Application of DSM Criteria For Diagnosing ADD/ADHD
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) as added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) by The American Psychological Association (APA) in its 1980 edition. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10), has since then strived towards further developing the criteria used to diagnose children and adults for ADD/ADHD.
DSM-IV Criteria:
I. Either A or B:
A. Six or more of the following symptoms of inattention have been present for at least 6 months to a point that …

I have a phobia of becoming a mother!?

I want kids and a family but I’m afraid I have a phobia of becoming a mom. I’m 25 and my husband is 30. We both really want kids and a family but I’m afraid my fear is preventing me from this step in life.
I’m not scared of pregnancy or birth, I’m scared of the commitment, the loss of independance, the responsibility! I’m used to going out and hiking for long distances by myself and spending a lot of quality time alone. Im …

Alli Review – Does Alli Work?
Having reviewed the scientific literature and  consumer testimonials and reviews given on independent weight- loss forum sites; I argue that there are far more effective weight loss aids available than alli; that are effective without side-effects and will give you much greater weight loss lbs. for £, than alli.
Double Blind Placebo Controlled Tested?
When reviewing and comparing the effectiveness of the vast number of diet pills and aids on the market; my first criterion in judging whether the reports of effectiveness can be trusted is whether …