ADD Children with ADD exhibit spotty learning. There are two types of ADD disorder. The first type is hyperactivity. Symptoms include: irritability, distractability and impulsivity. The second type is hypoactivity. Symptoms include: lazy appearance, glazed or drifting eyes, disorganization and difficulty remembering. 80% of children with ADD outgrow their symptoms by their early teens or twenties. 80% of children with ADD respond to medication. Without medication, a diet avoiding the following substances may be beneficial: refined sugar, caffeine, white products, chemical additives, and dyes and/or preservatives. If you suspect your child may have ADD, the following references may be helpful: 1. National Mental Health Assn. 1-800-969-NMAA. 2. Children and Adults with ADD 1-800-233-4050. 3. Nat'l. ADD Assn. 1-847-432-ADDA. Time management is often a difficult area to improve upon. Here are some sugggestions: 1. Teach your child how to read a clock. He/she can then use it to manage his/her time when studying. A timer may also be of help. 2. Teach your child how to read and use a calendar to schedule long-term assignments. Break down pieces of the assignment due so as to make the task more manageable. 3. Create a daily activity schedule, including household chores as well as homework time.