How many children were diagnosed with ADD last year?
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According to the website that I reviewed . . .HEY LOOK, A CHICKEN!!!
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Do the "normal" children get less attention than the "special" ones?  I have 4 kids in school.  2 with no issues.  One with ADD and Dyslexia, and another that is just a slow starter.  The ones who have issues get wonderful amounts of attention and help.  Now I have not noticed any thing with my 2 that are good in school.  But  another parent in our area decided not to send her child to this elementary school, because a substitute teacher for our school told her that the "normal" ones are pretty much ignored.  I have thought a lot about this lately, and think it would be a pretty controversial thing to pursue, as we all of course want    the ones with special needs to get the attention they need, but at what cost?  How do you demand equal attention for the others without sounding callous?
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Unfortunately, there is no single test that diagnoses Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD).  This is because the disease itself is still relatively poorly defined.  Unlike other diseases, there is no standard physical finding that you can attribute to this disorder.  The Diagnostic & Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) specifies a set of functional criteria that diagnoses ADD/ADHD.  There are 3 types of ADD/ADHD, predominantly hyperactive, predominantly inattentive or both.  To be functionally diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, you must have 6 or more symptoms of inattentiveness or 6 or more symptoms of hyperactivity.  A battery of psychological tests that include a number of logic, quantitative, audio and problem-solving tests are usually used to come to this diagnosis. Usually, trained psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians or family doctors, and neurologists are usually qualified to make such a diagnosis.  It is important to find someone experienced with ADHD diagnosis when looking for diagnosis and treatment for ADD/ADHD.
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He may be just going through "the terrible twos" (which actually last through the threes sometimes).  All my three kids were difficult at this age.  My first son had a tantrum, stiffened up like a board and fell backwards in the store, wacking his head on the floor hard!  He lived, we survived... barely.  Next time you take him to the doctor(and if he's like my kids, it probably will be soon), talk to the  pediatrician about it.  I'm afraid that too many kids are labled ADD and it may just end up being a stage of life the is difficult for the kids and parents.  Like Bill Cosby said, it's a good thing they are cute.
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Very hyperactive, poor grades, lack of attention span...are some symptoms. I know a child who was almost diagnosed with ADD but it turned out he was suffering from epilepsy and having brief seizures where he'd just space out. So be careful in the diagnosis, involve a professional and teacher's help.
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It really depends on the student, their behaviors, and the classroom situation.  Typically, students with ADD/ADHD may need frequent breaks, color coded materials, a desk away from distractions, additional time to complete tests/assignments, or more visual aids.  The behaviors of children with ADD/ADHD can vary so much from child to child that it's hard to give a generic behavior plan.
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The Department of Health and Human Services released a survey estimating that child abuse and neglect in the United States nearly doubled during the seven years between 1986 and 1993. \n\nThe report estimated the number of abused and neglected children increased from 1.4 million in 1986, to over 2.8 million in 1993. The number of children who were seriously injured quadrupled from about 143,000 to nearly 570,000.\n\nOf course, this is an old study, and it is talking merely about numbers of reported victims.  Reports sometimes vary simply because trends may veer away from reporting when constant attention is not focused on the problem.\n\nNumbers alone cannot reflect the gravity of this problem.  Given this rate of increase the number possible today looks astronomical.  Remember that one child is a crisis of intolerable proportion.  Nobody should be truly at peace when anybody is hurting -- especially children.
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I don't think there are more these days,  it's just that teachers, doctors, and parents are realizing it is a disability.  Years ago, people thought they were lazy and didn't want to learn.
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To be honest, the full signs that are required diagnosing criteria for ADD/ADHD in children aren't really detectable until AT LEAST age 3.\n\nToo often parents in our society today mistake what are normal developmental mile stones (Such as testing boundaries, strong desire to assert independence) as being something else because these mile stones are to much of a growing pain for parents.\n\nHowever, there has been significant evidence gathered from several studies that suggest a direct link between the amount of TV & direct-stimulation toddlers & children receive & ADD. Even though it hasn't been 100% confirmed, I really do recommend limiting the amount of TV you let your toddler watch. What the studies suggest is that because part of the root cause of ADD is the brain's lack of being able to process information & need to direct feed info, TV is just that- direct feed info. What I mean by that is when kids watch TV, their brains are directly feed information & the brain's need to process & sort out/figure out info is bypassed. For example, (& I know that this is a bad one, lol, it's all I could think of) it's like instead of gaining your energy from chewing & digesting your food, you're given it directly, through a shot in a IV. Make sense?\n\nIf you're wanting some tips on how to help curb some of her rowdiness, you should try to set up & instill some sort of routine & clear set boundaries w/her. Basically, develope some solid structure for her. Try talking to a pediatrician or child development specialist for some ideas & to get an assessment of your situation to better know what would work best for you.\n\nBest of luck to you!
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I am a teaching assisant and there are so many children now in the 'inclusion' zone, it is sometimes impossible to have a controlled classroon. There are ADD, Aspergers, extreme low level learners, just plain old bad behaviour alll in the mix as well as the normal good children that are just there to learn. The teachers hands are tied. They can't get rid of any of these children as the law states they have to be included. It can be hell. I feel most sorry for the good ones who are getting left behind because so much time is taken with all of these demanding children.
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As many as 12. You do not supply enough information. They could have birthdays in the other nine months of the year, for all we know.
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I took my son's adderal and welbutrin.....and as a result I took my son off of it..       It messed  me   up...and I decided right then and there I didn't want my Child taking that  stuff....   Plus it caused him to have Heart Palpitations" and "anxiety" attacks..    He wasn't ADD  he was just High spirited and needed extra supervision........    that was when he was 5 now he is 13 and is still a handful   but    he is a good kid  with good morals. and I  am so glad I got him off his meds.   He doesn't even remember half his child hood.  You know I hope that the schools get more money for every kid they have that is diagnosed with Adhd or ADD.   Think about it and think about your Kid.
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i have adhd and it would have made my life alot easier if i would have been diagnosed sooner i barely passed 1st through 5 grade so i was constantly in trouble with my parents as soon as i got on the meds i started passing \nim not saying its a miracle cure but it does help \ndont make your kid have to be in special ed if she doesnt have to be its hard to get out of it
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I also have ADD.  I was told when I was 7.  I have been on medication ever since.  I am now 24. \n\nI also just graduated with a dergee in special education.  \n\nIf you have any questions or just want to talk feel free to email me at teddybear_1829@yahoo.com
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Yes, he is. I thought it was kind of him to disclose this information as I'm sure it gave hope to other people with this challenge. A lot of kids have gone without understanding what was going on and made to feel stupid.  With proper diagnosis most people can be helped with this challenge in life.
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Very valid question. My 8 yo daughter was recently diagnosed with ADHD and OCD.  While they are two completely different conditions, the presence of both conditions in one child can exaggerate the appearance of one or both conditions.  Medications and therapy definitely helps.
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Attention Deficit / Hyperactive Disorder.\n\nLike ME!