Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a mental disorder. ADHD affects 11% of children ages 4-17 as of 2011. Individuals with this disorder find it difficult to pay attention for an extended amount of time, become motivated, and control impulsivity. ADHD is subdivided into three different types. The 1st form of ADHD is one where the individual experiences symptoms of hyperactivity (ADHD) are seen to have a very energetic personality and can’t sit still for very long. The second form of ADHD is one where the individual does not experience hyperactivity, rather symptoms of inattentiveness is called ADD, or Attention Deficit Disorder. The third form of ADHD is the combined type. Those with the combined type share symptoms of ADHD and ADD. ADHD was first acknowledged as a mental disorder in 1980 when it was added to the 3rd edition of the DSM, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of mental disorders. Back then it was labeled ADD with or without hyperactivity until it was changed to ADHD in later versions. The most recent DSM serves as the diagnostic criteria doctors are required to use in order to diagnose ADHD. The diagnostic test rates patients on a scale in three categories; inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. A diagnosis of ADHD in children under 18 has many more requirements because treatment for ADHD involves stimulant drugs. In such a case, diagnoses is done by having the parents and school teachers of the child that is suspected to have the disorder, describe their behavior in school and at home. The number of adults diagnosed with ADHD is lower than the number of kids diagnosed with ADHD. Research shows that ADHD symptoms can improve the older one gets, but for many... ... middle of paper ... ...ut for its ability to make the use smarter however this is a common misconception that ADHD drugs improve intelligence, they do not. The behavioral disorder known as ADHD affects many in the world. With its symptoms of inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, ADHD can impair one’s ability to complete everyday tasks. ADHD is treatable. Many people who suffer from ADHD rely on medication to give them the added focus to function in everyday life. But treatment through medication isn’t perfect, but for some it is there only option. As research continues on ADHD and its functions, so does the treatment. Hopefully in the near future there will be medication that will cause no side effects or alter the individual’s personality. The future for ADHD treatment is a bright one, progress is being made every day to reveal the secrets of this behavioral disorder.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects 11% of children ages 4-17 as of 2011. individuals with this disorder find it difficult to pay attention for an extended amount of time.
- Explains that adhd was first acknowledged as a mental disorder in 1980 when it was added to the 3rd edition of the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders.
- Explains that if identical twins show a higher similarity in adhd symptoms, it suggests genetics. the exact reason for lowered brain activity in those with adhd is unknown, but it is caused by an insufficient amount of dopamine in the frontal lobe of the brain.
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects 11% of children ages 4-17 as of 2011. individuals with this disorder find it difficult to pay attention for an extended amount of time.
- Explains that adhd was first acknowledged as a mental disorder in 1980 when it was added to the 3rd edition of the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders.
- Explains that if identical twins show a higher similarity in adhd symptoms, it suggests genetics. the exact reason for lowered brain activity in those with adhd is unknown, but it is caused by an insufficient amount of dopamine in the frontal lobe of the brain.
- Explains that adhd drugs are commonly used for recreational purposes, but they affect those without adhd differently than those with.
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- ADHD and Its Treatmentsanalytical essayThe purpose of this research was to describe and understand Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the most effective treatment options that are available today. ADHD is a mental health disorder that affects 3-9% of the population in ways that, if left untreated, can wreak havoc on the mind of the sufferer. It makes concentration difficult, large tasks seem insurmountable, and causes impulsive and hyperactive tendencies. Fortunately, research and experiments have led to new and effective treatments to help those who suffer from this disorder (Dupaul 8). This research examined journal articles and internet sources on the topic to help unlock the complexities of the disorder through scientific research. It also was a way to separate the myths of the disorder from the truths, while discovering the causes, diagnosis methods, and best treatment alternatives to battle this prevalent disorder.
In this essay, the author
- Explains the purpose of this research was to describe and understand attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) and the most effective treatment options that are available today.
- Explains that sir george f. published a series of lectures to the royal college of physicians in 1902 in which he described impulsive children with significant behavioral problems caused by genetic dysfunction and not by poor child rearing.
- Analyzes how adhd can be challenging for children and adolescents. they act impulsively without addressing the consequences of their actions until it is too late.
- Explains the purpose of this research was to describe and understand attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) and the most effective treatment options that are available today.
- Explains that sir george f. published a series of lectures to the royal college of physicians in 1902 in which he described impulsive children with significant behavioral problems caused by genetic dysfunction and not by poor child rearing.
