ADHD/attention

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Yale School of Medicine–Yale Medical Group has a wealth of information on ADHD on their webpage entitled "Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children," found here.

"ADHD, also called attention-deficit disorder, is a behavior disorder, usually first diagnosed in childhood, that is characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and, in some cases, hyperactivity. These symptoms usually occur together; however, one may occur without the other(s). The symptoms of hyperactivity, when present, are almost always apparent by the age of 7 and may be apparent in very young preschoolers. Inattention or attention-deficit may not be evident until a child faces the expectations of elementary school."

Yale School of Medicine–Yale Medical Group

Research from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) indicates that boys are two to three times more likely to have ADHD than girls, and it is believed that about 2 million U.S. children (3 percent to 5 percent) have ADHD. According to LDOnline.org, "Many children with ADHD – approximately 20 to 30 percent – also have a [co-morbid] specific learning disability (LD) [like dyslexia]."

Where can I go for more information?
LDOnline.org has some great resources and in-depth information on ADHD, and is a great place to start when searching out additional information. Link to their "ADHD Basics" page for more information on a variety of topics, including:

* What is ADHD?
* Symptoms of ADHD
* Is it really ADHD?
* Diagnosis of ADHD
* What causes ADHD?
* Other disorders that sometimes accompany ADHD
* Treatment of ADHD
* The family and the ADHD child
* Your ADHD child and school
* Teenagers with ADHD
* Adults with ADHD