Does Your Child have Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD? by David Fitzgerald

b. Running, climbing, or leaving a seat in situations where sitting or quiet behavior is expected

c. Blurting out answers before hearing the whole question

d. Having difficulty waiting in line or taking turns

2. Predominantly inattentive type

a. Feeling restless, often fidgeting with hands or feet,

or squirming while seated

b. Running, climbing, or leaving a seat in situations where sitting or quiet behavior is expected

c. Blurting out answers before hearing the whole question

d. Having difficulty waiting in line or taking turns.

3. A Combination of both

Not everyone who is overly hyperactive, inattentive, or impulsive has ADHD. Since most people sometimes blurt out things they didn't mean to say, or jump from one task to another, or become disorganized and forgetful, how can specialists tell if the problem is ADHD?

Because everyone shows some of these behaviors at times, the diagnosis requires that such behavior be demonstrated to a degree that is inappropriate for the person's age. The behavior should appear before the age of 7 and the behavior must be consistent over several months.

Another indication in detecting the learning disability is to note if it is affecting two areas of the child's life. Some of these areas are schoolroom, playground, at home, community programs, or any social setting. So a child who is acting up on the playground, but seems normal in class, at home or other social events would not be diagnosed with AD/HD.

So it is important that you consult with a trained physician. Ideally, a professional in your area should make the diagnosis with training in ADHD or in the diagnosis of mental disorders. Clinical social workers may also have such training.

For More Information on AD/HD see our website.

Source: Nation Institute of Mental Health

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BIO:

David Fitzgerald is the owner of www.delvebookstore.com and develops sources on topics his customers have noted concerns.

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