the simplicity of the video

[@pyro226]

To be frank, changing the classification of ADD to ADHD is not a good idea. Despite being different manifestations of the same condition, classifying them all as ADHD is only going to make the average person dismiss ADD due to it not being hyperactive (ADHD), perpetuating the reason ADD is missed in the first place.

[@canyoustayupallnightstudyt6535]

EXACTLY WHAT I FEEL

[@theJellyjoker]

So much this

[@Grimlin_13]

Am I the only one that spaced out a lot and freakin destroyed that back button🤦🏻‍♀️😭🥲

[@rickrivers2021]

Can you be both as a kid, and as you get older become more concentrated on one? The hyperactivity one seems quite possible for me as a kid, but I'm not so sure now. Inattentive seems likely either way.

[@yannylaurel4]

pls help. I have a lot of trouble getting motivated to do things I dread, like ALOT. I could start early but the energy drains out in 15 mins. I also get overwhelmed way too easily, then the leg shaking get vigorous and sometimes I break down into tears and my focus throughout the day just stops. it’s really taking a toll on my academics and it’s really annoying.

[@MJ-vf1im]

Thank you.

[@Unicornhair577]

My dad has ADHD and so does my brother Holden

[@cringecande_9352]

This reminds me of me

[@crisdunlap3794]

Does this work in adults as well?

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Yes it work in adults very well. Children have excellent neuroplasticity, and we have also worked with adults successfully up to age 95. Thank you for your inquiry. I will be posting videos about ways in which this helps adults into the future. If you find this information helpful, make sure to subscribe to my channel and you will be notified as soon as I post a new video. My goal is to educate on the amazing ways we can improve our lives.

[@ryanslack1202]

You talk about monitoring the brain and providing operant conditioning in real time. What does that and what is the reward?

[@kishalewis3469]

It’s school for my son 🤦🏽‍♀️it’s so stressful

[@jonnynotokay2003]

Smh 3rd time rewinding this video and I still don't know the last part of the video

[@ezekielhatesyou1172]

I exhibit all but my parents won’t let me get diagnosed

[@Germanhutter]

I have both in ADHD Edit: I got the the symptoms when I was 7.5. I also have tinnitus

[@canyoustayupallnightstudyt6535]

Can you tell me how tinnitus is related to adhd coz I think I've it

[@jaydullard243]

I Have Both

[@jayceforlifepro768]

I have 4 kids with both ugh I’m not sure why but it’s a lot

[@toniaforneapeters]

I wonder what it is diagnosed as when you can memorize easily but if you are not interested in it you don’t retain it. Ace tests and can’t remember it in two weeks. Anyone know?

[@conman20000]

So what is the difference between ADD and executive function disorder?

[@Maddie-od7uu]

I haven’t been diagnosed with either of these, but I sound like I might have ADHD. (the inattentive type)I’m 13 but I haven’t been checked since I was 3 or 4 and was only diagnosed with sensory processing. Could I still have it?

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Very possible. Most people don’t grow out of it. You may want to be seen for an assessment by an expert

[@urketovoremarilynnsanchez7636]

My brother is add. But gosh he's so smart. I love him lost I'm grateful my family didn't allow drugs. Any natural advice for him?

[@spencerk4077]

Stimulants are the best way to treat the disorder.

[@liudmyfleita]

Coming from a traditional Cuban family, I grew up believing ADHD was just a made up thing for annoying little brats that didn’t want to study, oh boy, how wrong was I !. I’m looking for info because I’m taking my daughter to her pediatrician to get checked, she’s 7 years old, she’s smart, super bright when interested in a specific subject, like science, she can name planets and stars I’ve never heard of ! But when it comes to math, language arts, etc… forget about.. homework is a daily task that takes hours to complete, she can’t sit still in her chair and will literally start playing with an apple on top of the table, after 5 minutes she will start yawing, she will give me the right answer verbally and write down the wrong answer 2 seconds later, I have to ask her multiple times to do something, sometimes I feel like she doesn’t hear me, but she’s just not paying attention. It’s so sad for me cause I know she’s not doing it on purpose, she’s a good kid that follows directions, but she just can’t help herself from daydreaming

[@katiearden09]

I’m pretty sure I have adhd but no one believes me and says I’m just lazy and don’t wanna pay attention to school and things people say to me

[@kaceejohnson6250]

The inattentive type is normal

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

By definition, having any type of ADHD is outside the norm of functioning. Everyone has trouble focusing from time to time, but if you have ADHD-Inattentive Type, your ability to focus is below the norm. If it’s inside the norm or “normal “, you don’t have ADHD Inattentive Type. The good news is that there are many ways to improve your attention and overcome these area of weakness. Just like you would to build a muscle, you can exercise and strengthen your attention!

[@robertwoodroffe123]

They have only very recently realised that there is ? Over three thousand ( 3,000 ) different types of brain neurone

[@UrbanomicInteriors]

If neuroplasticity is real, the. Why is it not possible for someone to develop these symptoms later in life say, after brain injury or significant psychological trauma?

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Heidi, this is an excellent question. The fact is many people throughout the world young and old are changing their brains through neuroplasticity, after concussion and trauma, as well as ADHD and learning differences! The US military in Ft Campbell uses neurofeedback to treat their soldiers from concussion and trauma daily. There are 1000s of centers throughout the world who use these methods to help people overcome their difficulties every day. We see young children and our oldest client was 95. If you can learn, you can very likely get better through exercises that promote neuroplasticity. Please checkout the other videos on my channel to learn more. I will also be posting more videos in the future on this topic. The world needs to know! My goal is to reduce the suffering and help people be happy and live their best lives. We see amazing things happen with our clients and celebrate their victories every week!

[@Unicornhair577]

I have ADHD I hate it

[@lebronjames5688]

I’m the the third type

[@impulsivityreal]

Do they still use the term aspergers?

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Hi, thank you for your comment. Many people use the term Aspergers although it is no longer in the diagnostic manual. I will add a video on this topic soon!

[@wendyallen5105]

67... just figuring out I’m ADHD

[@Ghost-wk1pe]

It took my parents 12 years to find out I have ADD.

[@Ghost-wk1pe]

I thought it was my dyslexia though.

[@lilnoodle7742]

I have ADHD

[@avoiceinthewilderness9864]

I am inattentive.

[@Alex-nx6or]

I can’t even watch this video for 30 seconds

[@mattnobrega6621]

I'm 38 yrs old and I still have ADD but don't think it's as bad. Or is it 🤔 Attention defi.....oh look!, a butterfly. 🤪

[@AbbeyNeuropsychologyClinic]

Hilarious

[@mattnobrega6621]

That's me! 😁👍

[@johncloois3301]

I thought ADHD was just the new name for ADD, making ADD passe. That they are under, "ADHD" together.

[@jacobhooper594]

O god i was the worst lol third type

[@sloopsloop3298]

I lost focus so many times while watching.

[@iamcondescending]

There is no difference. They've been combined under the header ADHD.

[@kw7584]

He literally says that within the first minute.

[@theJellyjoker]

I'm not hyperactive and ADHD is a horrible misleading name and leads to delays in diagnosis. I want to have a chat with the people who changed the name.