ADHD generally refers to problems which most often occurs beginning with children. It is associated with inattentiveness, hyper activity, impulsiveness or a combination of these factors. Let’s talk more about the common causes, symptoms and treatments for this problem.
ADHD is known to be the commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder during childhood. It normally affects about 3 to 5% of school aged children. It also tends to occurs more in boys rather than girls.
There is some speculation that ADHD can be impacted by depression, insomnia, learning disabilities, tic disorders, and behavioral problems. It is important to have all children tested who may be suspected.
It is also fairly well known that ADHD may run in families. And it may be associated with other symptoms. It can also be impacted by external factors such as depression.
The symptoms of ADHD generally fall into three groups. The first group has to do with an overall lack of attention. The second group has to do with hyperactivity and the third group deals with impulsive behavior. It is helpful to ensure that these symptoms are properly addressed.
However let’s review these symptoms in greater detail.
Inattentive symptoms
a.Failing to pay close attention to details or making careless mistakes on the job or at school
b.Difficulty keeping attention during plays or work tasks.
c.The person doesn’t appear to listen when being spoken to
d.The person doesn’t follow through when given instructions.
e.The person is easily distracted
Hyperactivity symptoms
a.The person fidgets with his hands or feet
b.Leaves his/her seat
c.Runs about or plays inappropriately
Impulsivity symptoms
a.Blurts out answers to questions before being asked for a response
b.Shows difficulty in waiting his/her turn
c.Interrupts on others. May butt into a conversation.
These symptoms are serious and can create a great deal of difficulty for the person who is experiencing them. For example people with ADHD generally have difficulty with learning.
However there have been a number of new therapies established to treat this problem. One common form of treatment entails the use of drug therapies such as stimulants. However there is strong move against the use of drugs in children. So many recent therapies focus on behavior modification to achieve improvements. Sleep and treating insomnia are also important to try to help cope with ADHD.
In any case by identifying and dealing with this situation, the best combination of treatments can be structured and implemented.
ADHD is known to be the commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder during childhood. It normally affects about 3 to 5% of school aged children. It also tends to occurs more in boys rather than girls.
There is some speculation that ADHD can be impacted by depression, insomnia, learning disabilities, tic disorders, and behavioral problems. It is important to have all children tested who may be suspected.
It is also fairly well known that ADHD may run in families. And it may be associated with other symptoms. It can also be impacted by external factors such as depression.
The symptoms of ADHD generally fall into three groups. The first group has to do with an overall lack of attention. The second group has to do with hyperactivity and the third group deals with impulsive behavior. It is helpful to ensure that these symptoms are properly addressed.
However let’s review these symptoms in greater detail.
Inattentive symptoms
a.Failing to pay close attention to details or making careless mistakes on the job or at school
b.Difficulty keeping attention during plays or work tasks.
c.The person doesn’t appear to listen when being spoken to
d.The person doesn’t follow through when given instructions.
e.The person is easily distracted
Hyperactivity symptoms
a.The person fidgets with his hands or feet
b.Leaves his/her seat
c.Runs about or plays inappropriately
Impulsivity symptoms
a.Blurts out answers to questions before being asked for a response
b.Shows difficulty in waiting his/her turn
c.Interrupts on others. May butt into a conversation.
These symptoms are serious and can create a great deal of difficulty for the person who is experiencing them. For example people with ADHD generally have difficulty with learning.
However there have been a number of new therapies established to treat this problem. One common form of treatment entails the use of drug therapies such as stimulants. However there is strong move against the use of drugs in children. So many recent therapies focus on behavior modification to achieve improvements. Sleep and treating insomnia are also important to try to help cope with ADHD.
In any case by identifying and dealing with this situation, the best combination of treatments can be structured and implemented.
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