Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder

We see the child perform poorly in school. We suspect a child as a bad child. But until we identify and assess the inappropriate behavior we will never have an answer. ADHD Institute (2016) states, “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – 5th edition or International Classification of Mental and Behavioral Disorders -10th revision classification system outline steps of assessment before regular testing on symptoms by a physician. Hallowell (2009) states, “The validity of the test is observation and consideration of difficulties that comes or happens with ADD such as withdrawal, drug use, or family drama. WebMD (2015) states, “Diagnosing of ADHD starts after identifying the symptoms everyday for 6 months or more on children and adults and if the difficulty of the behavior happens anywhere than the individual should be evaluated as follow: 1. Primarily Inattentive: 2. Primarily Hyperactive: 3. Combined subtype. Additionally, a full physical exam, vision and hearing tests are recommended. Also, a noninvasive scan that measures theta and beta brain waves called the Neuropsychiatric EEG-Based Assessment Aid (NEBA). It has approved by the Food and Drug Administration with recommendation of a complete medical and psychological exam for age 6 to 17. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines (2011) cited by Center for Disease Control (2016) states the use of behavior therapy is highly recommended before any medication

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly found disorder in children in the United States. Statistics show that the male to female ratio for children with ADHD is eight to one. 4.4 million Children between the ages four to seventeen have diagnosed with ADHD (Cheng Tina L et al.). African American children are at a higher risk for having ADHD. Caucasian children are least likely to have ADHD. 2.5 million children receive medication for ADHD, but African American children are half as likely as Caucasian children to take ADHD medication(Cheng Tina L et al.). If African American children do not take medication for ADHD the child will most likely do drugs, drop out of school, or find it harder to receive a job when they get older. There is not cure for children who have ADHD, but there is medication children can take to decrease their hyperactive and impulsive symptoms. Adderall, Methylin, Concerta, and Focalin are some of the medications given for children who have ADHD. Methylphenidate is the most common medication prescribed by physicians for ADHD. “Methylphenidate takes effects within fifteen minutes of taking it and lasts between four and twelve hours a day.” (Hughes, Katsiyannis, and Ryan). Although medication is out there for the children to take, some of the medication given haves negative side effects. ADHD is not preventable. Parents should not only avoid drinking, smoking, or doing any other type of drugs to prevent ADHD, but also to prevent

Families who have children with ADHD often experience much higher anxiety and stress levels. A large number of children, almost half, will exhibit signs of ADHD by the age of four. However, most children are not diagnosed until he or she reaches elementary school. The behaviors that are associated with ADHD in children put them at risk for a host of other problems and complications such as completing their education, alcohol and other drug abuse, and an increased risk for delinquency. There has been much research on ADHD in recent years and many different types of medications and interventions have proven to be quite helpful. With the proper diagnosis and treatment, children with ADHD can learn to cope with the daily demands of the classroom, social situations, family interactions, and life in general.

Often has difficulty organizing task and activities. (Joey is often described as “off task” and having difficulty returning to school prepared with his materials, and turning his work in the right places.)

It is estimated that roughly 11% of children and 4.1% of adults are diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This is a 40% jump in diagnoses in the past decade. Stimulants such as amphetamines are prescribed to treat ADHD to increase focus and as college students are becoming more overwhelmed by workloads, stimulants are becoming very commonly abused to make it through an all-night study session. Because of this there are several instances of students exaggerating symptoms in order to receive the prescription they desire to improve in their classes. Many people believe that ADHD is becoming over diagnosed and in most cases it is simply kids being kids or stress-induced distractibility. This paper will address the idea presented by Dr. Richard Saul in his book ADHD Does Not Exist that Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has become an easy diagnosis with an easy treatment, however ADHD is not the disorder, it is the symptom of various other physiological and psychological disorders that have been misdiagnosed.

The noon bell rings at an elementary school in the United States. The children walk in a supervised line from their classrooms to the cafeteria. Their smiles and voices reflect their anticipation and excitement after a long morning of learning. Once inside the cafeteria, they find their friends, sit down, and examine their lunches. I hear laughter and the typical lunch trading by those who didn't get what they expected in their brown bags. In the school office, a short distance from the cafeteria, a large group of children somberly wait in line for their medication. The school secretary is dispensing Ritalin. I'm told this medication will help them manage their attention behavior until they go home.

