Life Challenges with ADHD By: Kathy Banks

What is ADHD ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a chronic condition caused by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity that affects development and function. ADHD is medical condition which a person has difficulties controlling their behavior.

Hyperactive/Impulsive Three Types of ADHD Inattentive Hyperactive/Impulsive Combination

Inattentive Disorder Has difficulties with organization, staying focus and on task. Getting easily distracted Having poor concentration organizational skills

Hyperactive Disorder a mental disorder that causes above-normal levels of hyperactive and disruptive behaviors. Squirming, fidgeting, feeling restless Touching and playing with objects Difficulty sitting still impatience

Impulsive Disorder failure to resist a temptation, urge or impulse that may harm oneself or others. Symptoms: interrupting, taking risks

Two Types of Symptoms Inattention Impulsivity Inattention: getting distracted easily, having poor concentration and organizational skills Impulsivity: interrupting, taking risks

Third Type of Symptoms Hyperactivity: never seeming to slow down, constantly talking and fidgeting, difficulty staying on task

Techniques help students develop customized strategies to work with the main complications that ADHD poses for their work, including inattention, inability to stay on task, trouble setting goals, and difficulty organizing their schedules Make accomodations Create a quiet area free of distractions for testing and quiet study

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impulse_control_disorder References https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impulse_control_disorder www.adhdandyou.com http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/adhd/symptoms-causes/dxc-20196181