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ADHD

Published on Nov 21, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

ADHD

BY: BRANDON WADE

WHAT IS ADHD?

ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER

CAUSES

  • Usually begins during childhood
  • Diagnosed behavior of children
  • Diagnosed in more boys than girls
  • A combination of genes and enviornmental play roles

SYMPTOMS

  • Has difficulty keeping attention during tasks or play
  • Does not seem to listen when spoken to directly
  • Is easily distracted
  • Fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat
  • Leaves seat when remaining seated is expected

TREATMENT

  • Set specific, appropriate goals.
  • Start medicine and/or talk therapy.
  • Check for medical conditions that can cause similar symptoms.
  • Medicines