| Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a | | | | always be on the go, fidgeting or wiggling. Homework |
| condition that shows up in young children, usually in their | | | | is hard for children with ADHD as well. It's hard for |
| preschool or kindergarten years. Children with ADHD | | | | them to concentrate and they cannot keep their mind |
| are usually fairly easy to identify because of their | | | | on what they're supposed to be doing. Class time can |
| behavior. ADHD makes it hard for kids to control their | | | | prove to be a challenge as well. A sound or sight at |
| behavior and pay attention. Many children have this | | | | any time can take their concentration away from the |
| condition and it is very normal for a few kids in one | | | | things they should be doing. Daydreaming is also a |
| classroom to have it. | | | | symptom of ADHD and the children that do this tend |
| It's important that you don't jump to conclusions if your | | | | to look lethargic or spacey. |
| child is exhibiting behavior linked to ADHD. All children | | | | Once your child had been properly diagnosed as |
| will be hyperactive, inattentive, impulsive and energetic | | | | having ADHD, there are a few different routes you |
| to some degree. So, you must take your child to get a | | | | can take. Some parents don't like the idea of giving |
| thorough evaluation before any judgments can be | | | | their child prescription drugs to help them focus and try |
| made. The only person qualified to diagnose a child as | | | | just working with their kids instead. They try to help |
| having ADHD is a professional in that field. | | | | them learn how to pay attention and sit still. But, this |
| The characteristics of a child with ADHD will vary. | | | | doesn't often work. If a child truly has ADHD, it's best |
| They might be impulsive, hyperactive, inattentive or a | | | | to listen to the recommendation of the doctor and try |
| combination of all three. Children with ADHD might | | | | whatever he/she advises. |