What is ADHD and how do you recognize it in children? What do these children think? Read along with us in our new blog!
What is ADHD? ADHD means Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in English.
You could also say to children that they're "very busy every day." This is usually a hereditary condition. ADHD has several symptoms, including:
- Concentration problems
- Difficulty sitting still
- Very busy
- Doing things without thinking about them
- And so forth.
You often notice it in children at school. They have more difficulty concentrating than other children and find it very difficult to sit still. Children also often have more problems because they find it harder to pay attention, for example, or because they're very dreamy, which makes them perform less well at school. Working on one task for a long time is also more difficult, and losing things becomes a habit (yuck). These are all symptoms of children with ADHD.
But how do children with ADHD think? Children with ADHD receive a lot of stimuli, which can be tiring for them. While you're still in the middle of your conversation, they see another cyclist passing by, get distracted, and start talking about it. This isn't intentional. Structure and regularity are incredibly helpful for children with ADHD. For example, creating a weekly schedule so they know what to expect. It's also important to discuss things openly, so they don't suddenly encounter unexpected situations. Spontaneous days out are more difficult for children with ADHD than for children without ADHD.
Let's also talk about the positive aspects of children with ADHD. Children with ADHD are often more creative, can come up with fantastic ideas and talk about them. They are also often emotionally well-developed, sweet and caring towards other children, and very adventurous.
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