What is ADHD?
- It is a development problem which results in poor concentration and control of impulses.
- It can affect children's learning and social skills, and also family functioning
- About 3-5 of every 100 children in Australia have ADHD
What are the symptoms and diagnosis ?
- Inattention
- Difficult concentrating, forgetting instructions, moving from one task to another without completing anything
- Impulsivity
- Talking over the top of others, losing control of emotions easily, being accident prone
- Overactivity
- Constant fidgeting and restlessness
What are the treatments?
- Stimulatns
- Behaviour strategies
References:
- RCH: ADHD
