Attention Deficit Disorder Middle School Problems
- 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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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
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