Attention hyper activity disorder (ADHD) deprives a child of the ability to maintain focus. ADHD in children is very common. This disorder affects approximately 10% of children ages 4-17. Some symptoms of ADHD include inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity. There is no single test that diagnoses it, but a doctor can give you a checklist with a variety of common behaviors demonstrated by children, and this can help you see whether or not your child could have this disorder.
As a teacher, it is my responsibility to do research on anything that affects my students, and this disorder plays a pivotal role in many classrooms throughout the world. I have seen the effects of this disorder, and it is troubling when you have a student that is so talented in your classroom, but they just cannot stay focused.
ADHD also plays a big role in my family. I have adult ADHD and my oldest son has ADHD as well. When my wife noticed our oldest having trouble keeping his eyes from blinking and several other little tics that he had, we took him to a neurologist. He was diagnosed with having a tic disorder. Also while there, I asked the doctor for an ADHD checklist because I suspected that he also had it. When my wife and I looked over the checklist we both saw that he, like his father, has ADHD. So as concerned parents we wanted to find a site that could help us with more information, and we came across Lifescript.com.
Lifescript.com provides medical information, tips and advice that are all written by professional health writers, experts and physicians. Visit www.lifescript.com for useful information on Childhood ADHD and other prevalent medical conditions related to health.
I really enjoyed the videos on Lifescript.com, and found it interesting how many children this disorder impacts. There are different ways to counteract the effects, but the choice is ultimately yours. Because our son is so young, we are taking things slowly, but effectively. We want to be sure we take the right path for him.
Lifescript’s Childhood ADHD Health Center features tips, quizzes, recipes, and articles – all by professional health writers, experts and physicians – covering how to help your child succeed in school, advice for getting through the morning routine, how girls’ ADHD differs from boys’ and more. Please visit the Lifescript Health Center for more information.
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Cami says
My 4 year old has it. We have taken him to 3 doctors they diagnosed him with ADHD. And we have had such a hard finding a pre school for him cause we are choking not to medicate him so they at saying they don’t have the resources for him 🙁 we have had him enrolled in 3 pre schools. So we decided to keep him home till next year when he goes to kinder. Me and my hubby both have it 🙁 my husband was recently diagnosed while I have known since kinder. We were never medicated.
sandyvanhoey says
Thanks for the info on this. My son who is now grown, has ADHD. In his school years, it was difficult and I know he got it from me. I have to be doing something at all times. I cannot just sit to sit and the mind goes crazy racing. Glad you posted so we can all check this out.
Naomi says
This is really great information! Definitely bookmarking to learn more later. My son has ADHD and this will help!
Roz K. Walker says
What a great post. Thanks for sharing these resources.
BeckyJane says
As a Health Coach, I’ve been studying how diet and a change in lifestyle can really help ADD and ADHD kids and adults. It’s been a real eye opener. Thanks for your post. These are illnesses that need more attention.
ladyladuke says
I think the more education on this the better. I don’t know anyone with ADHD, and no one had it when I was in school. It seems to be over diagnosed from my perspective, so the more you REALLY know about it the better.
Mitzi says
my son and my grandson both were diagnosed with ADHD. Information plays an important role in educating others on how this condition manifests itself and what can be done to help a child with ADHD. Love that you have shared the info
Jennifer says
Thank you for sharing this info.
dawn k says
Thank you for sharing this website. I’d seen it on internet ads, but never clicked on it. I too am a teacher, and deal with ADHD on a regular basis. I’m going to check out those videos today.
Christy Garrett says
My oldest son has ADHD and he drives me crazy at times. He has issues focusing on school work sometimes and tends to rush through it.
Jennifer H says
Yes, we have days like that too. I hope you take a moment to check out the site. There may be some helpful tips for you and your son.
realarmyofmoms says
Its funny so many times teachers just assume that kids have ADHD. I am glad for this outline for recognizing it. Thanks
rsrote says
what a nice resource site
Jennifer H says
It really is! Be sure to pass it along if you know someone who may need a great site like this.
Andrea says
Great post! My mother had to deal with this a lot as a teacher as well. Not to mention having her own little hyperactive nugget at home! Guess I was a nightmare….
Jennifer H says
awww lol
jamie braun says
i have a nephew that has adhd. great resources here! thanks for sharing
Kathy says
I have seen this almost every year in my classroom as well. I am glad you are bringing awareness!