Attention Deficit Disorder
Attention Deficit Disorder is a neurological syndrome characterized by distractibility, impulsivity, and restlessness. It has been proven that children with Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder are usually creative, innovative, focused and quick thinkers. ... Diagnosing this disorder can be difficult since it is common for many people to have some of the symptoms of this disorder to some degree, such as difficulty paying attention or being easily distracted. ... People with this disorder struggle for their entire life to behave normally. ... This disorder needs a lot of attention to be sure that the children that are diagnosed are dealt with correctly and rightfully receiving the correct drugs or attention. ... This disorder gets worse the harder a child tries. ... ADD is a genetic disorder, this being said it will be passed on to their children and will probably go untreated because they are unaware of the problem or the solutions that can be attained. ... Children with ADD are more apt to head injuries, these types of injuries can make the disorder more severe. ... For instance, the positive would be that it reduces hyperactivity and impulsiveness, and increases attention span. ... Many children with ADD experience great difficulty in school, where attention and impulse and motor control are virtual requirements for success. ... Adaptations which might be helpful (but will not cure ADD) include: -- posting daily schedules and assignments -- calling attention to schedule changes -- setting specific times for specific tasks -- designing a quiet work space for use upon request -- providing regularly scheduled and frequent breaks -- using computerized learning activities -- teaching organization and study skills -- supplementing verbal instructions with visual instructions -- modifying test delivery Teachers play an important role in helping parents identify problems in their child’s development. ... Questions that will be asked will include, are you using other methods of controlling the disorder? ... This may not be 100% accurate due to the fact that their Disorder may not be at the same stages. ... The only proven therapies that have shown to be effective are: -- Parent counseling and education about ADD -- Parent training in child and adolescent management -- Parent support groups -- Self-monitoring training -- Self-control training in natural settings -- Social settings trainings -- Family communication training -- Pharmacological therapies -- Teacher training for classroom management -- Classroom accommodations and interventions Not all of the above therapies will be used on every child, this will be determined and dependent upon what type of ADD and how severe the disorder is. As discussed, there are many ways to deal with ADD in a child and in order to grow up and function in the world, a child must be taught these ways to cope and deal with this disorder.