ADHD is a developmental disorder that appears early in a child’s life. The principle characteristics include inattention, hyperactivity, or impulsivity. Whereas all children exhibit these symptoms to a degree, individuals with ADHD exhibit these behaviors at a higher level than is expected for the child’s developmental stage.
A child who is inattentive has difficulty focusing on one thing at a time. They may start a task but fail to finish. Unless they are doing something that is enjoyable to them, they tend to get bored after only a few minutes. The child is easily distracted by stimuli that are irrelevant to the task at hand. They have a tendency to daydream or “space out”. Because paying attention is a problem, they have a problem learning and understanding new material. They also have a tendency towards being disorganized, forgetful, and making careless mistakes.
Hyperactive children have a difficult time sitting still. When they do sit, they usually fidget with......
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