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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a psychiatric disorder of the neuro developmental type in which there are significant problems of attention, hyperactivity, or acting impulsively that are not appropriate for a person's age. This can be treated by different types of psychotherapy . For more details visit . – PowerPoint PPT presentation

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Title: ADHD- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder


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What is ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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ADHD is one of the most common childhood
disorder. And this can be continued in the
adolescence and to the adulthood for some. As
the name indicates, its common symptom is
difficulty in paying attention, difficulty in
controlling behavior and hyperactivity.
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The studies conclude that 3 to 5 of children
have this disorder. And mostly these affect 8 to
10 of schoolaged students. An adult with
ADHD have difficulty with time management, goal
setting, and other organizational skills.
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Symptoms of ADHD
  • Difficulty in paying attention.
  • Frequent shift from one activity to another
    (without completing)
  • Procrastination.

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Types of ADHD
1) Inattentive - - Majority of the symptoms
are in this category. - These kind of children
will distract easily, avoid or dislike works that
needs sustained effort. - And these kind of
children are often forgetful in daily activities.
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2) Hyperactive - -Often squirms, fidgets
and bounce when sitting. - Doesnt stay
seated. - Difficulty in staying calm and quiet.
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3) Impulsivity - - Difficulty in waiting
for his/her turn. - Interrupts others. -
Initiating conversation at the wrong time.
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If your child is suffering from ADHD, the
behavioral therapy, medication and different
types of psychotherapy are the perfect solution
for this. Follow the link for more details
rosaleenhorn.com
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