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(AD/HD)

(AD/HD). Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder. Soaud Dupree EEC 4731 Milestone 1. What is ADHD?. ADHD- “a syndrome of attention and behavior disturbances that may improve when stimulant-type drugs are administered.” (The American Psychiatric Association, 2000)

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(AD/HD)

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  1. (AD/HD) Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder Soaud Dupree EEC 4731 Milestone 1

  2. What is ADHD? • ADHD- “a syndrome of attention and behavior disturbances that may improve when stimulant-type drugs are administered.” (The American Psychiatric Association, 2000) • Considered a neurobiological disorder. • Distinguished by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that cause behavior and learning problems.

  3. Some facts… • It is estimated that about 2 million children are affected by ADHD in the United States. • Girls are less likely to be diagnosed with ADHD. • ADHD is not considered to be a learning disability . • There are no specified medical tests for diagnosing ADHD.

  4. ADHD Subtypes • Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive type –the child does not show significant inattention but shows significant hyperactive-impulse behavior. • Predominantly inattentive type- the child does not show significant hyperactive-impulsive behavior but shows significant inattention. • Combined type- the child shows both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms.

  5. What to look for Your child/student… • Has trouble listening • Is easily distracted • Has trouble keeping attention in tasks • Unable to focus on details • Is forgetful • Has difficulty organizing • Can’t remain still • Requires extensive supervision • Talks too much

  6. Medication • Ritalin, Cylert, Dexedrine, Adderall, Concerta, and Strattera are prescribed to children with ADHD. • These medicines are stimulant and antidepressant-type drugs that have a calming effect on children with ADHD. • Side effects of these medications include: loss of appetite, sleeplessness, a stunt in growth, depression, and even suicide. • Medication alone is the not a cure to children with ADHD.

  7. Management • Each child requires their own approach to treating this disorder. • No one method can treat ADHD, combinations of methods appear to be the most effective. • Medications can be prescribed to help treat ADHD but often leave the child with unwanted side effects. • Behavior management and special intervention strategies successfully help treat children with ADHD.

  8. Strategies in the Classroom • Assign tasks that allow the student to move. (passing out papers, running errands, feeding class pet) • Plan assignments where the work is divided into smaller chunks with frequent breaks. • Allow the student to switch work sites frequently while working on homework or other classroom activities. • Allow the student to do something with hands during prolonged listening (stress ball, paper folding, play-dough) • Give directions that are clear and easy for the student to follow. • Have a daily structured routine.

  9. Sources • Textbook: Health, Safety, and Nutrition For the Young Child (Marotz) • Learning Disabilities of America http://www.ldanatl.org

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