Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most neurodevelopmental disorder of childhood.it usually first diagnosed in children and often last in adulthood.The behavior disturbance of children with ADHD significantly impairs their social ,academic or occupational functioning .
untreated ADHD increases risk of future complications such as poor academic performance and learning delay low self esteem and poor social skills.
causes:-
The exact cause is not clear ,factors that may be involved in the ADHD include genetic the environmental or problems with the central nervous system at key moment in development.
brain injury
exposure to environmental eg lead , during pregnancy or at younger age.
alcohol and tobacco use during pregnancy
low birthweight
Signs and symptoms:-
Types:-
Three types
1.predominantly inattentive presentation
2.predominantly hyper active impulsive presentation
3.combined presentation
its hard for the individual to organize or finish a task, to pay attention to details or to follow instructions, the person forgets easily of daily routines.
They feels restless and has trouble with impulsivity.smaller children may fun and jump or climb constantly.The person fidgets and talk a lot .it hard to sit still for long. children a interrupt others a lot grab things from peoples
As ADHD kids require more supervision establish a positive relationship give them simple rules provide opportunities for physical action, play time, smooth words and no scolding with frequent positive feedback. Teachers should give them near by seat near positive role models.
Eating plenty of fruits ,vegetables, whole grains protein sources help them to stay good. Some of the common foods that worsen ADHD reactions include milk ,chocolate, soy, wheat, eggs, beans orange etc.
Behavioral therapy ,medication, lifestyle careful watching caressing and motivation can make it easier for the child to deal with his problems.But as their nature itself is full fledge activity, better give them responsibility and little job as they can deal with or make them help in households activities like home arrangements, gardening .