- Analyzes how adhd can be challenging for children and adolescents. they act impulsively without addressing the consequences of their actions until it is too late.
- Argues that neurobiology and genetics play a dominant role in the cause of adhd.
- Explains that the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (dsm-iv) illustrates three patterns of behavior to note when diagnosing the disorder.
- Explains that experts categorize patients into three subtypes based on their hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentiveness.
- Explains that the diagnosis of adhd can be difficult because many healthy people exercise symptoms of the disorder. the diagnostic guidelines also contain specific requirements for determining when the symptoms indicate adhd.
- Explains that the person's behavior is compared against a set of criteria and characteristics of the disorder as listed in the dsm-iv-tr.
- Explains that a psychiatrist can prescribe stimulants to help combat the symptoms of adhd. stimulants reduce hyperactivity and impulsivity and improve focus, work, and learn.
- Explains that mental health professionals have shown dramatic improvements in controlling some of the negative behaviors associated with adhd. psychotherapy involves patients working with a therapist to help them like and accept themselves despite their disorder.
- Explains that the nimh reaffirms the effectiveness of multi-modal treatment for adhd by examining three experimental conditions: medication management alone, behavioral treatment alone or combination of medication and behavioral treatments.
- Explains that although there is no cure for adhd, there are effective treatments to considerably increase the quality of life of persons suffering from the disorder.
- Explains that the nimh conducted several experiments to support the assertions that genetic disposition and neurobiology were possible causes of adhd.
- Opines that there is an alternative way to interpret the evidence. genetics is linked to a person's chance of having adhd. they have had friends with adhd whose parents exhibit similar symptoms.
- Opines that genetics and neurobiology determine the patterns of adhd, and concludes that more research is needed before drawing an absolute conclusion.
1853 wordsRead More - According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one-half of 1.6 million elementary school-aged children diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have also been diagnosed with a learning disability (LD) (Brown University Child and Adolescence Behavior Letter, 2001). The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (1997) stated that ADHD affects 3 to 5 percent of all children, and boys are three times more likely to be affected by the disorder than girls. The cause of ADHD is unknown, and the disorder and its symptoms are chronic and pervasive (www.asha.org). In the Fourth Edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual ADHD is categorized into three subtypes which are ADHD Predominantly Inattention Type, ADHD Predominantly Hyperactivity-Impulsive Type, and ADHD Combined Type.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that one-half of 1.6 million elementary school-aged children diagnosed with adhd have a learning disability. the cause of adhd is unknown, and its symptoms are chronic and pervasive.
- Explains that inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity have their effects on speech and language.
- Explains that marshall and hynd's study showed math achievement differences among the two subtypes. children with add without hyperactivity scored significantly lower in mathematics than children with adhd.
- Explains that one-half of 1.6 million elementary school-aged children diagnosed with adhd have a learning disability. the cause of adhd is unknown, and its symptoms are chronic and pervasive.
- Explains that inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity have their effects on speech and language.
- Explains that marshall and hynd's study showed math achievement differences among the two subtypes. children with add without hyperactivity scored significantly lower in mathematics than children with adhd.
- Explains that the kaufman test of educational achievement (ktea) was given to 4 groups of children that measured reading decoding, reading comprehension, spelling, and arithmetic computation.
- Explains that the study of prater investigated the effects of self-monitoring of academic performance and on-task behaviors on children with learning disabilites and add/adhd.
1238 wordsRead More - What Is ADHD?explanatory essayAttention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a heritable, neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity (del Campo et al, 2011). The disorder begins in early childhood and persists into adolescence, and for 70% it continues on to adulthood (Sharma & Couture, 2014). Those who suffer ADHD experience challenges, particularly during their development. Impulsivity and inattention often result in lower performance in school, and greater incidents of motor accidents and¬ risky behaviour. Additionally, individuals with ADHD have higher rates of one or more comorbidities including major depression and anxiety disorders (Sharma & Couture).
In this essay, the author
- Explains that there have not been any genes identified that are of major risk of adhd, however, investigations of de novo "rare copy number variations" (cnvs) as possibly pathogenic (lionel et al, 2011).
- Opines that the success of stimulants on adhd symptoms has led to the concept of chemical imbalances of da and ne in the prefrontal cortex being responsible for the deficits.
- Explains that adhd is a heritable neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
- Explains that there have not been any genes identified that are of major risk of adhd, however, investigations of de novo "rare copy number variations" (cnvs) as possibly pathogenic (lionel et al, 2011).
