ADHD / ADD
What is it?
Many people have used the word ADHD to describe themselves or others.
ADHD is an abbreviation of the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and it is suspected when children or adults suffer regularly from symptoms of impulsivity, hyperactivity, poor concentration, poor memory, irritability and a short attention span. A person suffering from ADHD will be found to be fidgety and restless both in thoughts and physically.
They will often be unable to complete jobs or tasks given to them and need help with structuring their day and keeping to time.
There are three kinds of ADHD, according to the American classification of diseases known as DSM V. These are:
Mainly inattentive, poor concentration type ( ADD)
Mainly hyperactive-impulsive type (ADHD)
Mainly a combination of the two above ( ADHD)
ADHD is usually hereditary and runs in the family so there will usually be others in the family with formally diagnosed or suspected ADHD.
It tends to be picked up quite early in school with children. Unfortunately, a recurring trend in those diagnosed is being accused of disruptiveness in class, not being very bright or generally unengaged. This has been known to differ when it comes to women and young girls, however. Most of those children will get into frequent trouble at school and at home. Some adults miss being diagnosed in earlier schooling and can spend a large portion of their lives struggling with the forementioned symptoms, but this does not mean they don’t have ADHD. These are usually fall into the ADD category, who tend not to be as disruptive, but still struggle with focus in class or consistency and regulation when it comes to completing tasks.
It is also a possibility that children with ADHD will often dabble with illicit drugs, alcohol and other addictions. A lot of prisoners and criminals have been found to ultimately have ADHD and, when they were given the right medication, changed drastically in some cases in regards to their choices.
While perceptions in schools and work places can be somewhat negative towards individuals who display ADD/ADHD symptoms, children and adults with ADHD are intelligent, bright and able. Sometimes, it is simply a case of diagnosis, CBT or management techniques, and sometimes medication. Plenty of high achievers and successful visionary entrepreneurs have ADHD!
Freo has consultants experienced particularly in ADHD who can diagnose and help you manage it. There are a lot of tools that can be used to help you overcome the areas you struggle with.
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