ADHD

Defining ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurological disorder affecting learning, behavior and social/emotional functioning

ADHD Symptoms

ADHD has three main categories:

• Inattention
• Hyperactivity
• Impulsivity

Inattention is the condition of having a difficult time maintaining focus on a task or presentation, and being easily distracted.

Hyperactivity is the condition of being constantly "on the go," and often unable to sit still or stay in one place physically.

Impulsivity is the condition of having difficulty with thinking things through before acting.

Types of ADHD

Those diagnosed with ADHD typically fit into one of three categories.
1. Inattentive Type
2. Impulsive Type
3. Combined Type

Where the inattentive and impulsive types often are emblematic of their associated symptoms, the combined type can show a mix of any and all symptoms.

Identifying ADHD

There are no blood tests, x-rays or physical diagnostic tests that can be done to identify ADHD

ADHD is evaluated by medical professionals from the fields of Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Psychology, General Practice, Neurology and several others.

Tips for teaching students with ADHD

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• Give students clear directions that help them anticipate the lesson
• Provide checklists and visual cues
• Use a timer to help students stay on task

Do not forget to ask students what helps them. This can be the most important facet of teaching a student with ADHD.

Use positioning to your advantage! Keep students with ADHD close to your desk and away from windows and doors where distractions are more likely to occur.

Vary the speed of lessons, and use different kinds of activities to keep students engaged in the lesson. Use props, charts and videos when appropriate.

Allow students with ADHD to use stress relievers like rubber balls or grips. Allow them frequent breaks where possible.

Resources

Resources used in this presentation:

• HelpGuide.org "Teaching Students with ADD/ADHD"
• http://www.helpguide.org/articles/add-adhd/teaching-students-with-adhd-atte...

Resources

• "New Teacher Survival Guide: ADHD In the Classroom"
• https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/teaching-adhd-students

Resources

• Understanding ADHD in Children
• http://pediatrics.about.com/od/adhd/a/adhd_hub.htm

Resources

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• http://learningdisabilities.about.com/od/medicalinterventions/g/adhddefinit...

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• What is ADHD?
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Wz7LdLFJVM