1. ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Alexandria Kvenvold

2. “ADHD, also known as attention deficit disorder (ADD) or hyperkinetic disorder, has been around a lot longer than most people realize. In fact, a condition that appears to be similar to ADHD was described by Hippocrates, who lived from 460 to 370 BC. The name Attention Deficit Disorder was first introduced in 1980 in DSM-III, the third edition of the ‘Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders’, used in psychiatry. In 1994 the definition was altered to include three groups within ADHD: the predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type; the predominantly inattentive type; and the combined type. ADHD usually appears in childhood but can be diagnosed in adults.” http://psychcentral.com/disorders/adhd/

3. To become eligible for special education and services, the person must be diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD or ADHD), there must be written and signed documentation by a licensed physician.

4. “There is no single test that can be used to diagnose attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adults.”

5. ADHD symptoms vary with age, some general symptoms in children may include but is not limited to: Chronic lateness and forgetfulness Anxiety inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivit Poor organizational skills Low self-esteem Employment problems Short temper Difficulty finishing a task Unthinking and immediate response; difficulty controlling behavior Restlessness Easily distracted Some children may also have other disabilities/medical areas such as dyslexia, depression, etc.

6. To actually become diagnosed with ADHD the child must, generally, have symptoms for at least 6 months in two different environments (home and school). The health care provider must also complete a medical history to screen for other concerns that may have similar conditions that mimic ADHD-like behaviors. Once one is diagnosed they may or may not be prescribed medicine normally called, Ritalin. Basically it is a type of caffeine pill. For those with ADHD caffeine does the opposite as it would to a “normal” person. It slows them down and helps them focus instead of making them hyper.

7. Strategies teachers can use: (Vary depending on students, situation, and whether or not they also have any other learning disabilities.) Seat child away from distractions Break long sections up Give child a chance to get up and move around (brain breaks). Encourage movement! Make a specific plan for and with the students whom interrupt. Make it just between you and the child. Only give specific praise Find out what type of learning is best, use that learning/teaching style. But, also make sure to be able to rotate and change it up.

8. Strategies Con’t: Help the child stay organized by having schedules/homework written down and folders organized Provide clear directions Keep rules and directions where they can easily be found or seen Set high expectations Actually get to know your students!!

9. Services: Services that can help a child, adult, or their family can include but are not limited to: Special Education Teachers/Programs Tutors/Mentors who have ADHD Programs that help children find different ways of learning for their brain: Ex: Learning Rx Using other Resources

10. Resources (Magazines, Articles, Websites): http://www.additudemag.com/ http://www.time.com /time/magazine/article/0,9171,1889178,00.html http://www.chadd.org/?gclid=CNjFxqah7rYCFQpN4Aod 710AlA http://www.chadd.org/?gclid=CNjFxqah7rYCFQpN4Aod 710AlA http://www.adhdaware.org/understanding- adhd/resources/?gclid=COzH97Oh7rYCFYHe4Aodmwo AHA http://www.adhdaware.org/understanding- adhd/resources/?gclid=COzH97Oh7rYCFYHe4Aodmwo AHA http://www.help4adhd.org/ http://www.add.org/ http://www.adhd.com/index.html

11. Resources Con’t: http://www.ldaminnesota.org/programs-and- services/adhd-support-services http://www.ldaminnesota.org/programs-and- services/adhd-support-services This link will take you directly to Minnesota Services to support those with ADHD!

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