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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpNVNOA825g. ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD is the general term which is divided into 3 subtypes ADHD- Predominantly Inattentive Type ADHD- Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type ADHD- Combined Type . Identification.

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  1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpNVNOA825g

  2. ADHD: Attention DeficitHyperactivityDisorder ADHD is the generaltermwhichisdividedinto 3 subtypes ADHD-Predominantly Inattentive Type ADHD-Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type ADHD-Combined Type

  3. Identification • A medical examination • A clinical interview • Teacher and parent ratings • Behavioral observations

  4. Prevalence • 3 to 7% of the school-age population have ADHD • Occurs more frequently in boys than girls • Is ADHD a U.S. phenomenon?

  5. Causes • Neurological abnormalities • Pre-frontal lobes, frontal lobes and the basal ganglia • Pregnancy complications • Hereditary factors • Family Studies • Twin Studies http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vHpK10WtnM

  6. Strategies Post Diagnosis • Medication • Stimulants • Nonstimulants • Behavioral Intervention Strategies • Create a routine • Avoid distractions • Limit choices • Change interactions with your child • Use goals and rewards • Discipline effectively • Focus on a specific talent or hobby

  7. Medication • Pros • Reduction of behavioral symptoms • No physical addiction • In taking the prescribed dosage, medication is safe • Cons • Long-term effects are unknown • Psychological dependency • Mild side effects

  8. Classroom Setup • The classroom is well structured. • Classroom rules should be clearly defined and posted throughout the room • Rows provide the best form of seating as group seating can increase the amount of distractions • Students should be seated close to the teacher and away from other “problem” children and distractions

  9. Classroom Structure • Place a copy of the daily and weekly schedule on the student’s desk or folder • ORGANIZATION • Make sure that directions are always clear and concise • Partner or group work • Peer tutoring • Know your student

  10. How to make students feel important in the classroom • PRAISE, PRAISE, PRAISE • Give students with ADHD ample opportunities to be classroom helper • Give the student feedback on his work and behavior throughout the day • Make sure you are giving the student enough personal attention during lessons and activities

  11. Accommodations • Give student extra time and directions to complete assignments • Allow the student to wear sound-blocking headphones during work • Allow breaks during lengthy lessons • Provide alternative areas for reading/homework time such as a three walled cubicle • Find time to release energy during lengthy lesson

  12. Parent interaction • Open communication • Give parents the weekly assignments and lessons. • Traveling notebook

  13. Resources • http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/treatment.html • http://www.adhdquestionsandanswers.com/ADHD_Facts_and_Myths.html • Exceptional Leaners • http://www.azpirc.com/Downloads/Educators/StrategiesForWorkingWith%20ADHDStudents.pdf

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