Are you (or any of your children) having: difficulty in Learning,
unable to focus on a task,
talks excessively, or
interrupt conversations?
You/they might have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD).
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Everything You Need to Know About ADHD
A Thread 🪡 #ChiefRx
unable to focus on a task,
talks excessively, or
interrupt conversations?
You/they might have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD).
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Everything You Need to Know About ADHD
A Thread 🪡 #ChiefRx
https://twitter.com/ChiefPharmacst/status/1439711280349208576
ADHD is a mental health disorder that can cause above-normal levels of hyperactive & impulsive behaviors.
Those with ADHD may also have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods of time especially children.
Those with ADHD may also have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods of time especially children.
ADHD make it difficult for kids to pay attention & /or control their behavior
ADHD Symptoms:
-having trouble focusing or concentrating on tasks
-being forgetful about completing tasks
-being easily distracted
-hving difficulty sitting still
interrupting ppl while they’re talking
ADHD Symptoms:
-having trouble focusing or concentrating on tasks
-being forgetful about completing tasks
-being easily distracted
-hving difficulty sitting still
interrupting ppl while they’re talking
There are 3 main types types of ADHD.
1.) Predominantly HYPERACTIVE-impulsive type:
People with this type of ADHD show primarily hyperactive and impulsive behavior.
This can include interrupting people while they’re talking, fidgeting & not being able to wait their turn.
1.) Predominantly HYPERACTIVE-impulsive type:
People with this type of ADHD show primarily hyperactive and impulsive behavior.
This can include interrupting people while they’re talking, fidgeting & not being able to wait their turn.
2.) Predominantly inattentive
Those with this type of ADHD have extreme difficulty focusing, finishing tasks, & following instructions.
3.) Both 1 & 2.
Those with this type of ADHD have extreme difficulty focusing, finishing tasks, & following instructions.
3.) Both 1 & 2.
Boys are more than twice as likely as girls to receive an ADHD diagnosis. This may be because boys tend to exhibit hallmark symptoms of hyperactivity.
TREATMENT for ADHD simply includes behavioral therapies & medications.
TREATMENT for ADHD simply includes behavioral therapies & medications.
- psychotherapy or talk therapy.
With talk therapy, you or your child will discuss how ADHD affects your life & ways to help you manage it.
- Mindfulness meditation
- Meditations such methylphenidate & amphetamine-based stimulants
- Atomoxetine & some Antidepressants
With talk therapy, you or your child will discuss how ADHD affects your life & ways to help you manage it.
- Mindfulness meditation
- Meditations such methylphenidate & amphetamine-based stimulants
- Atomoxetine & some Antidepressants
Teachers can map out individual guidelines for a student with ADHD. This may include allowing EXTRA TIME for assignments & tests or developing a personal reward system.
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If you or kids is experiencing any of those similar symptoms, kindly CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR .
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If you or kids is experiencing any of those similar symptoms, kindly CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR .
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