2. Attention Deficit Disorder Milena Teen Health 8

3. Definition:   A disorder that may include 9 specific symptoms of inattention and 9 symptoms of hyperactivity/impulsivity

4. 4 Types: 1.) Inattentive type 2.) Hyperactive/ impulsive 3.) Combined type 4.) Not otherwise specified

5. Cause: Children can inherit a biochemical condition, which may allow ADHD symptoms to appear. abnormal fetal development can effects parts of the brain that control attention and movement.

6. Symptoms: ~ Inattentive ~ A.) Fails to pay close attention to details or makes careless mistakes B.) Difficulty sustaining attention C.) Does not appear to listen D.) Struggles to follow through on instructions

7. Symptoms (Continued) : E.) Difficulty with organization F.) Avoids or dislikes requiring sustained mental effort G.) Often loses things necessary for tasks H.) Easily distracted I.) Forgetful in daily activities

8. Symptoms (Continued): ~ Hyperactive/ impulsive ~ ~ Hyperactive/ impulsive ~  Fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat.  Difficulty remaining seated  Runs about or climbs excessively (in adults it may be limited to feelings or restlessness)  Difficulty engaging in activities quietly

9.   Acts as if driven by a motor   Talks excessively   Blurts out answers before questions have been completed.   Difficulty waiting in turn taking situations   Interrupts or intrudes upon others Symptoms (Continued):

10. ~ Combined type ~ When someone meets both lists of criteria - for attention and hyperactivity/ impulsivity.

11. Symptoms (Continued): ~ Not otherwise specified ~ When someone shows some characteristics but not enough symptoms to reach a complete diagnosis.   Symptoms disrupt everyday life.

12. Prognosis:   School failure (for children)   Emotional difficulties   Negative adult outcome (compared to others their age) Children can overcome many of the barriers if the problem is found and treated early

13. Pictures: This is Kevin and Sarah. They both have ADHD.

14. Kevin and his sister Melissa

15. Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison are thought to have had ADHD.

16. Heredity:

18. Research Evaluation: Pharmaceutical companies:   Making new medications   Longer acting medicine

19. Important Facts:   5 to 7 times more common in boys   Occurs in people of every level of intelligence   Tends to run in families   Asthma may be more likely to occur in children with ADHD

20. Treatment: 1.) Medication 2.) Therapy/ counseling 3.) A.D.D. Coaching for adults

21. Medication: 1. Stimulants A.) Short acting ritalin B.) Sustained release ritalin C.) Dexedrine D.) Cylert (pamoline)

22. Medication (Continued): 2. Antidepressants A.) Tricyclic antidepressant B.) SSRI C.) Atypical antidepressant 3. Clonidine

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