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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects an estimated 8 to 10 percent of school youths and a smaller percentage of adults. The primary symptoms of ADHD include:
- Hyperactivity
- Troubling focusing
- Inability to sit still
- Action without forethought
While most of these symptoms could be attributed to most children, problems arise when the symptoms are so out of control that it affects a child's ability to get along with other children or to maintain focus in school. ADHD can impair a child's academic progress and his social behavior. It is not just a school-related problem. It affects his entire world and the lives of those around him.
The good news is ADHD can be treated, but before children are put on ADHD medication, they should be properly tested by a mental health care professional, along with a full physical workup, to ensure chemical imbalances or other physical issues are not the problem. ADHD testing is done through both personal observation and through interviews with major players in the child's life, such as the parents and teachers. The results and observations are calculated to come up with a pattern of behavior that pinpoints to what degree the child is experiencing inattention or hyperactive-impulse behavior and how that is affecting the child's life. Based on those results, a decision will be made as to whether medication is recommended, along with behavior modification and accommodation, or if behavior modification and accommodation is sufficient. Of course, the child could just be naturally enthusiastic and not really ADHD as well. The test will point that out as well.
Medicating ADHD children is a controversial topic, but learning to treat ADHD children need not be. By diagnosing the problem, parents and teachers can work together to create a plan of action to help the child manage his disorder without minimal disruption to the lives around him. The ultimate goal is to give the child the tools necessary to cope with the disorder in a positive way.
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Who can diagnose you with ADHD?
your docter
What are the signs of adhd in children?
Children suffering from ADHD will often show symptoms that include inattentiveness, hypersensitivity, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. Although these are some of the signs of ADHD, one cannot diagnose efficiently a child based on these signs, and one should consult with a doctor for an official diagnosis.
What are the steps to take to diagnose ADHD?
i dnt no
Can hamsters have ADHD?
Yes they can, but it may be difficult to diagnose.
Who do you contact to have an evaluation for ADD?
You contact a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, neurologist, pediatrician (for children) or licensed clinical social worker who understands ADHD and has experience in diagnosing it.Unfortunately since many medical schools haven't adequately taught their students about how to diagnose and treat ADHD (as several medical professionals have told me), you can't assume every medical professional knows enough about ADHD to give you or your child (ADHD is 80% genetic) a proper diagnosis. Often is can be very difficult to find someone who knows enough about ADHD to accurately diagnose it.Most of the medical professionals that do know ADHD have usually gone out of their way in investing in time and money to learn about ADHD to their credit and hopefully our gratitude.You might want to attend a local ADD Support group to get a list of people known to diagnose ADHD in your area.Make sure you ask them what training they have on ADHD. Maybe ask them which ADHD books they've read and how many people they've diagnosed with ADHD. If you're an Adult with ADHD you should ask them how many adults they've diagnosed with ADHD. Many just diagnose children with ADHD.Finding someone who can diagnose ADHD.You can search for directories or ask at your local ADHD support group.DirectoriesADDA has a list of ADD Professionalshttp://add.org/DirectoryHome.aspxso does ADD Resourceshttp://www.addresources.org/adhd_directory.phpand ADD Consultshttp://addconsults.com/directory/index.php3ADHD Support Groups ListingsYou can also try searching the web to find a local ADHD support group in your area. Or if that doesn't work (many don't have websites) here's a list of places you can look to find ADD support groups in your area.Canadian ADHD Support Groups Listingshttp://www.addcoach4u.com/canadianadhdsupportgroups.htmlUS ADHD Support Groups Listingshttp://www.addcoach4u.com/support/usadhdsupportgroups.htmlInternational ADHD Support Groups Listingshttp://www.addcoach4u.com/internationaladhdsupportgr.html
Should I take a test for ADHD?
If you want to find out whether or not you have ADHD, contact your local mental health office. A psychiatrist may be available to help diagnose something like ADHD.
What are children with ADHD like?
Children with ADHD can be fidgety, have a very short attention span, be impulsive, and have difficulty completing tasks
Who will cure ADHD disorder in nimhands hospital?
It is believed that a British doctor, Dr. George Still, was the first person to recognize and diagnose the condition in 1902. However, he did not call it ADHD, but rather a "Defect of Moral Control" disorder. To the best of my knowledge, the names of the children he described in his papers were not released.Read more: Who_was_the_first_person_to_be_diagnosed_with_ADHD
Where can i learn more information about a diet plan for children with adhd?
Children with ADHD should be following a specific diet that has a lot fish and omega 3 fatty acids in it. It helps the receptors in the brain do what they are supposed to do better. newideas.net/adhd/adhd-diet
How does a child with ADHD act at 4?
There is no way to diagnose ADHD at 4 years old. Anything younger then 10 or so (experts disagree) is extremely likely to be diagnosed falsely, because kids under that age are naturally hyper if they have ADHD or not.
How was Leonardo da Vinci able to work with ADHD?
he didn't have adhd. people disaplined their children then therefore adhd didn't exist.
Do mris help diagnose ADHD?
MRI...maybe...The appropriate test to help with ADHD are EEG's. Though these aren't used unless the psychiatrist thinks you're having seizures and not knowing it.
