Module 7 Section D by Mary Arrasmith

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marrasmith1 — 2023-10-23 16:05:15 UTC

- Remember to double-click or use the + sign to start a new post.
Credit will be given to students who create two original posts that provide resources to will help us understand and support students with ADHD.
- Put your NAME in each of your posts. Un-named responses cannot be graded.
- Use an APA-style citation in the post so we can see where it came from. If it won't fit in the post, make a comment on your post and add it there. No APA-style citation, no points for that section.
- In the comments, tell us why you are sharing it and who your audience is (who will benefit from the resource).
- Please read the Padlet carefully to be sure you don't duplicate a post or a resource that someone has already shared.

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a child's attention, impulse control, memory, social skills, and more. Behavior therapy is an invaluable tool for both the parent and child. This therapy helps to teach the parents how to have positive communication with their child, give positive reinforcements for desired behavior, and how to create structure and a discipline plan All of these are vital to the success of a child with ADHD. -Chassity McAllister

2023-10-24 02:15:21 UTC

A Specific Learning Disability or SLD is a brain disorder that affects a child's performance in reading, writing, or math. A few examples of these SLD are dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia. 2.3 million students struggle with a SLD. It is not an intellectual disability, but is protected under the IDEA. The dropout rate in students with an SLD is twice as high as a non-learning disabled peer. -Chassity M.

2023-10-24 03:04:41 UTC

Interventions for Students with ADHD

2023-10-25 18:09:36 UTC

^{Not every child who moves a lot has ADHD, but then there are some who do. This article shares insight on how three to seven percent of children have ADHD. Everyone in the school system needs to be educated on ADHD. Not all children have to same types of challenges, and behaviors are different as well. Effective interventions can help students learn how to cope with their ADHD. "Strategic seating, modified assignments (e.g., shorter assignments, frequent breaks), individualized instruction, cooperative learning (e.g., peer tutoring), behavioral modification interventions, and specialized consultation for teachers and parents.” (McClure, 2008) These tips can be helpful to teachers and students in a classroom.}

^{McClure, C. T. (2008). Interventions for Students with ADHD.}^{District Administration}^,⁴⁴^{(6), 78–79. --Taylar Sanders}

2023-10-26 03:17:30 UTC

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that manifests itself through consistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms significantly disrupt daily functioning and overall development. I found amazing strategies to help students with ADHD in the classroom and at home. These strategies will help teachers and parents work together to provide the best help for the child.

Low, K. (2023, March 28). 8 simple strategies for students with ADHD. Verywell Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/help-for-students-with-adhd-20538

-Whitney Miller

2023-10-26 03:24:58 UTC

It is widely acknowledged that students diagnosed with ADHD face significant challenges when it comes to maintaining focus in the classroom. Consequently, these individuals often struggle with remembering instructions and are prone to impulsive behavior, despite being aware of the rules in place. It's important to recognize that students with ADHD are not intentionally trying to be distracting or disruptive. Implementing teaching strategies that support these students can actually be beneficial for all students in the classroom. Here are some strategies that teachers can consider using to assist students who face challenges with ADHD.

Vierstra, G., MA. (2023, October 5). 8 ADHD teaching strategies. Understood. https://www.understood.org/en/articles/adhd-teaching-strategies

-Whitney Miller

Chewing Gum

2023-10-26 18:05:41 UTC

ADHD is a disorder in which some student have a tough time sitting still, focusing and completing tasks, or staying engaged during class. This article gives insight as to why there are benefits of chewing gum for kids with ADHD. This articles explains why students who chew gum can have repetitive motions that help with excessive movements in students. This article would be beneficial for students and teachers. Ant tip that would be useful for ADHD students I am sure would be welcomed to help them.

VOLZ, S. (2009). What Are the Benefits of Chewing Gum for ADHD? - Synonym. Classroom. Retrieved October 26, 2023, from https://classroom.synonym.com/benefits-chewing-gum-adhd-6148469.html

Allen, A. P., & Smith, A. P. (2015). Chewing gum: cognitive performance, mood, well-being, and associated physiology. BioMed research international, 2015, 654806. https://doi.org/10.1155/2015/654806

---Taylar Sanders

How can we help students with ADHD succeed?

