ADHD is a psychiatric disorder with symptoms of hyperactivity, attention problems and inability to delay requests (impulsivity). It is more mobile in comparison.
Attention problems
Difficulty in concentrating attention. Easily distracted by external stimuli.
Impulsivity
Irritability, inability to delay requests, interrupting others. And it doesn't have to be all together. A person can only have attention deficit or hyperactivity-impulsivity. Very variable moods can be observed in children with ADHD. However, it should be noted that ADHD can be treated
What are the Causes of ADHD?
ADHD is not caused by behavioral problems of parents and teachers. ADHD is a genetically caused, neurobiological disease.
Follow-up Studies have shown that;
School dropout rate of those with ADHD compared to those without ADHD is 32-40%
The rate of college completion is 5-10%
The rate of having few or no friends is 50%- 70
The rate of poor performance in business life is 70-80%
The rate of participation in antisocial activities is 40-50%
The rate of smoking and substance use is much higher.
The rate of displaying a personality disorder is 18-25%
2 They are much more likely to mislead and endanger their lives in different ways.
Attention Deficit Symptoms
To move constantly without being able to stand still
Don't talk too much
Don't be in a hurry
Experiencing problems in communicating with others
Inability to suppress their desires and impulses
Doesn't seem to listen to the other person
Not being organized and planned
Forgetting routine tasks
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Switch from one task to another
Symptoms of Hyperactivity
Continuous movement of hands and feet
Inability to stay still
Answer before completing the question Trying to catch up
Don't interrupt the other person
Cannot wait in line
Can't do anything silently
What is the Frequency of Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity in the Community ?
ADHD's prevalence in society is very high, such as 5-7%. It is a disorder that starts in childhood and can continue in adulthood at a rate of 60-70%. In preschool, primary school, and adolescence, the same symptoms are seen in general, such as not being able to do things that require attention for a long time, as well as difficulty in bilateral relations and haste.
There Are Positive Sides As Well As Negative
These are;
Being energetic
Creativity
Being approachable
Trusting people easily (sometimes more than necessary)
ADHD Treatment
If the individual with ADHD is a child, the diagnosis should be made by a child-adolescent psychiatry unit specialist. If it is an adult, adult psychiatry should be consulted. The first step in treatment is psychoeducation. The family should be made aware of, and they should be informed about how to make a treatment plan and what problems will arise if no treatment is given. The age of the treated patient is important, if the treatment is a child or adolescent, the help of the family will contribute positively to the treatment and will increase the recovery rate to a certain extent. ADHD treatment is carried out according to the patient's criteria, using medication and therapy. In drug treatment, the dose of the drug should be adjusted by the specialist. Methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, neurofeedback, playattention and attention training, applied simultaneously with drug therapy, provide rapid onset of treatment and better recovery rates. Therapies are psychotherapy and psychosocial therapy. ADHD can also be treated with the use of medication and psychotherapy together.
Advice to Parents
Creating clear statements and routines Try to see the positive side as well. Play games together Avoid arguments Make eye contact while talking.
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