Topic: Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) affects an estimated 6% - 8% of the general population, according to the National Attention Deficit Disorder Association. As many as half of those affected are never diagnosed. Many adults must learn to cope with its distractions without realizing that they have ADD.

In this show we'll discuss what ADD is, how it's diagnosed, the difference between ADD and ADHD, what treatments are available, and what benefits come with a diagnosis. We'll also address as some of the hysteria in the media surrounding ADD, e.g. how it is over diagnosed in children and under diagnosed in adults. I also will relate some of my own personal experiences, having been diagnosed with ADD sixteen years ago.

Guest: Callers are the guests