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ADHD Beyond The Classroom  by: News Canada (NC)—Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is thought by some to be an "academic" disability causing difficulties with attention and concentration in the classroom. However, ADHD is more than just an academic issue, it is a neurobiological disorder caused by chemical differences in the brain. Untreated, it may affect all aspects of the lives of those with ADHD, including his/her social interactions, extra-curricular activities and family relationships. ADHD requires continuous symptom relief to improve the overall functioning of a child. Studies have shown that children with ADHD who do not receive treatment run the increased risk of accidental death, injury, sexually transmitted diseases, substance abuse and criminal activity, along with causing marital difficulties for their parents. Social abilities and development of strong interpersonal skills are also at risk. Many children with ADHD have few friends and suffer from low self-esteem. Proper diagnosis can help those with ADHD put their difficulties into perspective and provide a better understanding of many ADHD symptoms. Although more formal checklists are used in assessing ADHD, the patient support group CHADD, Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, lists the following core symptoms: Poor attention to detail Fidgeting Difficulty sustaining attention Poor listening skills Difficulty following instructions Difficulty engaging in leisure activities quietly Poor organization Always "on the go" Excessive talking Losing things Easily distracted Impatient Forgetful Interrupting others Proper treatment of ADHD can manage symptoms and provide children with a chance to fulfill their potential. Research shows the greatest improvement in ADHD symptoms results from a combination of counseling and medical treatment. All medications currently approved to treat ADHD belong to a class called stimulants. A number of new investigational ADHD treatments offer great promise and in the future Canadians will have more choice in ADHD treatment. For more information on ADHD, please visit your family doctor. - News Canada About The Author News Canada provides a wide selection of current, ready-to-use copyright free news stories and ideas for Television, Print, Radio, and the Web. News Canada is a niche service in public relations, offering access to print, radio, television, and now the Internet media, with ready-to-use, editorial "fill" items. Monitoring and analysis are two more of our primary services. The service supplies access to the national media for marketers in the private, the public, and the not-for-profit sectors. Your corporate and product news, consumer tips and information are packaged in a variety of ready-to-use formats and are made available to every Canadian media organization including weekly and daily newspapers, cable and commercial television stations, radio stations, as well as the Web sites Canadians visit most often. Visit News Canada and learn more about the NC services. This article was posted on August 09, 2003 Read More Articles from the "Health" Category: Discover Affordable Health Insurance by Daniel Lesser Gall Bladder Back Pain by Saurabh Jain What Is The Role Of Minoxidil (Rogaine) In The Treatment Of Hair Loss? by Richard Mitchell Levitra Medication Helps One to Boost Penis Erection for Long by Joseph Oliver How To Stay On Your Diet And Stay In Shape Over The Holidays Without Becoming A by Tom Venuto Herbal Hair Loss Remedies For External Use by Richard Mitchell Why Are We Left- Or Right-Handed? by Edward Lewis New, Less Painful Option for Varicose Vein Sufferers by ARA Content When Should Hearing Be Tested? by ARA Content Could Unresolved Emotional Issues Be The Reason Your Dieting Attempts Always Fail? by Wayne Ennis << Back to "Health" Index

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