Questions and answers about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD
I. Questions of most concern to parents.
1. What manifestations should be considered ADHD?
ADHD is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as hyperactivity disorder.
The main manifestations are inattention, excessive activity regardless of the occasion, impulsive behavior, the course of the disease can be accompanied by learning difficulties, conduct disorders (refers to aggressive and aggressive speech and behavior, lying, truancy, stealing, cheating, drug use, etc.), mood disorders, tic disorders (refers to a part of the body muscle or muscle group sudden, rapid, involuntary, repeated contraction movement or involuntary vocalization), etc.. In layman’s terms, ADHD is characterized by difficulty in paying attention (inattentive conversation, short and variable social activities, reading difficulties), lack of planning, inability to be quiet, hyperactivity, difficulty in sitting still, procrastination, inability to finish things, poor self-control, irritability, temper tantrums, impulsiveness, aggressiveness, difficulty in self-regulation, often “dangerous “dangerous” behavior, difficulty completing tasks despite self-assurance, difficulty following rules and instructions, and difficulty adapting to change. Poor ability to cope with frustration.
Second, how to distinguish normal children who are active and mischievous from ADHD?
Normal active children, especially preschoolers, are lively, mischievous and curious about new things or unfamiliar environments during their growth and development, and have a high activity level. Children with ADHD are significantly more active than normal children from the amount of activity, hyperactivity does not distinguish occasions, and behavior is often impulsive, destructive, and behavior is reckless.
Key Differentiators.
Normal active children.
1, activities and occasions in line with the classroom, such as the quiet when not moving or less active, outdoor when very active and active.
2, the amount of moderate.
3, activities have rules, need to line up or according to the rules of the game, traffic, etc..
Children with ADHD: 1.
1, the amount of activity does not match the occasion, such as lazy in the playground, but active and disruptive in the classroom.
2. The amount of activity is too much regardless of the occasion.
3. In terms of behavior, children with ADHD do not line up in order, other children play games he wants to join but often does not follow the rules and make trouble, so people do not want to interact with him. The child is likely to run red lights, be impulsive, and not consider the consequences.
Early detection of ADHD in children
1. Hyperactivity, even when sitting in a chair, the body shakes back and forth.
2, can not concentrate on listening to others or playing games, even interested in children’s television programs are difficult to watch at ease, attention is very easy to shift.
3.Does not follow the rules and often preempts the teacher’s questions, often answering them before they are finished.
4.Interests are changeable, and they are eager to do the next thing before the previous one is finished, and they like to interfere with the activities being done by others.
5.Often loses or destroys his toys, books, pencils and other things.
6.Often have reckless and dangerous behavior, easy to hurt themselves or others.
7.Other, such as tantrums, sleep talking, urine loss, sleep difficulties, etc.
IV. Some manifestations in kindergarten period.
Not easy to identify, the main manifestations are
1. restlessness, over-activity and difficulty in sitting still
2, poor self-control, irritability, temper tantrums.
3, impulsive, accident-prone, aggressive.
4, prone to failure, unable to concentrate
5.easy to get excited and have difficulty in self-regulation
6, difficulty in following rules and instructions and adapting to change
7, some accompanied by speech and language difficulties.
V. Under what circumstances should I see a specialist?
If you find that your child is inattentive, has too much activity regardless of the occasion, or has impulsive behavior that affects daily life, learning, interaction with children, or is often complained about by teachers or children, you should see a specialist.
VI. How can parents deal with their children with ADHD?
Systematic treatment under the guidance of a specialist.
Currently, scientific research has confirmed that the main treatment options for children over 7 years old with ADHD are: medication, behavior management and psychotherapy, and integrated treatment (medication, parenting guidance, behavior management and psychotherapy, and school support). Foreign large-scale trials have proven that medication is the most basic and reliable treatment method for children with ADHD over 7 years old, and combined with parenting guidance, behavior management and psychotherapy, school support and other comprehensive measures can achieve more satisfactory results.
At present, there are two dosage forms in China: immediate-release methylphenidate (Ritalin) and methylphenidate controlled-release tablets (Focus). They can relieve 70% to 80% of children’s symptoms, improve concentration, improve academic performance, and reduce hyperactivity and impulsivity. The common adverse reactions such as loss of appetite, stomach upset, insomnia, headache and dizziness usually disappear gradually after a few weeks of treatment.
In conclusion, if parents find that their child has some manifestations of ADHD, they should visit a specialist hospital and develop a formal treatment plan suitable for their child under the guidance of a doctor for comprehensive treatment. Do not follow the advertisements, non-standard treatment not only delay the child’s condition, but also waste time and money.