True or False
ADHD isn't a real medical issue.
False. ADHD is a real medical condition diagnosed by doctors and professionals.
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
What did the tie say to the hat?
You go on ahead, I'll just hang around!
How can ADHD affect my movement?
People with ADHD will often need to move...and will soemtimes need to move a LOT.
True or false: Crocodiles can't stick out their tongues
True! They have a membrane in place to keep their tongue from moving.
Most kids who have ADHD will not have it as an adult.
False. About 75% of kids who have ADHD will have it as adults.
What are the three difference types of ADHD?
Hyper, Difficulty paying attention, and Both!
Why did the mushroom get invited to all the parties?
Because he was a pretty fungi.
How can ADHD affect my hearing or processing of sounds?
A lot of people with ADHD may have trouble concentrating on the right sounds if other noises are in the background, such as a fan, talking, dripping faucet, or other background noise. Some people struggle with auditory processing, meaning they may be very sensitive to some sounds, or have trouble processing sounds or language.
How long can a snail sleep?
ome snails can sleep up to THREE YEARS!
ADHD is just kids not wanting to do things.
False. It might look to other people like you are unmotivated or don't want to do things, but ADHD is a brain condition that somethings makes things harder to do.
What are some things a person with ADHD may experience?
1. Having lots of ideas
2. Being highly curious about things they enjoy
3. Having difficulty focusing on things that aren't interesting
Not everyone has every symptom of ADHD.
Why was the golfer wearing two pairs of pants?
In case he got a hole in one!
How can ADHD impact my sense of touch?
Some people with ADHD, especially the hyperactive presentation, may really like to touch and be touched!
They may like the feeling of squeezes or deep pressure. Others may be sensitive to touch, and prefer minimal or light touches.
True or False: Dolphins in the wild can call to each other by name.
True! Dolphins develop unique whistles that function somewhat like names, allowing them to identify and call to one another.
All kids with ADHD are hyper.
What could be a strength someone with ADHD may have?
1. Creativity
2. Spontaneous
3. High energy/enthusiasm
How does a scientist freshen his breath?
With experi-mints!
Why do some people with ADHD need to move all the time?
It can be part of sensory needs (that means a body that likes to get a lot of stimulation to its muscles and joints)
How many muscles are in a horse's ear?
A horse has 16 muscles in each ear, which is why they can move their ears in different directions to listen for sounds around them.
Children with ADHD are smart.
True! Many kids with ADHD are gifted with intelligence.
What is executive functioning?
What is brown, hairy, and wears sunglasses?
A coconut on vacation!
Why is exercise helpful for ADHD?
It can regulate your senses by giving you lots of rhythmic movement to your muscles and joints!
What color does a reindeer's eyes turn in winter?
They turn blue, to help them see light at lower levels.