ADHD
Presented by Quinndolynn Loud
ADHD
It's not a disability, it's a different ability...
Watch the videos to learn more about ADHD
Signs and Symptoms
ADHD Simulator
Questions normally asked during diagnosis
Relative to attention, one asks: Does the child...
- often fail to finish things started?
- often does not seem to listen?
- seem to be easily distracted?
- have difficulty concentrating on tasks requiring sustained attention?
Relative to impulsivity one asks: Does the child...
- often act without thinking?
- shift excessively from one activity to another?
- have difficulty organizing work?
- need a lot of supervision?
- frequently speak out of turn in class?
- have difficulty waiting his turn in group games?
Relative to hyperactivity, one asks: does the child...
- run or climb excessively?
- have difficulty sitting still without fighting?
- have difficulty staying seated?
- have excessive movements while sleeping?
- seem to be always on the go?
ADHD Research
Research has revealed statistically significant differences between ADHD and control groups. There is a deficit of nearly two years in the motor development of children with ADHD compared to a normative sample.
Another study conducted showed ADHD status had no independent detrimental impact on affected children's language impairments.
Presented by: Quinndolynn Loud
University of Texas at Tyler
Master in Special Education
Educational Diagnostician Program
Email: qloud@patriots.uttyler.edu
Website: uttyler.edu
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