What is ADHD? by Alexandra Davila https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder en-us 2017-09-20 03:29:19 UTC 2023-06-10 08:02:01 UTC hello@padlet.com Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189573316  ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. Children with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active. ]]> 2017-09-21 00:39:19 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189573316 Signs and Symptoms of ADHD alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189573639 It is normal for children to have trouble focusing and behaving at one time or another. However, children with ADHD do not just grow out of these behaviors. The symptoms continue and can cause difficulty at school, at home, or with friends.
A child with ADHD might:
  • daydream a lot
  • forget or lose things a lot
  • squirm or fidget
  • talk too much
  • make careless mistakes or take unnecessary risks
  • have a hard time resisting temptation
  • have trouble taking turns
  • have difficulty getting along with others
]]> 2017-09-21 00:41:22 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189573639 alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189574619 2017-09-21 00:47:20 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189574619 Blog post: My enthusiastic son, the eager learner. alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189575164 My son Sam was diagnosed with ADHD last year when he was a Kindergartner. During the third week of school, at back to school night, Sam's teacher expressed that he often spoke out of turn during class. She was also concerned that he would constantly be out of his seat, running around class, and had a difficult time getting along with others in the classroom. I knew Sam was an energetic child from the beginning; however, I would have never known that Sam had ADHD until the day I volunteered to sit in his classroom and observed his behavior and interaction with others myself. The teacher referred us to the school's psychologist who then suggested that I go to a specialist for behavior therapy. I was hesitant at first because I still couldn't wrap my mind around the idea that my son had a disability. He would be seen as different from his peers. I wanted nothing more than for my son to have a normal life and to be treated as an equal both inside and outside of the classroom. My husband reassured me that going to therapy would be the best way possible for our Sam to live a happy, normal life. So that's exactly what we did. At therapy, Sam, my husband, and I learned helpful techniques to strengthen positive behaviors and eliminate unwanted behaviors. I am thankful that my husband and I live a healthy and active lifestyle. We've discussed that we wouldn't want to give Sam any medication because research states that it is unhealthy to give to children at a young age. We try to help Sam gear his energy toward sports such as soccer and basketball. However, it has placed a bit of a financial burden on us because we have two other children that enjoy being active in sports as well. Also, we often have to buy Sam new equipment because he misplaces it or forgets to bring it home after practice. When it comes time to doing homework, we gave Sam a desk with a clean work space in the corner to limit his distractions. However, we found on the internet that playing light, background music helps him focus on the task at hand. He responds well to it. We also instilled a routine for Sam from the minute he wakes up until the minute he goes to bed. My husband and I work full-time jobs so it is difficult to schedule appointments every week with the behavior therapist. However, we've seemed to manage quite well so far. There is a great online resource we found out from my uncle (he also has ADHD) that supports the ADHD community. The CHADD website allows us to watch webinars for free that educate parents and the community on the most up-to-date strategies for helping parents and children with ADHD. It's been about a year since Sam was diagnosed. We have our good days and our bad days. Thanks to therapy and my supportive family, the good certainly outweigh the bad! I don't see my son as having a disability anymore. He's a bright, exceptional child whom I love just as much as my other children. I wouldn't have it any other way.]]> 2017-09-21 00:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189575164 In the classroom: Teaching strategies to promote success for students with ADHD alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189577255
  • Make assignments clear – check with the student to see if they understood what they need to do
  • Give positive reinforcement and attention to positive behavior
  • Make sure assignments are not long and repetitive. Shorter assignments that provide a little challenge without being too hard are best.
  • Allow time for movement and exercise
  • Communicate with parents on a regular basis
  • Use a homework folder to limit the number of things the child has to track
  • Be sensitive to self-esteem issues
  • Minimize distractions in the classroom
  • Involve the school counselor or psychologist
    • ]]>     2017-09-21 01:04:36 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189577255     Resources alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189578619 https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/treatment.html
    -Provides basic information, symptoms and diagnosis, treatments, and other concerns and conditions related to ADHD.
    https://www.helpguide.org/articles/add-adhd/attention-deficit-disorder-adhd-in-children.htm
    -States myths and facts about ADHD, symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity in children, and the positive effects of children with ADHD.
    http://www.aacap.org/aacap/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/ADHD_Resource_Center/Home.aspx#faqs
    -ADHD Resource Center that provides answers to frequently asked questions about ADHD and up-to-date information on issues that effect children with ADHD and their families.
    http://www.chadd.org/
    -National nonprofit organization that provides programs and services in response to the needs of adults and families affected by ADHD. Cite includes training for parents and K-12 teachers, hosting educational webinars and workshops, and providing information specialists to support the ADHD community.
    https://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:5J6D72suImwJ:https://www2.ed.gov/teachers/needs/speced/adhd/adhd-resource-pt2.doc+&cd=8&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=us
    -Provides information on classroom accommodations, effective learning environments, and strategies for successful instruction of students with ADHD.
    https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/learning/learning_disabilities/teacher/#.WcMgudFrzb0
    -Strategies and ideas to use for students with ADHD. States suggested classroom accommodations for specific behaviors.]]>     2017-09-21 01:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189578619     alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189583509 2017-09-21 01:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189583509 alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189583669 2017-09-21 01:51:01 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/189583669 Type of ADHD alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/190493862 There are three different types of ADHD, depending on which types of symptoms are strongest in the individual:
    • Predominantly Inattentive Presentation: It is hard for the individual to organize or finish a task, to pay attention to details, or to follow instructions or conversations. The person is easily distracted or forgets details of daily routines.
    • Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation: The person fidgets and talks a lot. It is hard to sit still for long (e.g., for a meal or while doing homework). Smaller children may run, jump or climb constantly. The individual feels restless and has trouble with impulsivity. Someone who is impulsive may interrupt others a lot, grab things from people, or speak at inappropriate times. It is hard for the person to wait their turn or listen to directions. A person with impulsiveness may have more accidents and injuries than others.
    • Combined Presentation: Symptoms of the above two types are equally present in the person.
    ]]>     2017-09-24 01:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/190493862     Treatment for ADHD alexandra_davila34 https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/190494014 In most cases, ADHD is best treated with a combination of behavior therapy and medication. For preschool-aged children (4-5 years of age) with ADHD, behavior therapy, particularly training for parents, is recommended as the first line of treatment. No single treatment is the answer for every child and good treatment plans will include close monitoring, follow-ups and any changes needed along the way.]]> 2017-09-24 01:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/alexandra_davila34/d8eq7txhr8jm/wish/190494014