Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts with the label parents and children

ADHD - What Do You Need To Know About It?

As a parent when you first come across the term ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) you would probably think of it as a puzzle and if the words are arranged correctly they would form a word which will make sense. Children with this disorder have trouble concentrating at school and at home. It can cause problem in learning and relationships which could continue to affect their adult life if not diagnosed during their childhood years. It is found more prevalent in boys than girls. What are the symptoms of this disorder and as a parent of a child who is showing some behavioral problems at school and home how can you easily identify it? ADHD in children can be identified by the following symptoms which include: Difficulty following instructions, Forgets things, Disorganized, Doesn't pay attention to details, Easily distracted, Does not listen, Trouble with tasks that require planning, Does not pay attention at school and at home. ADHD symptoms can be