2023-10-26 18:13:34 UTC

ADHD OR Attention-Deficit/Hyperactive disorder: a chronic condition that usually starts in childhood & can affect a child throughout their life. Symptoms are based on the child's personality and may include staying focused, keeping organized and controlling impulses ect.

We can help our students with ADHD be successful by slightly modifying our instruction, providing small accommodations for them like exter time, and a quiet place to work or take tests that is distraction free,like a library or testing lab. You could even place them somewhere in the class where there aren't a lot of students so they can stay on task.

Also maybe it's something you don't think you have enough of the right tools for so try reaching out to the school counselor or if you have a ADHD specialist that comes on campus, if not reach out to the parent/caregiver and see if there is anything they might could help you with so you can better support your students with ADHD. Parents/caregivers live with them they usually know what works and what doesn't. If not try mentioning or referring them to a ADHD specialist for therapy. Therapy can help form strategies and set up plans for the student to better assist not only the child but the parents/caregivers.- Sarah Stewart

(Waterford.org | Early Learning Curriculum Software, 2018)

We can support children and their families, if we but only take the first steps to try.

2023-10-27 14:41:52 UTC

Studies show that parents who have a child with ADHD have increased stress that can affect their ability to properly handle situations that may arise whether it be behavior issues that impact the family as a whole or not knowing how to properly address some of the symptoms that follow a child with ADHD. ADHD is not a "Behavioral problem" it is a medical diagnosis and should not reflect on how "good" a parent/caregiver is. Tips to help support and guide children and their family's through are, but not limited to is : Manage the behavior appropriately, set goals, stay organized,give positive feedback and stick with a routine. If the child's symptoms seem like they can't be controlled try Family therapy (Which give some great affective strategies) ,support groups or just one on one with the child. Also the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends in some cases to put the child on a stimulant medicine which has shown to help with ADHD symptoms.

Always advocate not only for the child but the parent/caregiver as well. -Sarah Stewart

Villines, Z. (2021, June 30). Advice on how to care for a child with ADHD. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-to-care-for-a-child-with-adhd#potential-challenges

ADHD

2023-10-27 18:16:49 UTC

ADHD is a neuro disorder that presents with issues paying attention, sitting still, or being forgetful. Although these can be normal behaviors in children from time to time children with ADHD have a persistent problem with these behaviors that can disrupt their daily lives especially at school. Parents or guardians should encourage healthy diet, daily physical activities, and getting adequate rest at night.

Faraone, S. V., Banaschewski, T., Coghill, D., Zheng, Y., Biederman, J., Bellgrove, M. A., . . . Wang, Y. (2021). CDC. What is ADHD? https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html

-Erica Wheat

ADHD & School

2023-10-27 18:29:53 UTC

Teachers may find their ADHD students have a difficult time with virtual learning or any type of learning that may require them to stay still and be quiet for long periods of time. These students may also struggle with social interactions, changes, and losing interest quickly in the teaching material. The National Resource Center for ADHD has resources available for parents and teachers with guidance on how to tackle these issues. To help teachers can make changes to their lesson plans to help keep these students engaged, offer breaks to the student to allow for movement and to get their wiggles out, help encourage friendships with other peers, and offer any support the the parents to maintain a open line of communication.

National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities. (9/2023). CDC.School Changes-Helping Students with ADHD.

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/features/adhd-and-school-changes.html#print

-Erica Wheat

Behavior Management

2023-10-27 19:00:23 UTC

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and can persist into adulthood. It is characterized by an inability to focus, difficulty sitting still, and impulsiveness. To encourage positive behavior in the classroom, teachers implement behavioral management strategies that use rewards to reinforce good behavior. This approach has been shown to be effective in increasing students' academic engagement, regardless of their age.

