Understanding Attention Deficit Disorder

The neurotransmitters are specific chemicals that helpSome of the symptoms of hyperactivity include
the brain to regulate the behavior of a person.restlessness of hands or feet, excessive fidgeting,
Researches have shown that the rate at which theproblems in playing or focusing on activities, or
brain uses glucose is lower in individuals who areexcessive talking.
suffering from Attention Deficit Disorder in comparisonSymptoms due to impulsiveness include interrupting a
to people who are not affected by ADD.conversation, impatience in waiting their turn, or blurting
Symptoms commonly found among children with ADDout answers even before the question is completed.
are inattentiveness, impulsive behavior andAdults with ADD are prone to risk-taking, careless or
hyperactivity. Children with Attention Deficitimpulsive behavior, and difficulty with time management
Hyperactivity Disorder find it difficult to do theirand organization. They often show an inability to
homework or any assigned task, and even in holdingstructure their lives and to plan complex daily tasks,
conversation. Those with ADHD often take part inand also difficulty in self-control and self-motivation.
risky activities and therefore suffer two to four timesADD is very difficult to diagnose and treat in younger
the rate of accidental injuries as do children or adultspeople as it is sometimes related with mood disorders,
without ADD.employment issues, substance abuse, relationship
Some of the symptoms of inattentiveness includeproblems or other psychological disorders. Previously it
making careless mistakes in homework or activities,was believed that children and adolescents would
difficulty in focusing on completing activities, difficulty ingrow out of ADD but now it is clear to psychologists
performing tasks, not listening, and being forgetful inthat if ADD is not treated in childhood then it can
daily activities.create problems for the patient or his family.