Many students face a common enemy, time. While others are proficient in keeping a balanced and tidy schedule. Some students crack under the pressure and believe that there is just not enough time in the day to complete everything they wish to, whether that be studying for exams, or completing assignments. In some cases the condition of procrastination is self-induced but for others the struggle to stay focused is a real medical ordeal. Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder or ADHD is one out of two of the neurobehavioral disorders that inhibits an individual from focusing on one task at a time. According to fusion.nets article What Adderall does to your brain In the US alone roughly 6.4 million kids and 10 million adults suffer from ADHD. Adderall, Concerta, Vyvanse and Ritalin are just a few of the prescription based stimulant amphetamines pharmaceutical companies have made available to help treat ADHD and ADD disorders alike. Although provided as a stimulant for medical purposes, Adderall has been said to have become a common drug among many college campuses. However, given the benefits of the stimulant many disregard the risk factors associated with the drug itself, a rise in abuse is just one concern when discussing the use of stimulants. In this paper I will discuss Adderall, briefly on its history, its intended use, campus abuse and how it affects the body.

Aaron Williams walked into kindergarten as a five year old, and turned six during the first week. Aaron is dark skin, short dark brown hair, and taller than the average kindergartener. He was one of the two students that did not attend open house, so it wasn't until the first day of school I met him. The first day of school, I remember that he walked in very quiet and shy. I later learned he had not attended pre-school, which meant the first of school was literally his first day. Throughout the days I have noticed that Aaron is very timid. He doesn't participate in brain breaks, he stands in his carpet square as he watches everyone else with his hands in his pockets. Aaron follows all the rules accurately and he is not one who would get in

In the previous years, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become more widely accepted as a relatively common disorder in the United States. With that, 8.8% of children were diagnosed in 2011 compared to 7% in 2007 (Pomeroy, 2013). However, as the rise in diagnostics has increased, so has the level of controversy. Many people question whether or not ADHD is overly diagnosed in the adolescent, which leads to an over-prescription of psychological attention and pharmaceuticals. Because of the level of uncertainty between the biological and psychological conditions that cause this neurobehavioral disorder, it is hard to determine fully on whether or not the condition is actually overly diagnosed. However, this paper will discuss how the diagnosis of ADHD is not only overly abundant, but how it may as well be due to the nature of the assessment, the profuse recognition from the public, and the uncertainty behind the disorder itself.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (also referred to as ADHD) is a common emotional and behavioural difficulty problem. According to the HADD Ireland Website (2014), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a medical/neurobiological condition in which the brains neurotransmitter chemicals, noradrenalin and dopamine do not work properly. ADHD is a disorder that without the correct detection, treatment and management can have considerable and long lasting effects and consequences for an individual. It is a genetic and long term condition which results in different learning and behavioural issues. ADHD is typically described as being made up of 3 main behaviours which include; Predominantly hyperactive; impulsive, poorly

Seth was a second grader at West Elementary. He constantly got reprimanded by his teachers for not paying attention in class. He could not understand the information given to him during the school day. He thought he was stupid and useless. But he was not. His parents got him tested by a doctor for ADHD. He is one of many kids in the United States who have been recognized as having it. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a major issue in the education of the world today. It impacts children’s and adults’ lives forever affecting their ability to perform well in school, their relationships with their families, and their ability to perform on a job. People must understand what attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is, the causes and symptoms, and the treatment options for ADHD.

Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), is a neurobehavioral disorder of the brain. Textbooks typically depict an individual with ADHD as one who is inattentive, highly distractible, unable to contain stimuli, disorganized and exhibits excessive motor activity (Townsend & Morgan, 2017, p. 636). It is easy to define a person by their impulsivity; however, it is difficult to try and understand the reasons behind the behavioral patterns that come along with this disorder. Blake Taylor, in his book, ADHD & Me, offers a thoughtful insight into the life of an individual diagnosed with ADHD. Topics he covers are: being distracted, impulsive, disorganized, hyperactive, unpopular, bullied, isolated, misunderstood, blamed, rigid,

Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder is a disorder that occurs in the brain that results in a lack of attention and an impulse of hyperactivity. This can interfere with the person’s development and functioning. People who suffer from ADHD show patterns of inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. In children, ADHD is shown to be more common in boys than in girls. Some studies report a high ratio of boys to girls. The inattentive type of ADHD is found more commonly in girls than in boys. People who have ADHD as children usually maintain the full diagnosis into adulthood. Even if they don 't the children will have some residual symptoms of ADHD as adults.

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopment disorders of childhood. It’s first diagnosed in your early years and usually goes into adulthood. Kids with ADHD may have difficulty paying attention, handling their impulsive behaviors, or they can be very energetic. ADHD produces symptoms that are characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, forgetfulness, and poor impulse control. ADHD being a big topic with an abundance of information on it, this paper will focus on a little background of ADHD including some causes, followed by some symptoms that have been drawn to ADHD, and lastly treatments that are used to help the disorder.

Children are the future. As children develop throughout life there suppose to be themselves; play and not be as attentive as an adult would be. As of today, many children are starting to be misdiagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder due to certain characteristics that children are exhibiting and this is exacerbated by: behaviors that are developmentally appropriate, cultural differences between home and school, and the lack of knowledge of the symptoms and disorder that is ADHD.