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Syndrome: Myth to
Justify Persons or
Reality
Adalin, Joshua A.
Barrion, Sarah Catherine T.
Santos, Aira Kristelle M.
11 – St. Irenaeus of Lyons
Do you find it hard to pay attention? Do you feel the need to move
constantly during times when you shouldn’t? Do you find yourself
constantly interrupting others? If these issues are on-going and you
feel that they are negatively impacting your daily life, it could be a sign
of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
ADHD is a neurological disorder that develops during childhood and
can persist into adulthood. Although adult ADHD is more common
than initially thought, not all children who have these symptoms will
go on to have the adult version of the disorder. Childhood symptoms
may also change across the lifespan; some fade (e.g., diminished
hyperactivity) while others may be expressed differently (e.g., chronic
disorganization may result in getting fired from jobs).
OVERVIEW
According to American Psychiatric Association (1994), The
condition now referred to as Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
or Hyperkinetic Disorder was first described by George Still in 1901.
In his lectures to the Royal Academy of Physicians he described a
case series of 20 children presenting with problems of over activity,
inattention and deficits in “volitional inhibition”. He also described
symptoms of aggressiveness, defiance, resistance to discipline and
dishonesty, which in today’s nomenclature would be diagnosed as
Oppositional Defiant Disorder or Conduct Disorder which are often
comorbid with ADHD.
OVERVIEW
The concept of the diagnosis of ADHD has evolved through a
complex developmental trajectory dating back to Greek times. The
focus of this research report is to present if Attention – Deficit
Syndrome is a Myth to Justify Persons or Reality. Concepts of such
disorder will be presented including its Types, Causes, Symptoms
and Treatment. As Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is
a disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or
hyperactivity or impulsivity that occurs in academic, occupational,
and social settings; a chronological account of the literature referring
to such will also be tackled which have contributed to one’s current
understanding of the condition of ADHD.
Paris HILTON
albert EINSTEIN
bill gates
TERMINOLOGY
Antidepressants - used to alleviate depression
Hyperactivity - cannot sit still or fidgets with hands and feet
- gets up in situations in which he or she should remain seated
Impulsivity - begins to answer a question before hearing the end of it
- has difficulty waiting for his/her turn and interrupts or meddle in
other’s activities
Inattention - lack of attention to detail and committing careless mistakes
- difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or at play
Mental Disorders - Comprise a broad range of problems, with different symptoms.
However, they are generally characterized by some combination of abnormal
thoughts, emotions, behavior and relationships with others.
TERMINOLOGY
Neurodevelopmental Disorders - “a group of heterogeneous conditions
characterized by delay or disturbance in the acquisition of skills in a variety of
developmental domains, including motor, social, language, and cognition”
(Thapar, Cooper & Rutter, 2016).
Neurological - relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and
the nervous system
Non-Stimulants - are less-commonly used but may have fewer side effects than
stimulants
Restlessness - the inability to rest or relax as a result of anxiety or boredom
Stimulants - a substance that raises levels of physiological activity in the body
THESIS STATEMENT
Given the situation that Attention – Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) concerns mental
health that can affect the ability of a person, this
means that it is not just a myth or misconception.
ALL ABOUT
ATTENTION –
DEFICIT
HYPERACTIVITY
DISORDER
What is Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)?
Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD) is one of the most common childhood
disorders. Approximately 3-7% of school-aged
children have this disorder. Prevalence rates
seem to vary by community, with some research
indicating that larger cities may have rates as high
as 10-15%.
What is Attention - Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
(ADHD)?
It is defined as a disorder that makes it difficult
for a person to pay attention and control impulsive
behaviors. An individual may also be restless and
almost constantly active. ADHD is not just a
childhood disorder. Although the symptoms of it
begin during childhood, ADHD can continue
through adolescence and adulthood.
CAUSES OF ADHD
⬗ Restlessness
⬗ Disorganized studies
⬗ Unable to do tasks alone
⬗ Reward or punishment
doesn’t affect behavior
⬗ Lack of confidence
⬗ Poor social skills among
others teenagers
Among TEENAGERS
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ADHD
⬗ Restlessness
⬗ Disorganized planning
⬗ Problems with
relationships
⬗ Easily angered
⬗ Job-hopping
⬗ Possess rule-breaking
behavior
Among ADULTS
THE REALITY OF
MYTH REALITY
Kids with ADHD Kids with ADHD are
just need to try often trying as hard
harder to pay as they can to pay
attention—sometimes
attention.
even harder than
other kids. It’s not a
problem of motivation
or “laziness.”