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ADHD- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

   ADHD- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 
     This is a severe condition hyperactivity and attention difficulty.
Symptoms of ADHD
 -Emotional turmoil: This is a state of confusion or agitation in an individual. A child with ADHD always seem confused and is unable to make decisions. 
-Self-focused behavior: A common sign of ADHD is what looks like an inability to recognize other people's needs and desires. 
-Daydreaming: Daydreaming can be normal if you can snap yourself out of it easily but children with ADHD have intense daydreaming, hence it is very difficult for the brain to self-regulate. They are hyperfocused while they are daydreaming, you can call their name and they may not hear you. You may need to stand right in front of them to get their attention. This results in difficulties in their daily relationship with others and also academics. 
Other symptoms include;
-Interrupting
-Trouble waiting for their turn
-Forgetfulness
-Fidgeting
-Problems playing quietly 
-Unfinished tasks
-Lack of focus/Inattention
-Avoidance of tasks
-Mistakes
-Trouble getting organized 
Symptoms as Children get older
   Children as they grow older might not behave like other kids of their age do, they tend to have issues attending to instructions, focusing on school work, keeping up with assignments, completing tasks, social interaction and maintaining personal hygiene. 
Diagnosis 
   Deciding if a child has ADHD is a process with several steps. There is no single test to diagnose ADHD, and many other problems, like anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and certain types of learning disabilities can have similar symptoms. One step of the process involves having a medical exam, including hearing and vision tests, to rule out other problems with symptoms like ADHD. Diagnosing ADHD usually includes a checklist for rating ADHD symptoms and taking a history of the child from parents, teachers, and sometimes the child. 
Treatments
    In most cases, ADHD is best treated with a combination of behavior therapy and medication. For pre-school aged children (4-5 years) with ADHD, behavior therapy, particularly training for parents, is recommended as the first line of treatment before medication is tried. What works best can depend on the child and family. Good treatment plans will include close monitoring, follow-ups, and making changes, if needed along the way. 

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