January 8, 2008
Children with ADHD—How to Recognize the Early Signs of ADHD in Children
You will know your child is difficult before he is two years old, especially if you have other children. He exhausts you. He cannot sit still, does not listen to instructions, and gets in trouble constantly. A former foster mother of 36 children with severe ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) said, “These kids make your eyeballs tired.”If your child has behavior problems, it is hard to know what to do next. You may be reluctant to get him assessed right away because you still have questions. What if he just has a lot of energy? What is normal behavior anyway?Typical Milestones of Children without Child Behavior ProblemsAt three years old—he can initiate play activities and he enjoys playing with other kids.At four years old—he talks and plays with his peers, takes turns when playing games, cooperates in groups, and helps adults when asked.At five years old—he can follow established rules and routines. He apologizes when he hurts others, shows his emotions in different situations, is helpful to his peers, and seeks help from adults when crises occur.When It Is Time to Get Your Child’s AssessmentIf your child cannot accomplish these tasks and he is more […]
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