why. The doctor tells them that the boy has ADHD (attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and it is not uncommon for his age. ADHD may seem like an uncontrollable diagnosis but it can be controlled. To tell if people have ADHD they have to be showing the same symptoms for a certain length of time that they would not exhibit normally. The best way to tell if someone has ADHD is to see if they are still paying attention well in school. When a person has ADHD they can’t pay attention anymore or…
ADHD Stands For “Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder” ADHD is a heritable disorder. (1)There are 2 different types of ADHD. Parents with ADHD have a better chance having a child with ADHD. (2) “ADHD can be considered a disorder of neurotransmitter function, with particular focus on the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine.” (3)There has been rearesch done that dopamine helps in the regulation of learning When was the order established “ADHD was first mentioned in 1902.” (1)…
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. Many people are wondering will medication help students…
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. The difference with children with ADHD is that…
lives, children with ADHD have a difficult time with social interaction, personal relationships, and sometimes even peer rejection. Children with ADHD seem to be unable to comprehend social cues or notice when it is time to change their behavior in certain environments. Being aware of emotion has been proven important to social competence (Ludlow, 2014). The inefficiency to notice emotions or body language can hinder these personal interactions with others. Children with ADHD have proven that it…
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is no different. Just as how all treatments have their pro’s and con’s and one must weigh each heavily before deciding on a course of treatments, ADHD also has its pro’s and con’s. This paper will dedicate its mass to discussing the controversy over the types of treatment available for ADHD – specifically the use of medication in treating the symptoms of ADHD, and the concept of over diagnosing and overprescribing children who show symptoms of ADHD. This will be…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is classified as a condition which encompasses hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and impulsiveness (Kids Health). Having ADHD is described ad being in a room with 1,000 TV’s with each TV showing something different. Now try and concentrate on just one TV without getting distracted (Damian DaViking Aird). Someone who has ADHD has been examined from different medical and psychological points of view in order to see if they have differences in brain…
disorder (ADHD) is described in the DSM-IV-TR criteria (American Psychiatric Association, 2013) as a neurobehavioral condition that begins in childhood which can cause persistent inattention and/or hyperactivity. It is associated with poorer educational performance, social rejection and in adults increased employment and interpersonal conflict. Also, symptoms of this disorder are associated with conduct and personality disorders. Biederman (1998) stated; between 60% of individuals with ADHD will…
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…
ADHD Medications Side Effects Introduction Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, better known as ADHD, is a psychiatric disorder in people which causes a variety of problems starting from inattention to impulsivity. It can cause severe complications in livelihood and leads to a lot of anguish for the people suffering from this particular disorder. How Does It Complicate Life? ADHD causes the brain to function abnormally and the people suffering may end up with absent mindedness, lack of…