- Opines that the success of stimulants on adhd symptoms has led to the concept of chemical imbalances of da and ne in the prefrontal cortex being responsible for the deficits.
- Explains that adhd is a heritable neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
- Explains that dysfunction in the dopaminergic and norepinephrine systems leads to impaired impulse and attention control, as well as hyperactivity.
- Explains that the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, 5th edition (dsm-v) outlines the guidelines to diagnose adhd.
- Explains that psychostimulants are effective in controlling adhd symptoms, while behaviour therapy is effective for long-term treatment.
1085 wordsRead More - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)explanatory essayAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), more commonly referred to as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), has only recently come to notice of scientists. It affects 3.5 million people under the age of 18 and 5 million people over the age of 18. Its current cause of existence is due to defects at neurotransmitter sites, rendering patients inattentive and impulsive. However, every year more progress is made in locating the cause and finding more effective treatments. ADHD's first diagnosis was made in 1902 by Dr. George Still. He observed 20 children who were inattentive, impulsive, hyperactive, and showed mood swings. He initially attributed their behavior to mild brain damage. By 1917 ADHD or constantly active was still thought to have this cause. At this time, viral encephalitis seemed to be linked to the disease because, after being infected, children had impaired attention, memory, and impulse control. In 1937 ADHD was known as minimal brain dysfunction and began to be treated with amphetamines, which made children with the disorder much calmer.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) affects 3.5 million people under 18 and 5 million over the age of 18. it is due to defects at neurotransmitter sites, rendering patients inattentive and impulsive.
- States that the diagnostical and statistical manual of mental disorder, fourth edition, has cumulated all the various behaviors of children with adhd and listed 9 trademark symptoms of adhd.
- Explains that adhd is a maladaptive behavior that can be eliminated by examining the child's developmental history and current behavior.
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) affects 3.5 million people under 18 and 5 million over the age of 18. it is due to defects at neurotransmitter sites, rendering patients inattentive and impulsive.
- States that the diagnostical and statistical manual of mental disorder, fourth edition, has cumulated all the various behaviors of children with adhd and listed 9 trademark symptoms of adhd.
- Explains that adhd is a maladaptive behavior that can be eliminated by examining the child's developmental history and current behavior.
- Explains that the most popular method of diagnosis of adhd is the attention deficit disorder behavior rating scale (addbr).
- Explains that the most widely accepted cause of adhd is neurotransmitter deficiencies. dopamine and nerepenephrin regulate attention and impulsiveness areas of the brain.
- Explains that patients with adhd have decreased blood flow and lower levels of electrical activity in the frontal lobes, lower glucose metabolism in regions that regulate movement and attention, and resistance to the thyroid hormone.
- Explains that the cause of adhd points to biological disturbances, so medications are used to diminish the disorder.
- Explains that ritalin, dexedrine, and cylert are the most commonly used stimulants to alleviate the symptoms of adhd.
- Explains that sometimes other medications are needed in addition to stimulants or antidepressants. beta-blockers decrease anxiety and tension. clonidine helps to increase calmness. depression is a common complaint of adhd patients.
- Argues that some psychologists feel that adhd patients need special education and therapy more than medication. therapy aids in adjustment to the disorder, but medication helps the actual symptoms.
- Explains that there is much to be learned about attention deficit disorder, but current treatments are effective. the sooner adhd is detected, the sooner the child can live a more normal lifestyle into his/her adulthood.
- Explains that oedipus and the momma's boys: attention deficit disorder paper/resource page from an adder.
1014 wordsRead More - Over-diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)explanatory essayAttention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder composed of three major components: inattentiveness, impulsivity, and motor hyperactivity. Symptoms of these components include excessive fidgeting with hands or feet, repeated difficulty remaining seated, following through on instructions, extreme difficulty in attempting to play quietly, and excessive interruption of conversations, just to list a few. A child with ADHD can bear one or all of these features, depending on the severity of the case. These children usually have functional impairments in a variety of places including the home, school, and in relationships with fellow peers. These signs can come and go, being extremely prevalent one day and unnoticeable the next.
In this essay, the author
- Analyzes how bobby leaped out of his seat seven times to sharpen his pencil, accidentally colliding with other students desks and chairs, sending papers and books plunging to the floor.
- Explains that attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder is a disorder composed of three major components: inattentiveness, impulsivity, and motor hyperactivity. symptoms include excessive fidgeting with hands or feet, repeated difficulty remaining seated, following through on instructions, extreme difficulty in playing quietly.
