A better understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Treatments
A better understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Treatments
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder that affects many children and adults today. Each year we here of more and more cases of children as well as adults that are diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A large part of society does not seem to truly understand the disorder and this causes many to make uneducated opinions about the disorder as well appropriate treatment. There are resources available for those that suffer with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and those that live with someone who suffers from the disorder. There are also resources available for teachers who struggle with the child in the classroom that has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. There are resources available that can be helpful when utilized appropriately. Even though it can appear easier to just have a diagnosis and then have the child started on medication, parents should be better informed in order to understand all the treatment options available. Being better informed will ensure a more appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan. Understanding this disorder better will help to prevent children from being labeled with an inappropriate diagnosis.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder also known as ADHD is defined in the following journal: Relational Child &Youth Care Practice as “a complex neurobiological disorder or inefficiency in the area of the brain which controls impulses, aids in screening sensory input and focuses attention.” (Litner & Mann-Feder, 2009, p. 36) The cause of ADHD has been very unclear to the public. Many have questioned whether or not ADHD is a true disorder or as some have called it an excuse for bad behavior. There has been research done that supports ADHD as being a hereditary disorder. There is continued research being...