ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) was first identified in the early 20th century. The symptoms of the syndrome are not the same for all people. Hyperactivity is typically higher in children than in adults.
ADHD can be divided into three types:
1) Inattentiveness - unable to maintain attention and focus on the task;
2) Hyperactivity - increased activity or inactivity;
3) Impulsivity - acting without thinking;
4) Often all three types are in a mixed combination.
In the case of ADHD syndrome, timely diagnosis is very important in order to understand that the child's behavior is related to his inability to concentrate and not impudence, impoliteness. It is very important to consult specialists - psychologist, psychiatrist, doctor.
At the moment, it is not exactly discovered why some people have ADHD syndrome, some of the possible reasons are head injuries, complicated prenatal period, alcohol, drugs, smoking, environmental toxins, increased stress, premature birth, genetic predisposition, traumatic experience, etc.
By evaluating each case individually, it is possible to apply appropriate medication that helps in the case of ADHD (if it is recommended by specialists and the family accepts it).
Types of ADHD
• Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (has activity)
Signs of ADHD are easy to observe because the person is active in behavior. During the learning process, the teacher has to reprimand these children, often asking them to observe order and silence.
ADHD with signs of activity:
1) Lots of careless mistakes;
2) It is difficult to maintain attention for a long time;
3) During the conversation, it seems that he simultaneously hears everything that is happening around him, is distracted;
4) does not complete the task or the end of the task is sloppy;
5) Moves all the time, moves legs, arms, is restless;
6) Likes risk, is interested in everything new, unknown;
7) Does not notice his mistake, looks for the culprit in other people;
8) slowly learns from his mistakes;
9) is talkative, interrupts others.
• Attention deficit syndrome without hyperactivity (no activity)
Signs of UDHS are difficult to observe because there is no noticeable activity. These people are called "dreamers". It does not cause difficulties for teachers during lessons, because the child does not disturb the lessons.
Symptoms of UDHD without activity:
1) Difficulty keeping attention on one object;
2) Difficulty organizing daily tasks, following a plan;
3) Smaller irritants distract;
4) Often plays with the edge of clothing, hair, fingers;
5) Lose personal belongings;
6) forget the agreement;
7) Sometimes there is a feeling that the child does not hear you, as if he is in another world;
8) Deeply experiences reproaches, is often sad;
9) Get into unpleasant situations more often than others;
10) Noticeable bad handwriting;
11) Information is read slowly;
12) Low social skills, not many friends;
13) believes that everything is to blame, feels a sense of inferiority;
14) The child is quite quiet, likes to take the position of an observer;
15) In general, polite, sincere, social-minded and creative people.
Facilitation in the learning process:
1) Before making a request, make eye contact so that the child can hear the adult;
2) Learn to avoid sharp disputes and conflicts;
3) Seek a compromise, agree on the desired result;
4) Avoid comparisons;
5) Provide support in times of difficulty;
6) Talk about emotions, teach them to recognize them - anger, fear, guilt, etc.;
7) To delve into the child's difficulties, not to look for the culprits, but to look for a solution;
8) Express love, create emotional contact;
9) Encourage, strengthen self-confidence;
10) Not using the reward for the child's good behavior;
11) Provide an example of correct behavior;
12) To ensure silence and peace during the learning process;
13) Give short, easy-to-understand and very specific instructions;
14) Give more time for reading, writing and other works;
15) Wait patiently when the child clearly formulates his thought;
16) Reduce the amount of homework;
17) Give praise for achievements;
18) Reduce noise, the number of people nearby;
19) During the learning process, allow these children to move;
20) Give them tasks that they are good at and that bring them joy.
