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According to the CDC, "The estimated number of children ages 3 to 17 ever diagnosed with ADHD, according to the National Parent Survey, is 6 million."
ADHD is a neurological behavioral disorder that begins in childhood and is characterized by difficulty concentrating and maintaining attention, excessive motor activity (hyperactivity) and incontinence (impulsivity).
ADHD is characterized by inattention and high distractibility of the child in almost any activity, excessive physical activity, impulsive behavior, problems in social communication. ADHD is one of the most common chronic diseases in children.
It is very difficult for such a child to concentrate on one thing, he is easily distracted, asks a lot of questions, but does not wait for an answer, but begins to do other things, which he also quickly abandons. All this happens in short periods of time.
The exact causes of the syndrome are not fully understood. It is caused by genetic factors, organic damage to the central nervous system in the early stages. The main etiological factor in ADHD is a slight brain dysfunction that occurred during the perinatal period.
Students with ADHD need to constantly pronounce the rules of conduct in the lesson and the lesson plan. During the lesson, it is necessary to actively use game techniques to attract attention. Choose an individual training program. Children with this diagnosis like to do something with their hands, and not just listen and watch.