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ADHD stand for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

Ahlvin, Martin C., and Hession. "ADHD sometimes needs medicating." //The New American// 24 Dec. 2007: 5. //Student Resources in Context//. Web. 23 Mar. 2012.

1. Many kids are being drugged who really aren't ADHD. But some people are legitimately ADHD who need the medication. 2. Some parents think that their kid is ADHD when they have bad behavior. Some kids are "diagnosed" ADHD, but really they are B-A-D. 3. However, a small number of children are legitimately ADHD. These children cannot function normally without medication. 4. When kids don't take their medication for ADHD, they are endanger and putting other kids endanger too 5. If kids do take their medication for ADHD, they would be smart in the classroom and not rude to other kids.

"Attention deficit in kids on the rise; In 2005, only 4% children (age-group of 3-17 years) had ADHD, which has risen to 11% in 2011." //DNA// [Daily News & Analysis] 5 Sept. 2011. //Infotrac Newsstand//. Web. 23 Mar. 2012.

1. Boys are more affected by ADHD then girls.The occurence among boys increase from 6% to 11%, while among girls it rose from 2% to 5.5%. 2. The symptoms of ADHD include restless feeling, often fidgeting with hands or feet, running, climbing or leaving a seat, when they are expected to sit quiet or remain silent, blurting out answers before hearing the whole question, and having difficulty waiting in line or for their turn. 3. 4% in 2005, the number of kids in the age group of 3 to 17 years old have risen to 11% in 2011. 4. The study said that ADHD tends to improve with the age can cause significant interference in a child's academics and interpersonal relations in the initial years. 5. ADHD can carry on to the adulthood if it was untreated or unattended from the childhood.

Lullo, Carolyn, and Marieke Van Puymbroeck. "Research update: sports for children with ADHD: recreation can enhance the lives of children with ADHD." //Parks & Recreation// Dec. 2006: 20+. //Student Resources in Context//. Web. 26 Mar. 2012.

1. There are three main symptoms to ADHD. 2. First symptom is inattention that sometimes manifests as the individual having difficulty sustaining attention, does not seem to listen to spoken instruction, has trouble following through with instructions, and frequently misplacing things. Second symptom is hyperactivity. It can be described as fidgeting, excessive talking, inability to remain seated or still when this is expected, or is commonly described as "on the go". The third symptom is impulsivity. The best way to describe impulsivity is a tendency to blurt out responses quickly, inability to wait for their turn, or frequently interrupts/intrudes. 3. ADHD can affected so many aspects of a child's life, it is important to somehow gain control over these behaviors. 4. For boys, sports help them lose some of their ADHD unless they have a bad performance. If the boy does good he would want to get awarded. Sports help them focus on the positive and it makes them not think about being hyperactive and think about the game.

"Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)." //NIMH Â·//. NIMH, 2008. Web. 26 Mar. 2012. .

1. Scientists are not sure what caused ADHD. They think that the genes have a big role in it. 2. ADHD normally runs in families, scientists are looking at different genes to see if it would carry on the developing of the disorder. 3. Only a small number of children who have ADHD had a traumatic brain injury. 4. The idea that refined sugar causes ADHD or makes symptoms worse is popular. 5. Some food that are additive are some what the cause oh ADHD. 6. It is very hard to diagnose people with ADHD. No single test can diagnose a child as having ADHD. Instead, a licensed health professional needs to gather information about the child, and his or her behavior and environment. 7. Teachers are normally the first one to noticed because some kids might not follow directions or the rules. But parents might also notice it first because their kids might lose interest in some things faster then other kids. 8. treating ADHD might help decrease depression and anxiety. Some kids with ADHD may have a condition in which extreme mood swings go form mania to depression in a short amount of time. ADHD also may coexist with a sleep disorder, bed-wetting, substance abuse, or other disorders or illnesses. 9. Some kids who have ADHD continue to have it when they are an adult. But they might not know they have it when they are an adult. 10. Kids have different rates for growing up, most kids with have impulsively if they grow up to slow. 11. Certain situations, events, or health conditions may cause temporary behaviors in a child that seems like ADHD. 12. A specialist will also check school and medical records for clues, to see if the child's home or school settings appear unusually stressful or disrupted 13. Stimulant medications come in different forms, such as a pill, capsule, liquid, or skin patch. Some medications also come in short-acting, long-acting, or extended release varieties. 14. The most commonly reported side effects are decreased appetite, sleep problems, anxiety, and irritability with ADHD. 15. there are alot of side affects when people have ADHD.

Board, A.D.A.M. Editorial. "Causes, Incidence, and Risk Factors." //Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)//. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 18 Nov. 0000. Web. 27 Mar. 2012. .

1. The cause may be it seems to be set in motion early in life as the brain is developing. 2. Most children with ADHD also have at least one other developmental or behavioral problem. They may also have a psychiatric problem, such as depression or bipolar disorder. 3. Too often, difficult children are incorrectly labeled with ADHD. On the other hand, many children who do have ADHD remain undiagnosed. 4. Treating ADHD is a partnership between the health care provider, parents or caregivers, and the child 5. ADHD is a long term chronic condition. ADHD may lead to; Drug abuse, failure in school, problems keeping a job, and trouble with the law. 6. Although there is no proven way to prevent ADHD, early identification and treatment can prevent many of the problems associated with ADHD.

"ADHD in Adults: Symptoms, Statistics, Causes, Types, Treatments, and More." //WebMD//. WebMD, 02 Aug. 0060. Web. 27 Mar. 2012. .

1. Adults with ADHD might have difficulty following directions, remembering information, organizing things. 2. 3% to 5% of school-aged children and an estimated 60% of those with maintain the disorder into adulthood 3. When girls have ADHD in their childhood, it will be a more chance then boys with carry on to the adulthood. 4. Adults with ADHD may have dropped out of school, or a bad history in something. 5. When an adult has ADHD, it may cause accidents or getting mad for no reason or may be bipolar.