The Difference Between ADHD and ADD

You’ve noticed it for a while now. Your child struggles to sit still. They’re fidgeting, zoning out, missing instructions even with the simplest tasks. You’ve probably done your fair share of late night Googling. Maybe you've searched “ADD vs. ADHD,” looked into natural ways to help with focus, or wondered if medication is the only option. And honestly, it’s a lot. It’s overwhelming. And it makes sense that you’re feeling that way. Watching your child have a hard time staying focused or managing their emotions is hard. It hurts to see them struggle. What’s even harder is that most of the solutions you’ve come across feel short term. They often don’t explain what’s really going on beneath the surface. That’s why this conversation matters. In this video we’ll clear up the confusion about the terms ADD and ADHD. Quick note: ADD is no longer used as a diagnosis. But more importantly we’ll dig into the why. Why your child is having trouble with focus behavior and emotional regulation in the first place. Because ADHD isn’t just about the brain. It’s about the whole body. It’s a nervous system that’s stuck in survival mode. And when that happens no amount of behavior charts rewards or even medication can make a lasting impact because the root issue is still there. But here’s the hope. When we support the nervous system in the right way everything starts to shift. Focus can improve. Meltdowns can ease. Sleep gets better. You start to see glimpses of the calm connected confident kid you know is in there. At Rise Wellness we believe every child deserves to feel at ease in their own body. And every parent deserves real answers not just quick fixes. You're not alone in this. We're here and we’d love to walk this journey with you. #pxdocs #add #adhd #adhdsupport #risewellness #grandrapids #meltdowns