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  • If my parent has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD?
    If my parent has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD? If your parent has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you have a 30% chance of being diagnosed with ADHD. Learn more from our experts about genetics and ADHD....
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  • Can ADHD be prevented?
    Can ADHD be prevented? While preventive measures to reduce the incidence of ADHD are not known, find out what can help reduce the severity of symptoms. Learn more from our experts about ADHD....
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  • If my sibling has ADHD, what are the chances that I will have ADHD?
    Roughly 30%. While we can’t give you the exact odds, we do know that ADHD runs in families. Interestingly, studies show that…Learn more from our experts about ADHD....
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  • How does group therapy help those with ADHD?
    Children and teens with ADHD often have trouble getting along with other kids and teens. Group therapy is a great way to…Learn more from our experts about group therapy to help those with ADHD....
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  • How does a psychologist treat ADHD?
    How does a psychologist treat ADHD? Learn more from our experts....
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  • What is anti-motion sickness medication treatment for ADHD?
    Learn more from our experts about video games as a anti-motion sickness medication treatment for ADHD....
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  • Should I consult both a psychiatrist and a pediatrician regarding ADHD?
    Learn more about if you should consult both a psychiatrist and a pediatrician regarding ADHD from our experts....
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  • What is collaborative problem solving for ADHD?
    Collaborative problem solving is (believe it or not) a collaborative approach to tackling challenging behaviors in people…Learn more from our experts about collaborative problem solving for ADHD....
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  • How often will we need to meet with the doctor about my child’s ADHD?
    Learn more from our experts about how often you should meet with a doctor about your child's ADHD....
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  • Why is ADHD more common in boys?
    It's believed that people with ADHD have a problem with a gene on the X chromosome....
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  • Is binge eating disorder different from bulimia?
    Binge eating disorder and bulimia are two serious eating disorders with slightly different symptoms. Learn more from our experts about eating disorders....
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  • Is there a cure for chromosomal disorders?
    Is there a cure for chromosomal disorders? Chromosomal genetic disorders do not have a cure. Learn more from our experts about chromosomal disorders....
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  • When should I call my doctor if I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?
    If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) you should call your doctor any time you feel your symptoms are interfering with your daily life, work or relationships. Learn more from our experts about OCD....
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  • Can my bipolar disorder affect my social life?
    Can my bipolar disorder affect my social life? Bipolar disorder can affect your lifestyle, making the usual meeting places for meeting people less likely to occur in your life. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....
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  • What else causes mania, other than bipolar disorder?
    What else causes mania, other than bipolar disorder? There are several causes of mania other than bipolar disorder. Learn more from our experts about mania and bipolar disorder....
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  • How can eating disorders lead to sodium metabolism disorders?
    Vomiting from bulimia can lead to dehydration and hypernatremia. Learn more ways that eating disorders can cause sodium metabolism disorders....
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  • Are allergies the same as autoimmune disorders?
    Are allergies the same as autoimmune disorders? Common allergies result when your immune system overreacts to a harmless substance, but they are not an autoimmune disorder. Learn more from our experts about allergies....
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  • How do thyroid disorder symptoms mimic schizophrenia?
    How do thyroid disorder symptoms mimic schizophrenia? Thyroid disorder is a medical condition that can cause symptoms similar to those found in people with schizophrenia. Learn more from our experts about schizophrenia....
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  • If I’m trying to lose weight, what’s my maximum calorie deficit?
    If I’m trying to lose weight, what’s my maximum calorie deficit? We never recommend losing more than 1-2 pounds/week and therefore your calorie deficit should not exceed 1000 calories/day. Learn more from our experts about weight loss and calorie defi...
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  • Which mental health expert do I need for bipolar disorder?
    Which mental health expert do I need for bipolar disorder? Searching for the right mental health expert for bipolar disorder takes time, think about what you might need first. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....
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  • How should I choose a therapist if I have bipolar disorder?
    How should I choose a therapist if I have bipolar disorder? If you have bipolar disorder, choosing a therapist should be done carefully. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....
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  • Can I safely use St. John's wort if I have bipolar disorder?
    Can I safely use St. John's wort if I have bipolar disorder? St. John's wort has not been well studied, and little is known about its effects on bipolar disorder. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....
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  • Does smoking cigarettes lead to nose disorders?
    Learn how cigarette smoke is indicated in many of the symptoms that are related to nose disorders....
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  • How do I tell my children about my bipolar disorder?
    How do I tell my children about my bipolar disorder? Be honest and gauge what to say depending on the age of your child. Learn more from our experts about bipolar disorder....
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  • Are there drugs to treat bipolar disorder that do not cause weight gain?
    Are there drugs to treat bipolar disorder that do not cause weight gain? The bipolar medications lamotrigine, ziprasidone, aripiprazole, and carbamazepine have not been shown to cause weight gain. Learn more from our experts about medications to treat...
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