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Psychiatrist In Dubai Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)
www.psychiatryservices4u.com
Email: [email protected] Phone: 00971 559683200
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Definition
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sometimes called Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), involves hyperactivity, difficulty paying attention and a tendency to act impulsively.
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Prevalence
• begins in childhood and can affect all areas of a patient’s life.
• 3% - 5% of school-aged children-2 million children in the US (National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH))
• Boys outnumber girls 3 to 1 (Mental Health America) However, girls may be under diagnosed.
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Three Major Types
• Predominantly inattentive (ADHD/I)
• Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive ADHD (ADHD/HI)
• Combined ADHD
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Predominantly inattentive (ADHD/I)
• difficulty paying attention • struggles to concentrate and complete tasks forgetful and
easily distracted • poor organizational skills, lethargic, sluggish, shy, anxious or
constantly daydreaming • most often diagnosed in adolescent girls, and is diagnosed
if six or more symptoms of inattention have persisted for more than six months, according to the American Psychiatric Association (APA).
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Combined ADHD
• Combines symptoms of the other two forms of ADHD
• the most common form of ADHD.
• diagnosed in boys of elementary-school age. • diagnosed when six or more symptoms
associated with each of the two major forms of ADHD are present.
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Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive ADHD (ADHD/HI)
• difficulty controlling behavior, with an increased risk for serious aggressive or oppositional behavior and antisocial conduct.
• fidget and excessively restless. • blurt out comments that are inappropriate and often do
not think before they act. • diagnosed if six or more symptoms of hyperactivity and
impulsivity have persisted for more than six months.
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Causes
• Change in the brain structure
• Genetic & heredity
• Mother is exposed to chemicals during pregnancy (smoke, alcohol, drugs)
• Child exposed to chemicals at young age
(environmental toxins – PCBs or Lead)
• Gender – boys are 3x more likely than girls
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Positive Traits
• Creativity
• Flexibility
• Enthusiasm and spontaneity
• Energy and drive
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Diagnostic and Criteria of Children with ADD/ADHD
• Medical evaluation
• Psychological evaluation
• Pediatricians
• Psychiatrists
• Family
• Teachers
• Early onset
• Duration
• Settings
• Impact
• Developmental level
• Alternative explanation
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Treatment
Treatment Team
• Child and adolescent psychiatrists
• Psychologists
• Cognitive-behavioral therapists
• Educational specialists
• Behavioral coaches
Plan
• Education about ADHD
• Behavioral intervention strategies
• Parent training
• A specialized educational program
• Medication, when necessary
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Tips for Parents
• Believe in and support your child.
• Keep things in perspective.
• Pay attention to the siblings.
• Take of yourself.
• Communicate
• Connect
• Be consistent.
• Set a good example.
• Anticipate and avoid problems.
• Praise good behavior.
• Negotiate and consult with your child.
• Pick your battles.
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