1) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is considered a mental health disorder, rather than a learning disability. 2) Some common symptoms are extreme difficulty with paying attention, getting distracted easily, trouble following instructions and directions, trouble sitting still, and more. 3) ADHD must be professionally diagnosed by a psychiatrist before treatment can be started. 4) Many children with ADD are visually oriented, so might respond well to color coding and lists. 5) Some children respond well to behavioural intervention and motivation, while others require prescription drugs to control symptoms. 6) Structure is important for children with ADD. A daily routine works best for ADD children. 7) There are numerous books, articles and support groups for parents who have children with ADD. You are not alone. 8) ADD is not due to bad parenting or lack of discipline, it is due to brain chemistry. 9) Up to half of the children with ADD continue to have symptoms of the disorder as adults. 10) There are many diet and natural changes you can make that might help with ADD behaviours.