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Adhd in children
- 1. ADHD in Children Alex Temple October 27, 2013
- 2. What is ADHD? Included in the DSM-V 2 categories Hyperactivity Inattention pattern of behavior presented in multiple settings results in performance issues Work Education Social http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/dont-delay/201001/procrastination-and-adult-adhd
- 3. Who is Affected? Children, Adolescents, and Adults Chronic Children condition diagnosed around 7 4 times more boys than girls More common in people of European descent Some research connects ADHD with lowincome families and disrupted marriages
- 4. Can you describe an ADHD symptom?
- 5. Symptoms and Diagnosis Inattention Easily distracted or bored Daydreaming Struggle with instructions Trouble completing tasks (ex. Homework) Hyperactivity Fidgeting, squirming Constant motion Talking non-stop Trouble sitting still (at dinner, school, story time) http://famille.trouvetout.ca/en/2011/12/22/recognizing-signs-of-hyperactivity-inchildren/?doing_wp_cron=1382899703.7958369255065917968750
- 6. Diagnosis of ADHD DSM provides lists of hyperactive and inattentive symptom Children must at minimum of 6 Usually teacher is involved Makes suggestion for examination Adults must have 5 Diagnosis made by primary physician or mental health specialist Have to rule out other causes Ear infections Un-detected seizures http://news.health.com/2011/05/23/cdc-autism-adhd-rates/
- 7. Does anyone know what causes ADHD? A confirmed cause is not known
- 8. Biological Causes (Nature) Heredity of ‘ADHD’ related genes from parents Dopamine related genes Abnormal brain activity Abnormal levels of lactate available to neurons Although these associations may exist, environmental factors are also important
- 9. Environmental Causes (Nurture) Pre-natal exposure to tobacco smoke High levels of lead in the blood Suffering from brain injuries Consumption of refined sugar Consumption of food additives Artificial colors Preservative
- 10. Treatment The primary treatment for ADHD is the administration of stimulant medications Side Effects Ex. Ritalin and Adderall Sleeping problems Decreased appetite Tics (more rare) Personality change/lack of personality Psychotherapy and education Regularly meeting therapist Educate parent on helping child http://totalfratmove.com/interactions-that-the-guy-selling-adderall-has-during-finalsweek/
- 11. The Parents Role Help the child keep a routine schedule Have it posted in the home Keep things organized Homework Everyday items Have clear and consistent rules Give praise for good behavior
Notas del editor
- ADHD is included in the Diagnostic Statistical Manual 5th edition and it one of the most common childhood diseasesADHD encompasses two categories – hyperactivity, inattention and the combination of the two The definition of ADHA describes it as a pattern of behavior that is presented in multiple settings such as at home and at school for children or at home and at work for adults. The patter of behavior of hypteractivity and inattention results in decreased performances at work, school, and in social settings.