affects a persons ability to pay attention throughout their lives. What are the characteristics of ADHD? Inattention Hyperactivity/Impulsivity Children with ADHD may have difficulties Paying attention Focusing Listening Organizing Learning new material Monitoring behavior Sitting still Thinking before reacting Waiting their turn Doing one thing at a time
ADHD: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder About Me: My name is Kaylie Wilton and my eight year old son, John, was recently diagnosed with ADHD. He has a difficult time paying attention in school and is easily distracted. Sometimes he cannot control his impulsive behavior which gets him into trouble with the teacher. John is also very fidgety in the sense that he has to be moving or playing with something even when he is sitting and watching T.V. After finding out about my sons condition, I decided to do some online research to see what I could learn about ADHD. I am thankful for all of the resources I have found to help me understand ADHD and how I can further support my child in school and life.
High-Quality Resources for Parents and Teachers: Trainings for both parent and teacher exist to help educate them on how to support children with ADHD. Parent to parent training focuses on life-long goals for the child whereas teacher to teacher provides techniques for how to support children with ADHD in the classroom. (CHADD) Tutoring programs are offered to help ADHD students learn to focus achieve school success. Accommodations can be made in the childs classroom through a 504 plan. Children with ADHD have a right to receive appropriate educational services to help them better succeed in school. Therapy can be used to help children with ADHD work on their behavior and social skills. Medication is also an option if recommended by the childs doctor. Books, videos, and current research can be found on the internet to help parents and teachers learn more about ADHD.
Links for High-Quality Websites: All children can learn. http://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families _and_Youth/Resource_Centers/ADHD_R esource_Center/Home.aspx This website gives information about ADHD regarding treatment, school success, and family resources. There are informational videos on the website to help individuals understand ADHD further. http://www.chadd.org/ CHADD is an organization dedicated to helping the ADHD community. There are several locations throughout California that hold meetings and offer support groups for parents. Additionally, they stay updated on current research to educate parents and teachers about what is being discovered about ADHD. There are links to conferences, trainings, and implementing 504 plans for teachers. http://www.asha.org/public/speech/di sorders/ADHD/ Is an informational website that not only gives out facts about ADHD, but also how to treat ADHD when it affects a childs speech. http://www.helpguide.org/articles/add -adhd/teaching-students-with-adhd- attention-deficit- disorder.htm#resources Gives teachers information on how to accommodate students with ADHD in their classroom.
Strategies for Teachers: Instructions: Teachers should give short and clear instructions. Directions should also be repeated. Classroom: Should be organized and free from distractions. Students with ADHD should be placed at the front of the room to help them focus. Organization: Help the student color code their notebooks and binders to help them stay organized. Keep a schedule written on the board that they can refer to. Show visuals to help students whenever possible. Assignments: Give students more time to complete assignments, or accommodate by giving them less problems. Projects can be segmented so that the student is only focused on one part at a time. Tests: Give shorter exams that can really focus on what the student knows. Test the student in a way that best fits their needs and shows their abilities. Lessons: Explain what you want students to learn at the beginning. Allow students with ADHD to have breaks. Summarize the key points at the end of the lesson. http://www.helpguide.org/articles/add-adhd/teaching-students- with-adhd-attention-deficit-disorder.htm#resources
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