ADHD

Types of ADHD 1

Symptoms of ADHD 1

Treatments for ADHD 2

ADHD Statistics 2

Diagnosis of ADHD 2

Inside this issue:

Special points of interest:

There are three main

types of ADHD.

Symptoms vary depending

on the person.

Although ADHD can not be

treated, there are ways

to reduce the symptoms.

ADHD is diagnosed by a

series of tests.

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There are three main types

of ADHD: Hyperactive-

Impulsive, Inattentive, and

Combination. The diagnosis

for the certain type depends

on what symptoms the

individual shows the most of.

One with the hyperactive-

impulsive type may show

certain impulsive behaviors

including interrupting and

be disorganized and

forgetful. They usually are

distracted easily and have a

difficult time following in-

structions. A person with

the combined type would

have a balanced combination

of symptoms from both

types.

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talking at inappropriate

times. Also, this type of

person usually fidgets, move

around a lot, and talks

constantly. Usually individuals

with this type of ADHD tend

to get hurt more often

because they usually have

more accidents since they

are constantly moving. One

with the inattentive type may

The symptoms of ADHD depend on the person

and what type they have.

Inattention Symptoms:

Failure to play close attention to details

Difficulty organizing tasks

Loses things

Forgetful of daily activities

Distracted easily

Troubles listening

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Symptoms of ADHD

Types of ADHD

Hyperactivity-impulsitivity Symptoms:

Squirms or fidgets when sitting

Talks excessively

Interrupts others

Constantly moving

Impatient

Acts without thinking about consequences

Combination Symptoms include a balance of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health. (2008). [Graph comparing

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capmh.com.

ADHD is diagnosed by a licensed health professional . There is a series of tests

that must be done to ensure the child is diagnosed correctly. The symptoms

should be present in at least two settings before being diagnosed. The AAP rec-

ommends any child with academic or behavioral problems with symptoms suggest-

ing ADHD by screened.

Diagnos i s o f ADHD

ADHD can be treated in 3 ways: learning coping skills, behavioral training,

and medication. These can help reduce the symptoms; however ADHD can

not be treated. Also the parents and school teachers should help work

with the student to ensure that his or her needs are being met. Almost

half of the people with ADHD usually "grow out of it" or have lesser symp-

toms by the time they are adults, although some show no change.

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Treatments for ADHD

-There are about 3%-7% of children that have ADHD.

-Boys (13.2%) are much more likely than girls (5.6%) to be diag-

nosed with ADHD.

-Children 12-17 years of age were more likely than children 6-11

years of age to have each of the diagnoses.

-Parents who have had kids with ADHD reported that they are

almost ten times as likely to have difficulties that interfere with

relationships with their friends.

-Children with ADHD are much more likely to have major injuries

than those who have not been diagnosed (59% vs. 49%).

R e i l l y B r y a n t

ADHD Stat i st i cs

ADHD is one of the

most common

disorders of

childhood.

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The National Resource Center is

available with trained staff to an-

swer any questions one may have

about ADHD. They can be reached

at 1-800-233-4050. The Na-

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part of CHADD (Children and

Adults with ADHD and their

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