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What Is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition whereby individuals find it difficult to focus their attention and to control their behaviour.  Individuals with ADHD usually cannot concentrate for very long and may do or say things without thinking of the consequences.

ADHD affects individuals across the lifespan and is more commonly seen in boys than girls.  It is estimated that 1 or 2 children in every 100 will have significant ADHD.  In many cases, ADHD coexists with other conditions including Autism, Tourette’s Syndrome and ODD.

What Are The Symptoms Of ADHD?

There are three core symptoms of ADHD: inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity.  Examples include:

Inattention

  • Not paying attention to detail
  • Easily distracted
  • Losing things

 

Impulsivity

  • Blurts out answers
  • Interrupts conversations
  • Difficulty with taking turn

 

Hyperactivity

  • Always on the go
  • Fidgety
  • Cannot sit still
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How Is ADHD Diagnosed?

There are three subtypes of ADHD;

  • predominantly inattentive subtype
  • predominantly inattentive and impulsive subtype
  • Combined subtype – inattentive, impulsive and hyperactive

 

At present, there is no simple test for ADHD.  For a diagnosis, a detailed assessment needs to take place with a specialist who has an interest in this area.  An assessment will examine the impact of the individual’s difficulties including when they started occurring, assessing the severity of the symptoms and, via school feedback, seeing if symptoms are present in several settings.

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What Is The Treatment For ADHD?

There are a wide range of treatment strategies available for individuals with ADHD.  These include:

  • Parenting strategies
  • Educational strategies
  • Coaching
  • Cogmed
  • Medication
  • Neurofeedback

It is important that strategies are considered to give the individual an opportunity to learn.  ADHD is an explanation, not an excuse.

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