Adhd basic information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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This document discusses attention deficit disorder (ADHD). It begins by stating the objectives are to understand the physical nature of ADHD and know screening tools for diagnosis. It then discusses why ADHD is studied, listing that symptoms persist into adulthood for most and increase risks like substance abuse. Key symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impairment across settings. Common vulnerabilities, strengths, differential diagnosis, and screening tools are also outlined. The document concludes with a sample daily goal form for students to track their classroom participation.
Adhd basic information about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- 1. Dr. Shewikar El Bakry
- 2. Objectives Why ? To understand the physical nature of Attention Deficit Disorder To know where about screening tools for diagnosis
- 3. WHY study ADHD Symptoms affect all areas of life – academic, social, cognitive and behavioral performance. Symptoms persist to adulthood in 60-70% Children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD are at greater risk for experimentation with and abuse of alcohol and drugs, school and job failure, and accidental injuries. Effective treatment is indirect & adult dependent
- 6. ADHD KEY SYMPTOMS •Must have symptoms for at least 6-Months •Symptoms must be present prior to age 7 •Impairment Across Settings (2 or more) •Evidence of significant functional impairment •Symptoms are extremes of normal behavior
- 7. ADHD: Hyperactive/Impulsive fidgets or squirms can’t stay seated restless loud, noisy always “on the go” talks excessively blurts out impatient intrusive Often…
- 8. ADHD: Inattentive Appears to not be listening Follows through poorly on obligations Disorganized Dislikes sustained mental effort Loses needed objects Easily distracted Forgetful Careless errors, inattentive to detail Sustains attention poorly Often…
- 10. Typical Vulnerabilities Low self esteem Humiliation Feeling “dumb” Always “in trouble” Quick to lie about behavior Become defensive Feel defeated
- 11. Other ADHD qualities Sometimes work harder at avoiding work than actually doing it Academic progress is often a roller coaster – up and down all year Moody Really do want to do well Frustration
- 12. Strengths and “Gifts” Creative Charming Funny Social Sensitive and caring Hyperfocus Enthusiasm
- 14. Tools 1. Compliant: onset course duration 2. History : Developmental Medical Family Social 3. Rating scales: Conner’s BASC CBC Vanderbilt SNAP Re evaluate with no improvement or worsening
- 15. DAILY GOAL MY GOAL FOR TODAY IS: Effective Participation in Classroom Instruction DIRECTIONS FOR MY GOAL…. I WILL: •Raise my hand before answering questions •Look at my teacher when she is talking to the class •Stay at my desk until given permission to move •Listen without talking to others DAILY CHECK-IN TO DESCRIBE HOW I DID…… .I think that my performance today: NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 1 2 3 WAS THE BEST My Teacher thinks that my performance today: NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 1 2 3 WAS THE BEST Tomorrow I will: ____________________________ Teacher’s Signature & Comments:___________ __________________________________