San Diego Health

Scripps Dr. Shirin Alonzo, an internist and pediatrician, answers many questions about ADHD, including symptoms, causes, treatment and more. Learn more: www.scripps.org/6901p Want to learn more? Follow us @ScrippsHealth! Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrippshealth/ Twitter: twitter.com/ScrippsHealth YouTube: bit.ly/ScrippsYouTube Instagram: www.instagram.com/scrippshealth/ 1:13 - What is ADHD? What is ADD? What are the ADD symptoms and when do they start? 2:31 - Can ADHD symptoms change over time? 2:42 - What causes ADHD? 3:28 - What are risk factors for ADHD? 5:48 - What are treatment options for ADHD? 6:56 - What types of medications are available for ADHD treatments? 7:16 - What happens if ADHD is not treated? 8:01 - Can you outgrow ADHD? 9:15 - What are the common misconceptions about ADHD? 11:07 - If your child has ADHD, who should you to talk to first? 13:45 - Can diet or certain foods help ADHD symptoms? 14:24 - How vocal you should be about your child's ADHD condition?