ADHD

ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder/disorder

First to clarify the concept, this is not a disease but a way of behaving.  It is referred to difficulty staying focused and paying attention and difficulty controlling behavior that can cause problems at home, school, work, or in relationships. It is very common in childhood and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. 

CAUSES…

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-Genes

-environment factors

-brain injuries

-food activities, so on.

Signs & Symptoms

There are some cases in which teachers categorize a child with a attention disorder which is not correct, because a teacher cannot assume a psychological role. Only neurologists and psychologists can diagnose attention disorder, I am not saying that teacher cannot say that something is wrong with a child. But teacher can get a idea of how many symptoms the child has, in order to help child by talking with his/her parents to have a special attention.

If the child does not received a special help to control or to handle with this disorder, a teacher can adjust teacher’s curriculum by way of help with teaching a child with attention deficit.

·  Be easily distracted, miss details, forget things, and frequently switch from one activity to another

·  Have difficulty focusing on one thing

·  Become bored with a task after only a few minutes, unless they are doing something enjoyable

·  Have difficulty focusing attention on organizing and completing a task or learning something new

·  Have trouble completing or turning in homework assignments, often losing things (e.g., pencils, toys, assignments) needed to complete tasks or activities

·  Not seem to listen when spoken to

·  Daydream, become easily confused, and move slowly

·  Have difficulty processing information as quickly and accurately as others

·  Struggle to follow instructions.

TREARMENT

-Medication

Trade Name	Generic Name	Approved Age
Adderall	amphetamine	3 and older
Adderall XR	amphetamine (extended release)	6 and older
Concerta	methylphenidate (long acting)	6 and older
Daytrana	methylphenidate patch	6 and older
Desoxyn	methamphetamine hydrochloride	6 and older
Dexedrine	dextroamphetamine	3 and older
Dextrostat	dextroamphetamine	3 and older
Focalin	dexmethylphenidate	6 and older
Focalin XR	dexmethylphenidate (extended release)	6 and older
Metadate ER	methylphenidate (extended release)	6 and older
Metadate CD	methylphenidate (extended release)	6 and older
Methylin	methylphenidate (oral solution and chewable tablets)	6 and older
Ritalin	methylphenidate	6 and older
Ritalin SR	methylphenidate (extended release)	6 and older
Ritalin LA	methylphenidate (long acting)	6 and older
Strattera	atomoxetine	6 and older
Vyvanse	lisdexamfetamine dimesylate	6 and older

REFERENCES:

http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/learning/adhd.html