Attention Deficit Disorder How To Increase Maturity
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Other Disorders Associated with ADHD
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Other Disorders Associated with ADHD
Complications
ADHD can pose challenges for children and their families.
Emotional Problems
Children with ADHD, especially those who also have anxiety or depression disorders, are likely to suffer from low self-esteem.
Social Problems
ADHD can affect childrens relationships with their peers. Children with ADHD can have difficulty with social skills and appropriate behavior, which can lead to bullying (both as victim and perpetrator) and rejection. Impulsivity and aggression can provoke fights and...
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ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
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ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Medications
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Several types of medication are used to treat ADHD.Psychostimulants: Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Similar DrugsPsychostimulants are the primary... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Behavioral Managemen...
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Behavioral ManagementBehavioral techniques for managing the child with ADHD are not intuitive for most parents and teachers. To learn them,... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A combination of a psychostimulant, most commonly methylphenidate (Ritalin), and cognitive-behavioral therapy is proving to be the best option for... Read more »
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
CausesBrain StructureResearch using advanced imaging techniques shows there is a difference in the size of certain parts of the brain in children... Read more »
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesisPreventionAlthough there is no proven way to prevent ADHD, early identification and treatment can prevent many of... Read more »
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