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Parenting and Behavioural Issues
: ADHD and Child Development
Children with attention deficit and/or hyperactivity face many
difficulties as they grow up. As infants, those later diagnosed
with ADHD are often described to have been excitable, irritable,
colicky, or unsoothable. Often they are very physically active,
easily distracted, and can be extremely sensitive to sights, sounds
and touch, which can make traditional soothing methods seem ineffective.
In the toddler years, ADHD children often have a hard time dealing
with frustration and so they tend to be overly emotional when
their desires aren't met or when they experience failure. It's
also common for the child's sleep patterns to be upset.
By preschool age, children with improperly treated ADHD appear
excessively active, inattentive, emotional and/or impulsive. Such
behaviour often provokes negative feedback from parents, care-givers,
siblings and peers, just at a time when the child's self-image
is taking shape. These children are often reprimanded for not
trying hard enough, even though they often feel that they can't
help themselves - which eventually fosters a negative self-image.
With the beginning of school, the ADHD child's difficulties often
become more apparent. Difficulty concentrating and sitting still
usually cause the child to lag behind his peers. Grades fall as
the child develops a reputation for being either disruptive or
withdrawn in class, while also possibly having trouble maintaining
frienships.
Fortunately many of these problems can now be avoided through
a combination of professional diagnosis, appropriate teaching
methods, adapted parenting strategies, and an array of effective
medications.
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replace the advice and care of your child's physician, nor is
it intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. If
you suspect that your child has a medical condition, always
consult a physician.
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