This document discusses attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD). It defines them as general terms used to describe individuals with attention and hyperactivity issues. The document outlines key differences between ADD and ADHD, symptoms in preschoolers and primary school-aged children, long-term negative outcomes, and recommended treatment options for children and adults. Treatment may include behavioral modification, stimulant medications, or multimodal therapies combining medication and counseling. The causes of ADD and ADHD can include brain injuries, environmental exposures, prenatal alcohol/tobacco use, premature birth, and low birthweight.

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2.  ADD & ADHD are General term used to
describe individuals that have “attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder.” ADD & ADHD are
often interchangeable in use for both terms
whether or not the individual has symptoms of
hyperactivity and impulsiveness.
 In this presentation you should have a clear
understanding between the differences in ADD
& ADHD.

3.  Higher risk for long term negative outcomes
 Social skill problems
 Academic difficulties
 Preschooler
 Poor concentration
 High levels of activity
 Impulsiveness
 Excessive motor restlessness
 Primary School
 Experiences academic failure
 Rejection by peers, low self teem

4.  Physical and mental health problems
 Work and financial difficulties
 Career difficulties
 Trouble keeping a job and following corporate rules
 Meeting deadlines
 Relationship problems
 embarrassment,
 Frustration
 Hopelessness

5.  Difficulty paying attention
 Easily distracted by irrelevant
 Inability to sustain attention on tasks or activities
 Difficulty finishing work
 Frequent shifts from one uncompleted activity to
another
 Procrastination
 Disorganized work habits
 Forgetfulness
 Failure to complete tasks
 Frequent shifts in conversation

6.  Fidgeting, squirming
 Getting up frequently to walk or run around
 Running or climbing excessively when it's
inappropriate
 Having difficulty playing quietly or engaging
in quiet leisure activities
 Being always on the go
 Often talking excessively

7.  Behavioral Modification Therapy
 Stimulant Medications
 Non Stimulant & Other ADHD medications
 Multimodal Treatment
 Clinical trials to contribute to advances in
treatment options

8. RECOMMENDED
TREATMENT FOR CHILDREN
RECOMMENDED
TREATMENT FOR ADULTS
 Closely monitored
medication treatment
 Program that combines
medication with
intensive behavior
therapy
 Cognitive Behavioral
Therapy
 Medication
 Support and education
 Skill Training
FINDING HELP
ADHD ORGANIZATIONSADHD on MedicineNet.com
ADHD on emedicinehealth.com Counseling Services

9. PREDOMINANTLY INATTENTIVE
PREDOMINANTLY
HYPERACTIVE-IMPULSIVE
 Finish a task
 Pay attention to details
 Follow instructions or
conversations
 It is hard for the person
to wait their turn or
listen to directions.
 A person with
impulsiveness may
have more accidents
and injuries than others.

10. ADD & ADHD Sign Causes
 Brain injury
 Environmental exposures
(e.g., lead)
Alcohol and tobacco use
during pregnancy
 Premature delivery
Low birth weight

12. We have reviewed the varying signs, symptoms,
effects, and treatment options. ADD & ADHD is
a unique disorder, because of the various things
that can cause it. Different causes can be from
environment to birth defect. If you suspect
someone may have this disorder, have them seek
medical help.

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Center of Disease Control and Prevention “ Attention-Deficit/
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) May 25,2010
www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html