Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder controversies

In the early 70s, the main focus started to shift towards attention deficit rather than the concept of hyperactivity (Lange et al., 2010). In fact, 4 years after the implementation of the DSM-II, Douglas (1972) argued that deficits such as sustained attention and impulse control deserved more notability. Also, these symptoms responded better to stimulants treatment than hyperactivity (Douglas, 1972). For this reason coupled with the influence of the scientific community, a complete reconceptualization

true that people with Attention Deficit Disorder struggle in school or in everyday situations, but they can adapt and learn ways to use this disability to their advantage. There are many people that are and can become very successful despite having Attention Deficit Disorder. Explaining attention deficit disorder is not easy, there is a lot of myths and controversy about this disorder. I know first-hand the struggles and the controversy surrounded by Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.) because it was

over-diagnosed. I chose to accompany the review by C. Collins with the article, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, which originated from the Facts on File; Issues and Controversies Database. After reading both the review and the article I highly believe that ADHD is definitely over-diagnosed. In the article, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, the disorder is defined, as well as the current treatment for the disorder which tends to be the drug Ritalin. While there are many other drugs available

true that people with Attention Deficit Disorder struggle in school or with everyday situations but they can adapt and learn ways to use this disability to their advantage. There are many people that are and can become very successful despite having Attention Deficit Disorder. Explaining attention deficit disorder is not easy, there are a lot of myths and controversy about this disorder. I know first-hand the struggles and the controversy surrounded by Attention Deficit Disorder (A.D.D.) because I was

the major causes of this is due to Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, most commonly referred to as ADHD, is a neurological disorder that develops during childhood and can persist into adulthood. This chronic

child cannot sit still or does not have the attention span required? This child gets a label of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder and is possibly medicated at a young age. Studies have been trying to understand the cause of this disorder and a better way to diagnose it; however, this topic and disorder is still surrounded in a great deal controversy. Barkley(1997) wrote a journal trying to unify various theories of Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. He wanted to look at defects in behavioral

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a condition causing constant inattention, hyperactivity and (or) impulsivity. Attention deficit disorder, or ADD, is a condition of attention deficit in individuals. The main difference between them is that patients suffering from ADHD are usually hyperactive whereas ADD patients, on the contrary, remain shy and day dreamy. Both terms may be used interchangeably in conversations, for instance. However ADHD

from disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (or ADHD/ADD.) While much is known about these disorders and how they affect the education of children, there are only a few known methods that consistently help an affected child focus and target in on what they need to learn. Medication for children With Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder must be used as an aid to help the affected child to focus and comprehend information being presented to them. Children with Attention Deficit

of Complementary and Alternative Treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents By Levi Noe Health Care Counseling February 18th, 2009 Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD, and it’s counterpart Attention Deficit-hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, are some of the most commonly diagnosed disorders in children and adolescents. For the purposes of this paper ADD and ADHD will be used interchangeably. The disorder affects an estimated 3-5% of school age children

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Abstract There have been major concerns about the different kinds of learning disorders and the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one. While there are different kinds of the learning disorders which affect the old and the young alike, researchers have not been able to find the cause of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This paper will begin by discussing the definition of the disorder, the recent statistics of children