- Explains that adhd is a complicated disorder, and there is no clear consensus on what the cause or causes of this disease are.
- Analyzes how bobby leaped out of his seat seven times to sharpen his pencil, accidentally colliding with other students desks and chairs, sending papers and books plunging to the floor.
- Explains that attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder is a disorder composed of three major components: inattentiveness, impulsivity, and motor hyperactivity. symptoms include excessive fidgeting with hands or feet, repeated difficulty remaining seated, following through on instructions, extreme difficulty in playing quietly.
- Explains that adhd is a complicated disorder, and there is no clear consensus on what the cause or causes of this disease are.
- Explains that adhd affects two million children in the united states, which translates into three to five percent of all school-age children. however, there is not proper testing for adhd before the diagnosis is completed.
- Explains that doctors quickly diagnose adhd due to the persistence of parents. they demand drugs from their doctors, and if they refuse to fulfill their demands, they will find a physician that is more understanding of their views.
- Explains that ritalin is the most popular stimulant to be prescribed and has a series of adverse side effects.
- Explains that doctors have to find a new way to deal with this overwhelming increase in adhd more effectively, instead of continually administering ritalin.
- Explains that in eeg training for adhd, they present information to the child about what is happening at that moment in his cortex.
- Describes how a thirteen-year-old boy, named david, was diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and placed on ritalin.
- Explains how david's adhd was diagnosed by a licensed psychologist and certified neurotherapist at a center for educational and personal development (cepd). he began using neurofeedback to alter his brain functioning so he could daydream less and pay attention more.
- Explains that ritalin is used to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children. the drug is prescribed to children who are manipulated into something that they are not.
- Explains barkley, r. a., attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - a handbook for diagnosis and treatment.
- Opines that biederman, joseph m.d., and faraone, stephen ph
2641 wordsRead More - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorderanalytical essayFor a typical person with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) sitting down to do a task such as homework can be agonizing, the physical act of staying in place, being as difficult as concentrating on the work. The person with ADHD may go on in life to have social problems because symptoms such as hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity, are mistaken as laziness or self-centeredness (14). The problems of ADHD often develop further manifesting as compulsive disorder, depression, school and job failure, relationship trouble, and substance addiction (5). ADHD is a psychiatric disorder, first documented by the medical society in 1902, that is diagnosed in 3%-5% of school age children (14). Although, there have been many changes in the understanding of the still puzzling disorder, the diagnostic criteria now given for ADHD are given by the DSM-IV, which provides lists of symptoms for three types. The person can have the hyperactivity type, the inattentive type, or a combination of the two, which is a third type. In order to be diagnosed with either type the person must express six of the symptoms from one category or the other, and the symptoms must have been present for at least six months. The person has the combination type if they have six symptoms from both categories (8) .
In this essay, the author
- Explains that adhd is a psychiatric disorder, first documented by the medical society in 1902, that is diagnosed in 3%-5% of school age children.
- Explains that many of the symptoms listed in the dsm-iv make adhd sound more like a personality type rather than disorder. approximately 2/3 of children diagnosed with adhd are comorbid, but are otherwise deemed normal.
- Explains the neurobiological brain differences between normal people and those diagnosed with adhd.
- Explains that adhd is a psychiatric disorder, first documented by the medical society in 1902, that is diagnosed in 3%-5% of school age children.
- Explains that many of the symptoms listed in the dsm-iv make adhd sound more like a personality type rather than disorder. approximately 2/3 of children diagnosed with adhd are comorbid, but are otherwise deemed normal.
- Explains the neurobiological brain differences between normal people and those diagnosed with adhd.
- Explains some of the newer studies supporting differences in the adhd brain are as follows: quantitative eeg and positron emission tomography.
- Opines that there are neurobiological differences between the adhd brain and a normal brain, indicating that those with adhd will struggle to conform to today's society.
- Cites the article "alterations in the functional anatomy of working memory in adults with adhd" from the american journal of psychiatry.
- Explains the clinical role of computerized eeg in the evaluation and treatment of learning and adhd in children and adults.
- Analyzes the article, "adult adhd and social skills: what does everybody else know that i don't?"
- Analyzes the article "high midbrain f dopa accumulation in children with adhd" from the american journal of psychiatry.
- Analyzes the article "adhd gets some attention" from neuroscience for kids, off the serendip website.
- Explains that hyperfrontalityin adhd during higher-order motor control: a study with functional mri, published in the american journal of psychiatry.
