ADD and ADHD

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This paper explains that ADHD is no longer an illness that precludes learning because, with the proper behavior management and coping techniques, children who are diagnosed with ADHD can look forward to living normal and productive lives. The author points out that ADD and ADHD patients sufferers can exhibit two main symptoms, inattention and impulsiveness; but only ADHD patients suffer from hyperactivity. The paper stresses that, though there is no cure for ADHD, early recognition and family counseling will help a child overcome these learning obstacles.

Table of Contents
Symptoms
Effects on Learning Ability
ADHD and Motor Development
Speech and Verbal Skills
Reading Comprehension and Mathematics Skills
Social skills and Interpersonal Relationships
Summary of Effects
Treatment
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Studies have shown that children as young as five years old who have ADHD can already exhibit compromised motor skills. Kalff et al (2003) observed the speed and accuracy that a control group of 126 healthy children, a group of 113 children suffering from other psychopathologies and a group of 74 children with "borderline ADHD" completed a set of motor tasks. The results showed that the ADHD group was less accurate than the healthy control group and the children with other psychopathology group. This was particularly true in the tasks classified as requiring a "high level" of controlled processing. Furthermore, the ADHD children had unstable performances with their tasks, even when they were using their preferred hand."

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