Problem that interferes with learning in which students are easily distracted, have difficulty focusing and staying on task and also have difficulty controlling motor skills; students with ADHD seem restless and have a hard time sitting still; most students exhibit these behaviors at times but for students with ADHD it is excessive.
A syndrome that affects boys ten times more often than girls. The condition coexists with learning disability and behavioral disorders. Symptoms include hyperactivity (sometimes but not always), impulsivity, limited attention span, and sometimes language impairment.
ADD with hyperactivity, an inability to remain still.
A group of behaviors characterized by problems in focusing and maintaining attention to tasks. Many individuals with a diagnosis of ADHD exhibit communication problems or learning disabilities.
A complex neurobiological condition encompassing a cluster of symptoms, including byway of illustration and not limitation, impulsivity, low tolerance for frustration, short attention span, hyperarousal and difficulties in concentrating, that cause or exacerbate cognitive, emotional and behavioral problems.
A common condition in children who are hyperactive or inattentive; thought to be a neurobiological disorder
Diagnostic category of The American Psychiatric Association for a condition in which a child exhibits developmentally inappropriate inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
A condition which appears to manifest itself in hyperactivity. Identified in the US, it has been claimed to explain certain types of difficult behaviour.
Recommendation DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)"Studies show that low DHA intake in infancy can lead or contribute to Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)..."
A condition in which a child exhibits signs of developmentally inappropriate hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention. These characteristics are usually present before the age of 7.
A condition in which a person has a hard time paying attention, staying focused, and being organized. A person with ADHD may be unusually active and impulsive, although some people with ADHD are not especially active. ADHD can lead to learning problems and behavior problems.
a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders
While the exact cause of ADHD is unknown, it is thought to be a neurobiological disorder. Children with ADHD have been shown to have an abnormal brain metabolism. They use less glucose in the part of the brain that regulates attention, planning, and motor controls. The evidence suggests that ADHD is not a problem of low blood sugar levels but rather that the key areas of the brain are working less actively.
A disorder beginning in childhood that may continue into adulthood, characterized by problems with inattention, impulsivity and, frequently, hyperactivity.
Child is restless,constantly moving, short attention span, disturbed learning process.
A group of disorders of behavior. Symptoms often include a tendency to act on impulse and problems with paying attention.
Recommendation Magnesium" Magnesium is often given as part of a treatment for hyperactivity in kids, usually along with vitamin B6..." Recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)"See the link between ADHD and Magnesium..."
Persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequent and severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development and that interferes with developmentally appropriate social/academic functioning.
a syndrome (a group of symptoms or signs) that is usually characterized by serious and persistent difficulties resulting in: inattentiveness or "distractibility", impulsivity, and hyperactivity.
People with ADHD have three main kinds of problems: difficulty concentrating or paying attention, overactive behaviour and impulsive behaviour. ADHD is a developmental problem that usually starts in childhood. Some people have significant problems in concentration and attention, but are not necessarily overactive or impulsive.These people are sometimes described as having Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) rather than ADHD.
or ADHD, refers to a family of related chronic neurobiological disorders that interfere with an individual's capacity to regulate activity level (hyperactivity), inhibit behavior (impulsivity), and attend to tasks (inattention) in developmentally appropriate ways.
A child with ADHD displays the characteristics of ADD, but includes gross motor over-activity. Examples include: excessive running, talking, restlessness, or manipulation of objects.
A mental disorder characterized by persistent impulsive behavior, difficulty concentrating, and hyperactivity that causes lowered social, academic, or occupational functioning.
describes significant problems with inattention, excessive activity and impulsivity. ADHD is probably the most common developmental disorder; it is often associated with learning disorders and other developmental and psychosocial problems. Pure ADHD is fairly responsive to the treatment of core symptoms by medication; there is a growing interest in alternative methods of treatment including cognitive therapy as well as so-called “natural pharmaceuticals.” www.nami.org/Content/ContentGroups/Helpline1/Attention-Deficit_Hyperactivity_Disorder.htm
A medical condition characterised by three behaviours: inattentiveness, impulsiveness and over-activity, which are at a level that is inappropriate for a person's expected level of development.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a neurobehavioral disorder that makes learning and social interactions difficult, even for those with normal cognitive abilities, by causing individuals to be easily distracted and frustrated, fidgety, impulsive, and forgetful.
A cognitive disability characterised by hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating and impulsiveness.