References

ADHD in the Classroom. (n.d.). CDC. Retrieved October 27, 2023, from https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/school-success.html

Kayon Weber

Accommodations

2023-10-27 19:24:09 UTC

There are several strategies teachers can use to help students with ADHD succeed inside the classroom.

Seating the student in an area with fewer distractions where he or she can focus on the lesson.
Seating the student next to positive peers who are less likely to provide distractions and can help them stay on task.
Breaking long assignments into smaller parts.
Check with the student before they complete an assignment to see if they heard and understood instructions. Ask them to repeat it back to verify understanding.
Allowing them to take tests in a different room, one that is quiet and has few distractions. Or using aids such as headphones or privacy boards to create quiet spaces in the classroom.
Giving more time to complete assignments, projects, and tests.
Using a timer or alarm to help with time management.
Providing breaks.
Limiting repetitive assignments, particularly those the students have already mastered, or tasks that are too far above the student’s level.
Make sure that the student has the opportunity for physical activities because active movement increases the ability to focus. Recess should never be taken away as a punishment for misbehavior.
Providing tools to help with organization, such as different colored folders, a notebook with dividers, or a homework assignment book.
Using computers or tablets for work.

References

Classroom Accommodations. (n.d.). CHADD. Retrieved October 27, 2023, from https://chadd.org/for-educators/classroom-accommodations/

Kayon Weber

2023-10-30 00:42:44 UTC

Along with the difficulties imposed by ADHD, students can feel a significant amount of stress or anxiety. Therefore, it is important to have resources and strategies to support students during those moments. Some methods identified by other students with ADHD include taking a walk, talking to someone, pinpointing stressors, eating a mint, having adequate nutrition and rest, taking appropriate mental breaks, and encouraging yourself with positive talk. While these are a handful of practices that can be used, there is flexibility in some of these on how they can be applied. Teachers and staff can use these as a launchpad to assist anxious students with ADHD to identify solutions and supports to cope with their disability. --Brad Davis

Trevino-Casias, S. (2019, October 16). 8 ways I manage anxiety from my learning disability. Understood. https://www.understood.org/articles/8-ways-i-manage-anxiety-from-my-dyscalculia

The Resource of Understanding

2023-10-30 01:05:40 UTC

One of the most important things we can do as educators is to come to the profession with understanding. When we can know where our students are coming from, we can be more empathetic to their struggles. The article referenced points out the daily life of a student with ADHD. It lets you see just what it is like from the difficulty of sleeping the night before, trouble getting up on time, anxiousness during class, trouble remembering instructions, or not being able to think about consequences as a result of actions. It leaves us to consider whether or not we are effectively supporting students. Do we provide instructions verbally and on an easy-to-read format? Do we cover the instructions only once or do we check in on our students to make sure they understand the order of events? Also, do we allow opportunities for the student with ADHD to communicate and deal with their stress in a reasonable way. Another aspect we can consider is the social effects of their ADHD on their life. How can we create support socially when they struggle to keep from interrupting or acting impulsively? There are multiple dynamics up for consideration and each need to be considered holistically for the betterment of the child. If we can first understand what their day looks like, how it affects them as a whole, and how our actions affect them in the grand scheme, then we can begin to make progress. --Brad Davis

Rawe, J. (2019, August 5). ADHD: A Day in the Life of a Child. Understood. https://www.understood.org/articles/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-kid-with-adhd

ADHD

2023-10-30 13:07:51 UTC

ADHD not only affects students now but can also affect them as adults. There are some simple steps in helping people/students with ADHD. Step 1. Keep the to-do list short and simple. This helps the student does not get overwhelmed. Step 2. Set alarms or timers. This allows the student so complete one task before moving on to the next. Step 3. Be realistic with timing. Be sure the amount of time given to a student is realistic so it can be completed properly. Step 4. Chunking. Breaking big assignments into smaller steps or even making small group to complete the project will help the student not get overwhelmed. Step 5. Preparation. Giving the student a heads up to allow them time to prep for an assignment will help them stay focused because they won't be worried about other things.

