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
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Generic Name
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Approved Age
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Adderall
|
amphetamine
|
3 and older
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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
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