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<blockquote data-quote="BusynMember" data-source="post: 738341" data-attributes="member: 1550"><p>I didnt mean ADD isnt real, although I do feel it is often in conjunction with something else. I was told flat out and do believe that ADD is a neurological problem, not a mental illness. Autism too. I have an autistic son. Many professionals explained this to me. Im surprised its in the DSM as a mental illness but never was a big fan of the ever changing DSM. I believe ADD is neurological. Just like Autism is. It is fine not to agree.</p><p></p><p> Even if it is, say, neurological as I was told, that doesnt mean these issues dont cause big problems. My Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) son struggled, but got very good interventions and is a wonderful adult who still has Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). With Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) you always have some ADD similarities, in fact many professionals now believe ADD is on the autism spectrum. </p><p></p><p>They can cause behavioral problems but they are due to neurological glitches, not mental illness unless it is co morbid. This, that I am repeating, was lastly told to me by my son's neuro psychologist from Mayo Clinic. I believe him and his reputation is impeccable. Personally, and I of course am not a neuro psychologist from Mayo Clinic, feel more is going on with your son than ADD. </p><p></p><p>I do have a mental illness....a mood disorder...and have learning disabilities and was once told I have ADD and was put on Ritalin (one time was enough for me)...i guess I am saying it doesnt really matter what is wrong. Usually if there is one thing "off" there are two things or three or four. Regardless, we as adults need to learn how to deal with a bad hand of cards and many of us work and dont go to jail ever, even with issues. </p><p></p><p>The only other alternative is to give up and live a lousy life. There is wonderful treatment for both ADD and bipolar these days, if he has that. But nobody can force him to get treatment. That is on his shoulders. It is on everyone's shoulders. All of ours. It is not so different from cancer...if you feel sick but dont see a doctor for treatment, you cant get well.</p><p></p><p>I am deeply sorry your son is not yet willing to take steps to improve his life, but that could change. We all have our own rock bottoms. I hopeyour son hits his very soon.</p><p></p><p>Light and love!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BusynMember, post: 738341, member: 1550"] I didnt mean ADD isnt real, although I do feel it is often in conjunction with something else. I was told flat out and do believe that ADD is a neurological problem, not a mental illness. Autism too. I have an autistic son. Many professionals explained this to me. Im surprised its in the DSM as a mental illness but never was a big fan of the ever changing DSM. I believe ADD is neurological. Just like Autism is. It is fine not to agree. Even if it is, say, neurological as I was told, that doesnt mean these issues dont cause big problems. My Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) son struggled, but got very good interventions and is a wonderful adult who still has Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). With Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) you always have some ADD similarities, in fact many professionals now believe ADD is on the autism spectrum. They can cause behavioral problems but they are due to neurological glitches, not mental illness unless it is co morbid. This, that I am repeating, was lastly told to me by my son's neuro psychologist from Mayo Clinic. I believe him and his reputation is impeccable. Personally, and I of course am not a neuro psychologist from Mayo Clinic, feel more is going on with your son than ADD. I do have a mental illness....a mood disorder...and have learning disabilities and was once told I have ADD and was put on Ritalin (one time was enough for me)...i guess I am saying it doesnt really matter what is wrong. Usually if there is one thing "off" there are two things or three or four. Regardless, we as adults need to learn how to deal with a bad hand of cards and many of us work and dont go to jail ever, even with issues. The only other alternative is to give up and live a lousy life. There is wonderful treatment for both ADD and bipolar these days, if he has that. But nobody can force him to get treatment. That is on his shoulders. It is on everyone's shoulders. All of ours. It is not so different from cancer...if you feel sick but dont see a doctor for treatment, you cant get well. I am deeply sorry your son is not yet willing to take steps to improve his life, but that could change. We all have our own rock bottoms. I hopeyour son hits his very soon. Light and love! [/QUOTE]
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