J.Veillion

ADHD

2023-10-30 13:22:45 UTC

Children with ADHD often stare off into space, or having a hard time keeping still, and even talking out of turn causing a classroom disturbance. There are things that can be put in place to better assist the student such as accommodations, instruction, and intervention. The best way to help these students is having a positive attitude, even when handling behavior issues. Also, placing these students is a specific seating area could be beneficial to them as well.

J.Veillion

Community Knowledge and Beliefs About ADHD ~ Rachelle Walker

2023-10-31 10:39:06 UTC

Accurate knowledge and positive attitudes within the community are important for the effective diagnosis, treatment, and support of people with ADHD. The aim of this study was to explore knowledge about ADHD characteristics and causes, and attitudes towards issues such as medication in the general population. The findings showed that the core features of ADHD were well-known, but there were misconceptions and considerable uncertainty about many aspects. Most respondents failed to recognize the genetic basis of the disorder and its potentially lifelong nature. Fathers were less knowledgeable than mothers. Although most participants believed that ADHD is a genuine disorder and recognized the benefits of medication, the majority believed that it is diagnosed too frequently and that medication is prescribed too readily. The study concluded that, in many respects, the public is not well-informed about ADHD and suggested that the media may have an important role in enhancing community awareness of the disorder through responsible, sensitive, and accurate reporting.

Reference:

Gilmore, Linda (2010) Community Knowledge and Beliefs About ADHD, The Australian Educational and Developmental Psychologist, 27:1, 20-30, DOI: 10.1375/aedp.27.1.20

Keeping Expectations Consistent

2023-10-31 14:45:42 UTC

Keep Expectations Consistent
ADHD Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder consists of problems with attention, impulse control, and hyperactivity. Keeping expectations consistent with students can help prevent outbursts and behaviors. My daughter was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She also has a diagnosis of change disorder. When things have to be changed in a student's daily routine the teacher should prepare that student by explaining to them what and why it is changing. Many of my daughter's behaviors come out when there is a change in her daily schedule. Examples: when her teacher leaves, when the school runs on a different schedule, when she has to move to a different location, etc. When expectations are kept consistent some behaviors can be avoided.

https://www.verywellmind.com/help-for-students-with-adhd-20538

8 Simple Strategies for Students with ADHD by Keath Low updated March 28, 2023.

ADHD Tools for Parents

2023-10-31 15:09:11 UTC

Children with AHDH benefit from precise instructions. As a parent, establish and discuss clear and simple rules and expectations for children with ADHD. Consequences should be explained precisely. It might help to write these rules and consequences down and post them somewhere visible for the child to be reminded and stay on track. Punishment should punish the behavior, not the child. Most importantly, rewards and punishments should be met immediately after the behavior. - Trenton Walder

NAMI. (2020). What Parents Can Do to Help Children Living with ADHD. NAMI California; NAMI. https://namica.org/blog/what-parents-can-do-to-help-children-living-with-adhd/

The ADHD Child's Perspective

2023-10-31 15:26:55 UTC

A child with ADHD has a self-perception that differs from their parents, teachers, or caregivers. An important part of ADHD management is being aware of how the child views themselves and ADHD itself. When parents are asked, it is reported that children with ADHD face a lower quality of life. When children are asked, some report a lower quality of life, while others reported no difference. - Trenton Walder

ADD Resource Center. (2015, May 28). Children’s Perspective on Living With ADHD. ADD Resource Center. https://namica.org/blog/what-parents-can-do-to-help-children-living-with-adhd/

ADHD IN AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM

treshawnhollins — 2023-11-20 15:45:19 UTC

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. In an inclusive classroom, where students with ADHD are present along with their peers, it's crucial to create an environment that supports the diverse needs of all learners. You should consider differentiated instruction which requires you to offer different ways for students to demonstrate understanding. Individualized Accommodations allow us to work with the student, their parents, and any support services to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan. Lastly, we should provide professional development for teachers on inclusive practices and foster a collaborative approach among educators to share insights and strategies. By fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, you can help all students, including those with ADHD, thrive academically and socially.