ADHD 0.0 / 5 ? Health & Social CareDiagnosis, treatment and prevention strategiesA2/A-levelEdexcel Created by: MackenzieDeardenCreated on: 28-09-17 08:57 Signs and Symptoms- ADHD Has trouble staying focused; is easily diostracted and gets bored with a task before it's completed Appears not to listen when spoken to Has difficulty remembering things and following instructions; doesn't pay attention to details or makes careless mistakes Has trouble staying organised, planning ahead and finishing projects Frequently loses or mispalces homework, books, toys or other items Being unable to sit still, especially in calm or quiet surroundings Constantly fidgeting Excessive talking Mood swings 1 of 2 Diagnostic tools for diagnosis- ADHD Usually noticed by parents or teachers. A Child Behaviour Checklist (CBCL/6-18) is used to confirm diagnosis. When the child is being assessed it is done with a rating scale based on questions about the child's behaviour. This information contributes to further assessment and diagnosis by specialist doctors and psychologists. 2 of 2
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