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Sunday 4 December 2011

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) in Children


What is ADHD?

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is an ongoing behavior disorder typically diagnosed at age five or six, although the symptoms have usually been observed much earlier than this age. The three key symptoms are:
  • Inattention
  • Hyperactivity
  • Impulsivity
These symptoms typically interfere with the child's functioning in social and academic settings. The diagnostic criteria were outlined in 1994 in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health (DSM-IV; American Psychiatric Association). To meet the diagnostic criteria, these symptoms, exemplified below, must have been present for at least six months.

Inattention Symptoms in ADHD

The child often fails to give attention to details, or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities.

Inattention Symptoms in ADHD

The child often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities.

Inattention Symptoms in ADHD

The child often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly.

Inattention Symptoms in ADHD

The child often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions).
An additional symptom of ADHD in adults is the lack of follow through on instructions or failure to finish duties in the workplace.

Dad trying to help his son who doesn't understand and is giving up on homework.

Girl has lost something but doesn't seem to care.

Boy daydreaming in class while other students work.

Girl has forgotten how to do an assignment in class.

Boy fidgeting with his hands in his mouth.

Girl not happy about having to stay in her seat in class

Girl yelling while climbing on playground equipment.

Boy intentionally ruining game of chess by knocking pieces over.

Girl talking excessively to another girl while in class.

Girl rasing her hand and yelling out answer before being called upon.

Boy not happy about having to wait his turn.

Boy bothering another boy while in class.

Doctor talking to a boy with ADHD.

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