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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Background
*Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; ADHD:;ADD; DAMP; Hyperkinetic Disorder *
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common condition affecting seven per cent of school age children. It is more common in boys but girls may currently be underdiagnosed. There are three subtypes: ADHD mainly inattentive, ADHD mainly hyperactive-impulsive, and ADHD combined. The first of these is sometimes referred to as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder). When ADHD is combined with motor-perceptual problems (also referred to as Developmental Coordination Disorder or dyspraxia) some clinicians refer to DAMP (Deficits in Attention, Motor control and Perception). When problems are very severe and all the diagnostic features listed below are present the criteria for Hyperkinetic Disorder may be met. Thus, ADD, DAMP, and Hyperkinetic Disorder are all subtypes of ADHD.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is an impairment of either activity or attention control or both. The problem presents as a child who is always on the go, does not settle to anything, has poor concentration, poor ability to organise activities or to engage in tedious activities or tasks requiring sustained mental effort, or who cannot stay still and cannot wait for others.
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