Symptoms and Diagnosis
This common activity done by teens with ADHD, such as fidgeting and squirming, is a core sign of hyperactivity.
What is fidgeting/squirming?
While common myths blame sugar and poor parenting, this appears to be the leading contributor to ADHD.
What are genetics?
One common academic struggle for teens with ADHD is difficulty with these two skills necessary for planning.
100: What are organization and time management?
The most effective approach for treating ADHD usually combines medication with this type of therapy.
What is behaviour therapy?
Students with an official ADHD diagnosis may be eligible for a formal support plan known by this number.
What is 504 Plan (Or IEP)?
To be diagnosed, symptoms must cause impairment in at least two of these, such as home, school, or with friends.
What are settings/environments (ex: school, home, etc)?
This specific brain region, important for executive function, shows differences in individuals with ADHD.
What is the frontal lobe?
A major risk for teens with ADHD is a higher frequency of this driving-related issue compared to their peers.
The most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD belong to this class of drugs.
What are stimulant medicines/medications?
Common accommodations include extra time on tests, preferential seating, and access to this specific kind of testing environment.
What is a low-distraction testing environments?
Symptoms like making careless mistakes, being easily distracted, and difficulty following instructions fall under this main subtype of ADHD.
What is primarily inattentive?
The lifetime prevalence of ADHD among U.S. adolescents aged 13 to 18 years is approximately this percentage.
What is about 8-9 Percent?
Impulsive behaviors in teens with ADHD might manifest as having difficulty managing this resource or saying things without thinking.
What is money management?
Breaking large tasks into smaller steps and using visual cues are examples of these non-medication strategies.
What are non-medication management strategies (or behavioural strategies)?
This educational strategy can help students focus on listening and participating in class rather than extensive writing.
What is providing pre-printed notes/outlines?
The three main subtypes of ADHD are primarily inattentive, primarily hyperactive-impulsive, and this combined presentation.
What is combined presentation?
Compared to females, males are this many times more likely to be affected by ADHD during adolescence.
What is three times?
Teens with ADHD may struggle with emotional regulation and find it hard to maintain these due to impulsive actions like interrupting.
What are social relationships/friendships?
Treatment for ADHD cannot achieve this outcome, but it can significantly lessen symptoms and prevent complications.
What is a cure?
To manage excess energy and improve focus, a student might be allowed to use this specific kind of chair or take scheduled breaks.
What is a "wiggle seat"?
While physical hyperactivity may decrease with age, this specific set of symptoms, including disorganization and distractibility, often lasts into adulthood.
What are inattentive symptoms (or disorganization/distractability)?
Although hyperactivity often decreases with age, these specific symptoms are most likely to persist into adulthood.
What are inattentive symptoms?
Teens with untreated ADHD are more likely to engage in these behaviors, which include a higher risk of substance use and poor grades.
What are risky behaviours?
Adequate sleep, nutrition, and exercise are examples of these types of modifications that can help manage ADHD symptoms.
What are lifestyle modifications?
Regular communication between these two parties is crucial for a collaborative approach to supporting a student with ADHD.
What are parents and teachers?