- Analyzes the association between the 7-repeat allele of the dopamine d4 receptor gene and adhd.
- States that mri brain imaging of white matter in children is a current study being carried out by nimh.
- Describes the current study being carried out by nimh, "study of adhd using transcranial magnetic stimulation."
- Describes nimh's study on biological markers in childhood psychiatric disorders.
1532 wordsRead More - ADHDexplanatory essayAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is usually when a child or an adult isn’t able to focus, is overactive, not able control behavior, or a combination of all of these. ADHD is a neurobehavioral disorder and to be diagnosed the person must considered to be out of the normal range for a person's age and development. There’s three types of ADHD Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type, Predominantly Inattentive Type, and Combination Type. The first type, behavior is determined by hyperactivity and impulsivity, not inattentiveness. Usually doctors can tell this specific type through symptoms like trouble playing quietly, talking excessively or out of turn, can’t sit neither stand still, etc. The second type behavior is marked by inattentiveness, not hyperactivity and impulsivity. This type is determined on how focused your child is, forgetfulness, listening, ability to understand directions, etc. Lastly the third type is a combination of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentive symptoms which is the most common type of ADHD. While lastly this type is determined if u have a combination of the symptoms listed before. According to NY Times Daily News about 6.4 million children have received an ADHD diagnosis at some point. There has been a 16% increase since 2007 as well as a 53% increase in the past decade. Over the course of years there’s been a doubt of the diagnostic of ADHD therefore there’s been new changes in the criteria.
In this essay, the author
- Explains that adhd is a neurobehavioral disorder characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentiveness.
- Explains the side effects of adhd medication, including decreased appetite, headaches, difficulty falling asleep, irritability, and stomach aches. misuse of stimulants can lead to malnutrition and cardiovascular complications.
- Explains that the diagnostic changes in adhd have made it easier to determine if someone is out of normal development. the change also impacts the public's perception because now there are more wary of how psychiatric medicine, diagnosis, and treatment is handled.
- Explains that adhd is a neurobehavioral disorder characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattentiveness.
- Explains the side effects of adhd medication, including decreased appetite, headaches, difficulty falling asleep, irritability, and stomach aches. misuse of stimulants can lead to malnutrition and cardiovascular complications.
- Explains that the diagnostic changes in adhd have made it easier to determine if someone is out of normal development. the change also impacts the public's perception because now there are more wary of how psychiatric medicine, diagnosis, and treatment is handled.
- Explains that the diagnostic criteria and the name used to describe the characteristics of adhd have changed over time to be more precise.
894 wordsRead More - Overview Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)explanatory essayAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder also known as ADHD is a psychological condition. There are three sets of symptoms associated with ADHD: inattention and distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. (Counseling Center , 2007). ADHD is a brain disorder and is one of the most common childhood brain disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, 2012). It is the inability of a child to stay still, stay focused and inactive. The symptoms of this disorder include difficulty controlling behavior, difficulty staying focused and paying attention and hyperactivity (over-activity). In order for a child to be diagnosed with ADHD not all symptoms have to be present. These symptoms can make it challenging for a child with ADHD to be successful in school, getting along with other children, or finishing tasks at home. (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, 2012). ADHD is recognized under Axis 1 in the DSM-V, as it is classified as a clinical syndrome.
In this essay, the author
- Introduces the topic of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) by giving a definition and description of the disorder, then covering why and how it is developed in children and its progression.
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) is a psychological condition characterized by inattention, distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
- Explains that adhd is a developmental disorder, meaning symptoms should be present in early childhood and continue into adulthood. adhd has three subtypes: inattention and distractibility, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
- Introduces the topic of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) by giving a definition and description of the disorder, then covering why and how it is developed in children and its progression.
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) is a psychological condition characterized by inattention, distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
- Explains that adhd is a developmental disorder, meaning symptoms should be present in early childhood and continue into adulthood. adhd has three subtypes: inattention and distractibility, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
- Explains that adhd occurs in 1 in every 20 children, but is underdiagnosed in girls. according to the centers for disease control, 4.4 million youth have adhd.
