ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesis
The symptoms of ADHD fall into three groups:
Some children with ADHD primarily have the inattentive type. Others may have a combination of types. Those with the inattentive type are less disruptive and are more likely to not be diagnosed with ADHD.
Inattentive symptoms
In previous posts, we have addressed some of the common problems for children with ADHD: Curbing Impulsive Behaviors in Children and Six... Read more »
Not all children with ADHD have hyperactivity, but for those that do, sitting still is an almost impossible feat. The constant physical... Read more »
As we have been discussing, chronic insomnia is insomnia in the absence of other medical, neurological, or psychiatric causes. Two of the... Read more »
One question that continues to haunt parents of children with ADHD is: Does sugar cause hyperactivity? Throughout my years of writing about... Read more »
ADHD Predominately Hyperactive Impulsive Type According to the DSM diagnostic criteria, a person with at least six or more symptoms of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesisTreatmentTreating ADHD is a partnership between the health care provider, parents or caregivers, and the child. For... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Other Disorders Associated with ADHDSeveral disorders may mimic or accompany ADHD. Many of these conditions require other modes of treatment and... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Several types of medication are used to treat ADHD.Psychostimulants: Methylphenidate (Ritalin) and Similar DrugsPsychostimulants are the primary... Read more »
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 »
Wide arrays of symptoms indicate the presence of ADHD. A common ADHD symptom is the difficulty or inability to sustain attention. Other symptoms... Read more »