contents Introduction ADHD Epsen act Impact on learning Recommendations Reflection and conclusions Bibliography Introduction The author of this report chooses to write about a child with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and from now on will be referred to as ADHD. He is at present studying to be a Special needs assistant at Waterford College of further education. His work placement is in a crèche where he sometimes helps a child who not diagnosed with ADHD‚ the staff think he may
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Scientist have found that there are ten known genes that causes ADHD. These genes involve the dopamine receptors or transporting molecules (Batts). “Some of these genes may increase dopamine receptors on certain parts of the brain which may have the effect of depleting dopamine” (Batts). Let’s rewind for a second. ADHD is classified as a neuropsychiatric disorder. Neuro relating to nerves or the nervous system of the brain. The brain has a specific neurotransmitter deficiency‚ norepinephrine. Norepinephrine
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In today’s world ADHD is becoming more of a thing or a problem now than it was in years past. People now days may not be as informed about this condition as people should be. I feel as if it is becoming more of a “problem” that it really should be and people are struggling with this condition. They are most likely unaware of the problems that these people face and how hard it is to go on about their day like nothing is going on in their mind. ADD and ADHD are different things as to where people can
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Case Study: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Learning Team D Week Six Learning Team Assignment PSY/515 December 10‚ 2012 Naomi Hall-Byers‚ PhD‚ MPH University of Phoenix Material Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Background Information 1. Outline the major symptoms of the disorder discussed in the case. The major symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are problems with attention; in this area the child seems to ignore detail
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Ashford University Danielle S. Taylor ESE315: Survey of Exceptional Students (BDJ1520A) Instructor: Nancy Forbes June 2‚ 2015 Standard procedure when parents request diagnosis for a child without ADHD: o A federal law‚ called Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA)‚ requires public schools to facilitate the evaluation of students who show signs of learning disabilities following standard procedures (Powell‚ 2013). o Generally‚ the
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an increase of more than 40% percent compared to a decade ago. Today‚ over 30 million children in the United States have been identified with this disorder‚ and 99% of those diagnosed have been prescribed a stimulant-based medication. Article‚ The ADHD Epidemic in America‚ questions why so many people‚ especially children‚ are being diagnosed and prescribed at such an increased rate. Some say that doctors are over diagnosing patients while others believe that the epidemic is simply related to the
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stimuli in the environment” (Feldman‚2013). Attention allows us to focus on something particular in our environment while tuning out things that do not connect to something that affects the perception of the stimuli surrounding us. Common symptoms of ADHD or better known as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder may have a low tolerance for frustration. ADAH make children do things out of the ordinary like make loud noises‚ have difficulty with tasks like following instructions and organizing things
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the answer to treating ADHD‚ a neurobehavioral disorder that causes problems with attention‚ impulsivity and overactivity‚ according to the National Resource Center on AD/HD. In fact‚ experts say that using medication to treat the chronic disorder that affects between 3 percent and 7 percent of school-age children is not necessary in all cases. However‚ what is necessary - whether your child is on medication or not - is using other elements to control the effects of ADHD. The following tips can
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Review of WebMD article on ADHD Now a days‚ most people will believe everything that they read on the internet. This can provide them with false information on the subject they are researching. Not only does the false information give you a incorrect analysis‚ you may be dealing with a completely different illness or disease that the website is explaining. However‚ WebMD is a good source to find information on any type of disease or illnesses. I feel‚ when looking for medical information on disease
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ADHD is not a condition cure but is managed with proper medications‚ training‚ therapy it can be controlled per the national institute of mental health. Treatment provides those who are dealing with this condition a chance of having a better grasp of the symptom of inattention‚ hyperactivates- impulsivity that ADHD regularly demonstrate from a modest task from home to a public situation. The CDC stated that gene plays a part in the development of ADHD‚ it a disorder that has shown increased amount
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