863 wordsRead More - Not an Education Thing, It’s a Medical Thing: Attention Defiance Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)analytical essayThe treatment of people with ADHD has varied over the years with what they can and cannot do. “ADHD stands for Attention-defiance hyperactivity disorder, it is a condition characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity” (NAMI). Usually, it is diagnosed in early childhood, but it is not limited to children, adults can also be diagnosed later in their years. The diagnose effects about 9% in children ages 9-17 and 2-4% adults. The symptoms are different for everyone, because there is such a wide range of diagnoses. ADHD itself cannot be determined by just one test, it takes a series of test. Symptoms include, difficult engaging is activities quietly, excessive talking, difficult times in paying attention and failure to pay attention to close details. Although it is hard for many to understand, ADHD is not an educational thing, it is a medical thing.
In this essay, the author
- Argues that the overly restrictive policy regarding adhd medication is something that needs to be adjusted. the military services believe it is helping people who want to enlist but cannot handle the pressure of being in the military.
- Explains that in school laws are made to try and make children with adhd more equal to the others who do not have it.
- Explains that adhd is not an educational thing, it is a medical thing mainly involving behavior.
- Argues that the overly restrictive policy regarding adhd medication is something that needs to be adjusted. the military services believe it is helping people who want to enlist but cannot handle the pressure of being in the military.
- Explains that in school laws are made to try and make children with adhd more equal to the others who do not have it.
- Explains that adhd is not an educational thing, it is a medical thing mainly involving behavior.
- States that nami is the national alliance on mental illness. dutton, judy. "adhd parenting advice from michael phelps' mom."
580 wordsRead More - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)explanatory essayAttention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), once called hyperkinesis or minimal brain dysfunction, is one of the most common mental disorders among children. (Elia, Ambrosini, Rapoport, 1999) It affects 3 to 5 percent of all children, with approximately 60% to 80% of these children experiencing persistence of symptoms into adolescence and adulthood, causing a lifetime of frustrated dreams and emotional pain. There are two types of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: an inattentive type and a combined type. The symptoms of ADHD can be classified into three categories: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. This behaviour stops ADHD sufferers from focussing deliberately on organising and completing a specific task that they may not enjoy, learning new skills or information is proved to be impossible. An example of such behaviour is recognised by the report written by the National Institute of Mental Health where one of the subjects under study was unable to pass schooling examinations due to her inattentive behaviour. Such behaviour can damage the person's relationships with others in addition to disrupting their daily life, consuming energy, and diminishing self-esteem. (National Institute of Mental Health 1999) There are also secondary symptoms which are associated with ADHD, such as learning disorders, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, tic disorders, and conduct disorders. (Spencer, Biederman, and Wilens 1999 in Monastra V, Monastra D, George, 2002)
In this essay, the author
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects 3 to 5 percent of children, with persistence of symptoms into adolescence and adulthood.
- Explains that stimulant drugs are widely used to treat the symptoms of adhd, such as methylphenidate, dextroamphetamine and pemoline.
- Explains the effectiveness of atomoxetine, a stimulant drug used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Explains that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects 3 to 5 percent of children, with persistence of symptoms into adolescence and adulthood.
- Explains that stimulant drugs are widely used to treat the symptoms of adhd, such as methylphenidate, dextroamphetamine and pemoline.
- Explains the effectiveness of atomoxetine, a stimulant drug used for the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.
- Explains that another trial on the topic of treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has included five newest food and drug administration (fda) approved stimulant agents — concerta, metadate cd, ritalin la, adderall xr, focalin.
- Explains that innovative technology has fuelled the development of new release mechanisms and isolation of active enantiomer components with the hopes of enhancing the duration of action and improving the safety and effectiveness of stimulant agents.
- Explains that concerta was the first extended relief or long-lasting drug available for the sufferers of adhd. metadate cd is the second stimulant drug on the market.
- Compares the characteristics of newly approved psychostimulants based on age and over 6 years. the recommended daily dose is 54 mg 60 mg.
- Explains that ritalin la uses the spheroidal oral drug absorption system (sodas) technology producing the same effect as a normal stimulant taken at four-hour intervals.
- Explains that the final experiment that researches the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder focuses on the combining effects of stimulant therapy, such as ritalin, eeg biofeedback, and the parenting style.
- Explains that research is done to improve conditions and quality of life for those suffering from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. stimulant therapy can be conveniently taken once a day. alternative treatments are available.
- Cites brown university child and adolescent behavior center's report that fda approves new nonstimulant treatment for adhd.
- Cites michelson, albert j. allen, joan busner, charles casat, david dunn, christopher kratochvil, jeffrey newcorn, f. randy sallee, r. bart sangal, keith saylor, scott west, douglas kelsey,
- Explains the effects of stimulant therapy, eeg biofeedback, and parenting style on the primary symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
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