Question 1

how to cope with attention deficet?

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Coping w' ADHD: There are many ways to cope with adhd. You can consider some of the newer medications for adhd. There are therapists who specialize in adult adhd. They run groups & teach coping techniques. Find a good therapist & get started. A.

Question 2

what to pay attention to on nutrition facts?

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You are what you eat: It's important to know what you are taking into your body for numerous health reasons.  When you know the nutrition that you are putting into your body you can be sure that you are getting the nutrients that support your body in functioning optimally.

Question 3

should you seek medical attention for a desert recluse bite?

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Yes: Recluse spider bites are known to have unfavorable side effects. Depending on severity, it may need as little as pain control or even surgical intervention. Seek medical evaluation early.

Question 4

is it possible that i might have to seek medical attention if i think i might have adhd?

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Good Idea: Evaluation by a trained provider is the best and safest approach.Self diagnosis is not a good idea.

Question 5

do pet bites need medical attention?

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Yes: If skin is breached , infection---pets cary certain bacteria in their mouth.

Question 6

how can you know if you have attention defficit disorder?

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Adhd: Inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity are cardinal symptoms, which need to be significant enough to interfere with school, job, social or daily functioning.

Question 7

do i have attention deficity disorder or am i just disorganized?

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Depends: If you have several different symtpoms of inattention, if they have been present sice early childhood (before age 7), and if they cause dysfunction, then a diagnosis of attention deficit disorder can be made. The adhd rating scale is useful to determine if you have several different symptoms.

Question 8

where can i get psychological attention?

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Behavioral health: I recommend you contact your insurer directly for a list, so that you contact someone who your will be covered for.

Question 9

should people pay attention to food cravings?

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Yes and No: Craving for eating ice or clay may mean that you have an iron deficiency (called pica). Most people just crave sweets, and those should be ignored -- eating sweets makes you fat. Who knows whether pregnant women wanting pickles in peanut butter are truly seeking nutrients that the baby is needing, but i won't argue with that one. In that case, i drive to the store to make mama happy!

Question 10

i got a pinched nerve. do i need medical attention?

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Yes: Yes if persistent. Start with physical therapy and core conditioning.  At some point an epidural steroid injection might be helpful. If all else fails and your symptoms impact your activities of daily living, surgery can be curative. I would suggest seeing a spine surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive spine surgery if it comes to that.

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