The classification of the current subtypes of ADHD were discussed and analyzed in each of the above articles. The subtypes discussed were ADHD – Predominantly Hyperactivity-Impulsivity, ADHD – Predominately Inattentive and ADHD – Combined. The argument was made to make ADHD – Inattentive, its own distinct disorder and unrelated to ADHD. The articles discuss at length, distinctions between ADHD – Predominately Inattentive and ADHD - Combined. These distinctions were as follows: essential…
ADHD is a serious disorder and is killing people because of the medicine doctors use. You may know that many people get ADHD but most children don't know they have it. Once a diagnosis is made and medication is given out life can get better and worse at the same time. ADHD is a common disorder and a cure needs to be found now. Imagine sitting in class and not being able to focus and struggling to learn. ADHD is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and…
disorder (ADHD), causes ongoing inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity. The disorder can be chronic and interferes with functioning and development. The percentage of children diagnosed with ADHD is rising every year. Males are more than two times more likely to have been diagnosed than females. The cause is unknown, but it is believed to involve interactions between genetic and environmental factors. Inattention and hyperactivity are key behaviors of the disorder, but some individuals with…
ADHD: Behavior in School “It’s not a simple behavior disorder, but rather a complex syndrome of impairments in the management system of the brain” (Brown, T.E., 2005). Referring to ADHD, these impairments are considered Neurodevelopmental, or relating to brain function. This is a relief to those who suffer from ADHD as quite often they are labeled as problematic children that are offered no supports or accommodations before a diagnosis is issued. A recent research study concluded that of…
disorder which is also known as ADHD. This disease affects millions of children and adults in a impacting way. People with ADHD are often jittery and get distracted easily. Doctors think that people are born with this disorder, but other doctors think that it comes from genetics. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is not very rare today. Studies have shown that two to nine point five percent of children have ADHD (Block et al.). Researchers have discovered that ADHD have many causes,…
ADHD is a chronic disorder that gives someone trouble with paying attention and concentrating. “...affects millions of children and often persists into childhood”(1). It also makes a person hyper. ADHD will give a person symptoms/sign in behavioral, cognitive, and their mood. Behavioral problems such as: hyperactivity, aggression, repetition, and continuous movement. Cognitive problems such as: forgetting easily, not being able to focus, and a short attention span. They get mood changes which…
Who can diagnose ADHD? ADHD is diagnosed by either a psychiatrist, psychologist or psychotherapist who specialises in ADHD. General practitioners can identify symptoms of ADHD and give a primary diagnosis, but they may not necessarily have the knowledge to identify the signs of ADHD to accurately diagnose and treat ADHD, often, they will refer you to specialists of ADHD. Teachers or parents are not able to diagnose ADHD but can help identify children that may have ADHD (Frank, 1998). Symptoms to…
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic health condition characterized by difficulties with inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity that cause impairment in the daily functioning of an individual (“MyADHD,” n.d.). ADHD is usually predicted in children who are very hyperactive, easily distracted and overly impulsive, usually before the age of five. As the child gets older, problems with these conditions become more noticeable, such as behaviour, learning gets poorer and it…
Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) provides the public with general information deemed necessary about the common disorder diagnosed in children. The CDC is a federal government health institute that provides the public with credible information related to health topics. The Web page is presented in a way that expresses the importance of knowing about ADHD and the steps to take if someone is suffering from the disorder. On the particular Web page, the CDC has presented the topic of ADHD for a…
studying how ADHD affects family life because I want to find out what impact a family member who is a diagnosis of ADHD has on the family dynamics in order to deepen my and other peer’s understanding of the differences and misconceptions of life with ADHD. Questions: What are some disorders that are similar to ADHD? When and where was ADHD discovered? How did researchers and doctors know how to create specific medication to treat ADHD? How has ADHD changed overtime? Why and how do adults get…