Terminology: "ADD" is part of "ADHD" in the DSM-IV-TR and will continue to be so in the DSM-V (due out in May 2013). "ADD" is called "ADHD - Inattentive Type," the thing you probably think of as "ADHD" is called "ADHD - Hyperactive/Impulsive Type," and there's a third type called "ADHD - Combined Type." These are all three "ADHD." The term "ADD" is typically used by people who have Inattentive Type, but it is also used as shorthand by people who have either of the other two types. If you think you have all three types, you probably actually have Combined Type, since the whole point of that label is to explain people who have symptoms of both of the other two types.

What this is: If you have (or think you have) ADHD, this is a place for you to get support, to get your questions answered, and to share your stories.

There is no judgment here. We do not think that ADHD is a gift, we do think that it is a disability, though we also can see some positives to the condition. If you disagree with that you can share your opinion; we aren't only for people who agree with our view. We are working on a FAQ about the blog and about ADHD.

Obligatory disclaimer: We are not doctors of any kind, and the information shared here is gleaned from our own personal research and experiences. That is why you will see us say, somewhere in every post where we give information about medication and offer our opinions about medication, that you should talk to your doctor about side effects, about your concerns, about taking supplements, about stopping medication, about taking breaks from medication, pretty much everything to do with medication, we will tell you what we think and what we know, and then we will recommend you talk to your doctor. The reason for this? We are not licensed medical professionals, and even if we were, it would be illegal for us to give medical advice over the internet. Your safety is important, so please look after yourself, do your research, and talk to your doctor about your medication.

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