Subcategories

• ADD/ADHD

  ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), sometimes called ADD (attention deficit disorder), is linked with hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and attention problems in both children and adults. It's estimated that up to 12 percent of school-aged children and 6 percent of adults have ADHD, making it harder for them to focus on tasks, manage their time, control their behavior, or even sit still.

• Bipolar Disorder

  Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression or manic depressive disorder, is a condition characterized by mood swings,from high (manic) to low (depressed). There are two main subtypes of bipolar disorder: People with bipolar I have experienced at least one manic episode, while people with bipolar II experience hypomanic episodes — which are milder — along with depression. Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood, but help is available with the right diagnosis and treatment.