A disorder involving impaired or diminished attention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity with symptoms presenting before age 7.
a lifelong developmental disorder that involves problems with attention span, impulse control, and activity level. Typical behaviors include: fidgeting; difficulty remaining seated; distractibility; difficulty waiting for turns; difficulty staying on task; difficulty playing quietly; excessive talking; inattention; forgetting supplies for tasks or activities; having trouble following directions; and engaging in physically dangerous activities without considering the consequences.
above, combined with age-inappropriate high activity levels and overly impulsive and disruptive behavior; may be masked in children with severe mobility impairment
A controversial diagnosis of a neurobiological disorder in children that can make it difficult for affected students to succeed in school. ADHD students often appear unmotivated, irresponsible, or inconsistent in their actions. Also known as "attention deficit disorder (ADD)."
Commonly called "hyperactivity," Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a clinical diagnosis based on specific criteria. These include excessive motor activity, impulsiveness, short attention span, low tolerance to frustration and onset before 7 years of age. Bb
A condition of the brain that results in excessive activity (hyperactivity), impulsivity, and difficulties with focusing attention. ADHD often makes it difficult for children to control their behavior in school and social settings. It is one of the most common chronic conditions of childhood and affects between 4 and 12 percent of all school-age children. About 3 times more boys than girls are diagnosed with ADHD.
A disorder of childhood and adolescence characterized by lack of impulse control, inability to concentrate and hyperactivity. Also called attention deficit disorder (ADD). The existence of ADHD in adults is a question still debated in the mental health field.
(ADHD): A developmental and behavioral disorder that is characterized by inattention, distractibility, hyperactivity and impulsivity that is inappropriate for a persons age level.
a lifelong developmental disorder that involves problems with attention span, impulse control, and activity level. Typical behaviors include: fidgeting or squirming; difficulty remaining seated when required; distractibility; difficulty waiting for turns in groups; difficulty staying on task with chores or play activities; difficulty playing quietly; excessive talking; inattention; and engaging in physically dangerous activities without considering the consequences.
A neurobiological disorder causing distractibility and inability to focus attention
According to the National Attention Deficit Disorder Association, “attention deficit hyperactivity disorder” is a diagnosis applied to children and adults who consistently display certain characteristic behaviors over a period of time. The most common core features include: distractibility (poor sustained attention to tasks), impulsivity (impaired impulse control and delay of gratification), and hyperactivity (excessive activity and physical restlessness) In order to meet diagnostic criteria, these behaviors must be excessive, long-term, and pervasive. The behaviors must appear before age seven, and continue for at least six months. A crucial consideration is that the behaviors must create a real handicap in at least two areas of a person's life, such as school, home, work, or social settings. These criteria set ADHD apart from the "normal" distractibility and impulsive behavior of childhood, or the effects of the hectic and overstressed lifestyle.
A syndrome primarily found in children and teenagers that is characterized by excessive physical movement, impulsiveness, and lack of attention.
Refers to a neurologically based, chemical disorder that impacts the ability to: attend to stimuli which is important (attention span); determine which external stimuli are relevant or not relevant (distractibility); reflect before acting (impulsivity); and control motor activity levels (hyperactivity). Can also be without hyperactivity characteristics(ADD).
Inability to concentrate, implusive, disruptive, non-compliant. This is a common malady for children prenatally exposed to drugs. **Medications given to aid this disorder can cause visual impairment. Children requiring such meds should have an eye exam. ADHD
Characterized by a very short attention span, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity.
ADHD is a lifelong developmental disability characterized by inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or some combination of these. For these problems to be diagnosed as ADHD, they must be out of the normal range for the child's age and development. Boys are diagnosed more often than girls with ADHD. ADHD often leads to learning and behavior problems at home, school, and work. Scientific studies, using advanced neuro-imaging techniques of brain structure and function, show that the brains of children with ADHD are different from those of other children. These children handle neurotransmitters (including dopamine, serotonin, and adrenalin) differently from their peers. Depression, sleep deprivation, specific learning disabilities, tic disorders, and oppositional/aggressive behavior problems may be confused with or appear along with ADHD.
ADHD is a condition that affects a child's ability to concentrate, which negatively impacts school performance and makes it difficult for the child to stay on task for long periods of time. This disorder is typically more common in boys than girls and can often be controlled by medication.
A common developmental and behavioral disorder. It is characterized by poor concentration, distractibility, hyperactivity and impulsiveness that are inappropriate for the child's age. Children and adults with ADHD are easily distracted by sights and sounds in their environment, cannot concentrate for long periods of time, are restless and impulsive, or have a tendency to daydream and be slow to complete tasks.
Recommendation Test Zinc Levels"Hyperactive children may be deficient in zinc, manganese and vitamin B6 and have an excess of lead and copper..."
Children with autism, Trevarthen et al A developmental disorder of early childhood causing problems with attention, activity levels and impulsivity.
ADHD) See attention deficit disorder.