Children diagnosed with ADHD are also unable to succeed in developmental aspects relating to self-regulation, inhibitory control, working memory and planning (Hinshaw & Arnold, 2015, p. 41). If children with ADHD continue life without medication they are at risk for academic underachievement, substance abuse, delinquency, poor relationship functioning, and self-injurious behavior throughout adolescence and adulthood. Specific demands in life can influence a greater need to help control the symptoms of ADHD such as, family interactions, school responsibilities, vocational settings and intimate relationships (Hinshaw & Arnold, 2015, p. 41). Along with the continuous, daily struggle these children must overcome, for most, ADHD is a lifelong persistent disorder. As stated by Visser et al.…
ADHD is a psychiatric disorder usually diagnosed during childhood. Children with ADHD are often hyperactive (overactive) and have difficulty paying attention and staying focused on tasks. They may interrupt other people's conversations or be impulsive and impatient. ADHD symptoms can cause problems at home and at school, and often will last into adulthood. When taking this medication you can take it as a stimulant or a non-stimulant.…
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, otherwise known as ADHD is a mental disorder that disrupts the individual’s ability to focus and concentrate. ADHD is treated with a drug whose major function is to increase activity of the central nervous system combating those side effects called Adderall. This treatment is used in children, adolescents and adults alike. (Sherzada, 2). Adderall is administered orally and usually reaches the brain in three hours (Sherzada, 6).…
In this case study we follow Liam, a five-year-old boy from England through the BBC documentary “Living with ADHD”. Liam displays most of the symptoms of ADHD, specifically the hyperactive-impulsivity dimension of the disorder. By the end of the documentary we learn that Liam has mild ADHD and ODD. When analyzing Liam’s behavior through the cognitive-behavioral theory I will be accessing Liam’s cognitive and behavior during a specific event that is in the documentary. While accessing that specific event I will be identifying what triggers Liam to act a certain way, what the maladaptive schema, the automatic response Liam has, how Liam copes and Liam’s self regulation.…
Adderall aids diagnosed patients with the ability to calm down and focus. Those who do not have ADHD, take Adderall with the intent of assisting in attentiveness and concentration in order to improve academic performance. According to Dr. Richard Kadison, “five to eight percent of college students genuinely suffer from ADHD. Recent studies, however, have shown that up to 35 percent of college students who have not been diagnosed are abusing stimulants in order to study” (Rasminsky 3). Adderall can negatively impact a student physically and mentally along with having short term as well as long term effects.…
Hidden Dangers of ADHD Medication There are mixed emotions when it comes to the topic of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and treatment plans. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2016) stated, “ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood” (“Facts about ADHD,” para. 1). One would think taking any medication over an extended time period would cause some kind of health problems, however, that is further from the truth. There are various types of ADHD pharmacological treatments but they general fall under two categories, stimulant and non-stimulant medications (Martinez-Raga, Knecht, Szerman & Martinez, 2013). There are no hidden dangers associated with ADHD patients taking pharmacological for…
But like most doctors do, his doctor started with Adderall. Adderall is the most commonly used and most recognizable prescription drug for treating ADHD, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), and narcolepsy (a sleeping disorder). However, this drug is also one of the leading misused and over prescribed drugs in the U.S. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, “the classes of prescription drugs most commonly abused are: opioid pain relievers . . . and stimulants for treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), such as Adderall, Concerta, or Ritalin . . .”…
It august of 2008 that seemed to have changed, I conceive it something more than ADHD: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a problem of not being able to focus, being hyperactive, and impulsive. For these problems to be diagnosed as ADHD, they must be out of the normal range for a person's age and development. That’s been taking medication on and off since, I was three [years old], but never started medication until almost a year before. Methylphenidate more commonly called Ritalin is the most prescribed medication for ADHD.…
When diagnosed with ADHD, I made a choice. Not only was I going to persist and not let this affect me, I kept this affliction hidden from my peers. Strong, determined, and hard working, others saw me as invincible and were inspired by my dedication and talents. What they would not know is that I struggled with the same trials as many of them. I became determined to turn my affliction from a potential negative into a positive.…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, is a common disorder that affects an estimated 8 % to 10 % of school age children. (Mary L. Gavin) It may seem that boys are being over diagnosed with ADHD when they really are not. Many girls are diagnosed with ADHD as well, although the symptoms are very different from boys. Children with ADHD act without thinking, are hyperactive, and have trouble focusing. Of course, all children act this way once in a while.…
I have worked with many children whom have ADHD. The big thing is that you know that each child suffers from a different level of ADHD some far more worse than others. Many young adolescents don 't realize that they have ADHD and they have a hard time social interacting with fellow classmates and friends because they don 't know how to communicate. The students that I work with easily get distracted and get off track quite easily (Horta and Polanczyk, 2007, p. 5). Some will just get up and go get a drink with out hesitation, others might just yell or speak up…
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactive disorder) is one of many common childhood disorders that can continue through adolescence and adulthood. Difficulty paying attention, following instructions, sitting still, managing time, organizing and controlling hyper active behavior are the symptoms of ADHD. Equally affecting both genders, more and more children, adults and adolescents are being diagnosed with ADHD today. Behavioral observations determine being diagnosed with ADHD or not. ADHD being a lifelong condition can be over diagnosed and medications can also be misused.…
Topic: ADHD Research Question: Which treatments show the most promise for ADHD? Thesis Statement: Although certain medications have been prescribed for many people that have been diagnosed with ADHD, drug treatment may not be appropriate for all people with ADHD. The reason that I chose this topic is because my son was diagnosed with ADHD, and of course I wanted to research this topic because I desire to educate myself on the subject, so that I am knowledgeable of the subject.…
ADHD can be a difficult disorder to live with for people who have this diagnosis, this can even impact the people who interact with these individuals every day. Families can have the largest impact and it can affect their way of life in many different ways especially in young children and adolescent’s school settings. “Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with poor grades, poor reading and math standardized test scores, and increased grade retention. ADHD is also associated with increased use of school-based services, increased rates of detention and expulsion, and ultimately with relatively low rates of high school graduation and postsecondary education,” says the Academic and Educational Outcomes of Children with…
People with ADHD have trouble focusing, controlling their behavior, and sitting still or being quieter than other people the same age. Doctors prescribe these students with a drug called Ritalin. Ritalin is known for its use, abuse, side effects, and the controversies concerning this drug.…