ADD/ADHD Week Launched

New Zealand is observing an ADD/ADHD Awareness Week which began today.

"'For many children, young people and families, the issues around ADD/ADHD are normal family and parenting issues but manifested in a more intense form,' said [Ruth] Dyson. 'Parents respond to this by engaging in support services, parenting courses, counseling and alternative treatments in addition to or instead of healthcare interventions.'"

Events and seminars are planned throughout the week and will include pediatricians, doctors, counselors, and more. Source: Independent News

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