Understanding ADHD

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ADHD is an abbreviation for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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It is also the official name for what is sometimes referred to as attention-deficit disorder (ADD).

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ADHD is a common disorder.

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It can impact focus, impulse control, and emotional responses.

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ADHD is often diagnosed in childhood.

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Sometimes it is not diagnosed until the teen years or later.

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ADHD is not all about hyperactivity.

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Kids with the inattentive type of ADHD may appear "daydreamy" or off in their own world.

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ADHD is not a problem with laziness.

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It is caused by differences in brain anatomy and wiring.

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ADHD is not something most kids totally outgrow.

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Many kids diagnosed with ADHD have symptoms that persist into adulthood.

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Kids with ADHD may have trouble with getting and staying organized.

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This includes managing time and focusing on what's important.

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Ways to help kids with ADHD include behavior therapy.

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It can help kids get organized and replace negative behaviors with positive ones.

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ADHD medication can reduce symptoms.

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It works only when the medication is active in the body.

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Classroom accommodations can help kids with ADHD.

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These include taking movement breaks and getting extended time on tests.