Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
by Hala Nasser
1. Medication
1.1. Adderall
1.2. Focalin
1.3. Ritalin
1.4. Dexedrine
1.5. Concerta
1.6. Vyvanse
1.7. Strattera
2. Treatment
2.1. Behavior therapy
2.2. Parent training
2.3. Skills training
2.4. Counseling
3. Characteristics
3.1. Inattention
3.1.1. Fails to pay close attention to details, which leads to careless mistakes.
3.1.2. Does not seem to listen when being directly spoken to.
3.1.3. Fails to complete tasks.
3.1.4. Has a hard time keeping their attention focused on a task or while playing.
3.2. Hyperactivity
3.2.1. Fidgets or squirms; Not able to sit still.
3.2.2. Excessive Talking.
3.2.3. Unable to remain seated for long periods of time.
3.3. Impulsivity
3.3.1. Blurts out answers.
3.3.2. Interrupts others/bitts into others conversations.
3.3.3. Acts without thinking; Impatient.