Category: ADHD

Introduction Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by a pattern of inattention or hyperactivity in a person. A patient with ADHD has a hard time keeping their attention on one subject, often suffering from hyperactive bursts of energy and struggling with impulsive decision-making (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2021). While any person can struggle with…

Introduction: Characteristics Associated with ADHD ADHD is an abbreviation for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A person suffering from ADHD experiences challenges in managing high levels of energy, controlling impulses, and maintaining attention. An ADHD patient can rarely sit still even for a few minutes. He or she may become distracted easily and act quickly on…

A learning difficulty is a condition that causes learning problems, particularly when writing, reading and doing math. A child with a learning disorder does not understand incoming information as a child who is usually developing normally. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental challenge described by several persistent issues, including troubles in concentrating (Lally & valentine,…

Table of Contents Introduction Diagnostic Criteria Etiology Functional Impairment Treatment References Introduction Mike is a 15-year-old White high school student in the 9th grade. He lives with his family in the city and transits to school from home every day. He suffers from attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) which is a fairly prevalent condition in the…

Table of Contents Article 1 Article 2 Article 3 Article 4 Article 5 References This paper presents an analysis of five scholarly articles on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. Article 1 The first article reviewed is based on the study of long-term effects persistently present after a 14-month treatment of ADHD children using…

Effective behavioral and pharmaceutical treatments are available to help reduce the symptoms of ADHD. These treatments can assist individuals in doing better at home, school, and in social situations. Each child should undergo a full assessment before starting treatment to determine the diagnosis and treatment strategy. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends combining medication…

Introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects an individuals mental health. Although symptoms start early in childhood, a practical diagnosis is made in adulthood. According to Posner et al. (2020), around 8% to 13% of all children around the world are affected by ADHD. This condition has been shown to dramatically raise…

Introduction Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is a psychological disorder that causes a persons brain to be abnormally hyperactive than usual behaviour. Different scholars have tried to differentiate between ADHD and hyperkinetic disorder, arguing that the two terms are not synonymous. However, WHO uses the two terms interchangeably to refer to the hyperactive psychological disorder.…

This is a systematic review of quantitative research studies and occupational therapy interventions for children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Firstly, Nielsen et al. (2017), provide a short introduction to the prevalence, symptomatology, and treatment of school-aged children with ADHD. ADHD is a chronic neurodevelopment disorder that affects 11% of children in the U.S.…

Table of Contents Introduction Pathophysiology Clinical manifestations Late signs and symptoms Nursing interventions Conclusion References Introduction Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the childrens most frequent neurodevelopmental diseases. Hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention are hallmarks of this disorder. Around 2.2% of school-aged children worldwide are affected by this. ADHD symptoms can range from hyperactivity…