Detecting The Signs And Symptoms Of Add And Adhd In Children

Post date: Nov 22, 2016 5:27:32 AM

More and more people are starting to become aware of the disorders ADD (attention deficit disorder) and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). Bookstores have a surplus of literature that discuss these challenging realities. There is a proliferation of research and news that tackle brain-based disorders. A probable reason is that the rate of children being diagnosed with ADD or ADHD is growing by the day.

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But even with the publicity these disorders are gaining, detecting them early in children is still a perplexing task.

Three primary characteristics should be taken note of when determining if a child is exhibiting symptoms of ADD or ADHD, namely, inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Kids who are inattentive, yet not hyperactive or impulsive may have ADD. Those who are hyperactive and impulsive, while still being able to pay attention may have ADHD. And the most common form of ADHD is when all these three characteristics are evident in a child.

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However, not all children who show symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity have the disorder. It can be due to other causes, such as medical conditions, other psychological disorders, or even traumatic life experiences.

It is best then to consult with experts in diagnosing and treating children who potentially have ADD or ADHD. For example, NTLgroup® conducts comprehensive, individualized programs that collect cognitive data that are then analyzed, summarized, and assessed. After which, appropriate customized brain development programs are executed.

Curtis Cripe, Ph.D., heads the research and development team of NTLgroup™, a company that has formulated proprietary programs that are effective in treating brain-based disorders and injuries. Learn more by visiting this website.