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ADHD : Definition and Strategies


 

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
 
 
 
Definition      
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; a disorder characterised by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity.
It occurs in 1-3% of the population. It is not related to intelligence
 
History           
  • Inattention  
                                      -Can not focus
                                      -Do not seem to be listening
                                      -Seem to be daydreaming
                                      -Very easily distracted
                                      -Can not concentrate
  •  Hyperactivity
                                      -Always “ on the go”
                                      -Can not sit still
  •  Impulsiveness
                                      -Act before thinking
                                      -Shout out in class
 
By-pass/intervention strategies
-Screen out unwanted stimuli
-Visual Timetable / Chunking (this helps the child to focus on managing   
 their time)
-Attention Training ( try to get child to increase time concentration each  
 day)
-Brain gym & stress toy (exercises designed to increase brain activity and
 increase opportunities for legitimate movement in the classroom. A stress  
 toy will help the child concentrate)
-Ict (computers provide non-judgemental, immediate feedback in an  
 exciting multi-sensory way)
-Circle time (allows children to develop the skills of listening, empathy,
 making decisions and turn-taking)
-Positive reinforcement where possible use careful reprimands for
 misbehaviour
-Keep classroom rules clear and simple
-Establish a daily classroom routine and ensure that it is known, understood
 and practiced.
-Reduce task length
-Follow a difficult task with a preferred task
-Place pupil between well-behaved, positive role models
 
 
 

 

 

 

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