Wednesday, 5 October 2016

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)



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 

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