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Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention deficit disorder is a condition characterized by the attention span that is less than expected for the age of the person. There is often age inappropirate hyperactivity and impulsivness. Attention deficit disorder is broken down in three sub catergories. Attention disorder dificit / hyperacity disorder: combined type, predominate inattentive and predominatly hyperactive or impulsive. The cause of the disorder is unknown. Some contributing factors includes prenatal toxic exposure and prematurity. There frequently is a family history of school problems, behavioral disorder or other psych- social problem. Sometimes a history of injuries to the central nervous systeem exsit. People with attention deficit disorder ( ADD) are easily distracted, and may be unable to focus more than a few moments on mental tasks. . They lack the ability to block out noise. A simple noise can capture their attention. ADD children are often in a state of confusion. They are poor at prioritizing, recognizing what is important, and making decisions based on reverent factors ( Taylor 15) While observing a child with ADD for one hour a few key things stood out. The child failed to complete tasks assigned to him and he was unable to follow more than one instruction at a time. Attention Deficit Disorder affects social and family relationships, school performance and self esteem.

Family relationships is most crucial when there is a child wi...