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The ADHD Child in the Classroom

The ADHD Child in the Classroom . By: Holly J. Braden . Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD can lead to problems with: Organization Becoming Easily Frustrated Social Interactions This can affect a child’s ability to learn and perform in the classroom. Reference: NCLD.

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The ADHD Child in the Classroom

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  1. The ADHD Child in the Classroom By: Holly J. Braden

  2. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder • ADHD can lead to problems with: • Organization • Becoming Easily Frustrated • Social Interactions • This can affect a child’s ability to learn and perform in the classroom. • Reference: NCLD

  3. ADHD vs LD • LD is a broad category that covers problems in all aspects of education. The causes of LD are unknown. • While ADHD is not the same as having a learning disability, approximately 1/3 of people with learning disabilities also have ADHD. • Reference: NCLD

  4. Causes of ADHD • ADHD tends to run in families and may have something to do with genetics, although science is still not sure of the causes of ADHD. • Other Possible Causes of ADHD • Environmental Factors • Cigarette smoke, alcohol, lead • Brain Injury • Reference: NCLD

  5. Symptoms • Inattentive • Hyperactive • Impulsive

  6. Inattentive • Trouble Focusing • Easily bored • Forgetful • Daydreaming • Trouble following directions • Doesn’t seem to listen • Reference: NIMH

  7. Hyperactive • Constantly moving or seeming restless • Unable to complete tasks quietly • The need to touch or play with any objects within sight • Trouble sitting still duringquiet times • Reference: NIMH

  8. Impulsive • Impatient • Blurt out comments • Unrestrained emotions • Interrupts others • Trouble taking turns • Reference: NIMH

  9. Diagnosing ADHD • If a parent or teacher suspects a child may have ADHD, evaluations can be preformed to see if the child has ADHD and requires special education services. • Each state has a Parent Training and Information Center and a Protection and Advocacy Agency that will help children get their evaluations. • Reference: NIMH

  10. ADHD Throughout Life • ADHD can continue to affect a child well into their teen years and even adulthood. • That is why it is so important to have children evaluated and diagnosed as soon as possible. This eliminates unnecessary risks in the future. • Reference: NIMH

  11. References • NCLD Editorial Team. How ADHD Affects Learning. National Center for Learning Disabilities. Web. Dec. 1, 2013. http://www.ncld.org/types-learning-disabilities/adhd-related-issues/adhd/how-adhd-affects-learning?start=1 • National Institute of Mental Health. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. National Institutes of Health, 2012. Web. Dec. 1, 2013. http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/index.shtml

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