Expert: Dr Billy Levin - 12/5/2008

Question
Hello first off, I do have an idea of what ADD actually is but the other day my
algebra teacher asked me if I had it, I never really put any though into it. I
zone out quite a lot and I don't have the best marks on my report card. I
think I average a C-D range. I try really hard but I end up not being able to
finish the home work or assignment. I have a really good grade in
Government class though because we debate a lot about current events. I'm a
very out spoken person and is not scared to give my opinion on anything.
Gosh this sounds like I'm signing up for harmony or something, anyway. I
tend to look out the window a lot or stare at the board, watching what the
teacher is doing but not actually registering it because I'm somewhere else. I
go into after school tutoring for help and that is where my algebra teacher
asked me if I had "concentration issues". I don't know, does it sound like I've
got A.D.D?

Thanks, hope you're having a good holiday season!

Answer
Judging from your description there is a very good possibility you do have ADHD. However not everybody with this condition needs treatment. Medical treatment is only necessary if the condition is causing sufficient problems. I feel it would still be worth your while to see a doctor experienced in ADHD.for an opinion.