COURSE OVERVIEW:

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder (a problem related to brain development) that causes hyperactivity, impulsive behaviour, and attention problems. It interferes with a person’s ability to exercise age-appropriate control of their behaviour and/or their cognition.

A lot of children who have behaviour problems and difficulty concentrating do not have ADHD or they may be suffering from only a mild form of ADHD. The challenge for parents and health professionals is to recognise the difference between normal behaviour problems and ADHD symptoms, which require early treatment.

Children at school with ADHD may be seen as disruptive, they may tend to call out in class and appear not to listen to their teacher, they may also have difficulties keeping up with their peers academically.

The number of diagnoses of ADHD is increasing, and the reasons for this are unknown. The increase may, however, be at least partly explained by better recognition. There are a lot of behavioural and developmental disorders that can cause symptoms of ADHD in young children, so it's important to have a proper assessment.

At home and in social situations they may do ‘silly’, irresponsible or inappropriate things and they may seem to not respond to attempts to discipline them. The child with ADHD is not wilfully naughty and their inability to be a good student or behave appropriately can be extremely distressing for them.

This course is designed to address the many questions about children with ADHD. The first part addresses the basic concerns about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) while the second part examines the risk factors, the symptoms of ADHD and the diagnosis process.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the end of this course, you will be able to understand:

• What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
• How common is ADHD?
• Do different types of ADHD exist?
• At what age does ADHD most often surface?
• Do children outgrow ADHD?
• The Core symptoms of ADHD in children
• What parts of the brain are affected in ADHD?
• Where in the brain do neurotransmitters have their effects?
• What genes are involved in ADHD?
• Does having ADHD mean that something is fundamentally wrong with the child’s brain?
• Which famous people who have or have had ADHD?
• The risk factors, symptoms, and diagnosis of ADHD
• What causes ADHD?
• If a parent has ADHD, will the child also have it?
• Do non-genetic risk factors for ADHD exist?
• Is a child born with ADHD, or did it “develop?”
• Is this true that watching television for hours can cause ADHD?
• What other environmental factors may cause ADHD?
• Can a significant head injury or a minor concussion cause ADHD?
• Are children born prematurely at increased risk for ADHD?
• Is it common that a child with iron-deficiency anaemia is hyperactive rather than tired?
• Could the many ear infections the child had as a toddler be the cause of his ADHD?
• At what age might parents begin to worry about whether their child has ADHD? Can ADHD be diagnosed in Pre-school?
• Do the symptoms of ADHD change as children mature?
• Are there other signs of ADHD besides the ones traditionally used to establish the diagnosis?
• Do ADHD symptoms in late adolescence put the child at risk for other kinds of problems?
• Does everyone with attention problems or hyperactivity have ADHD?
• Does gender have an effect on ADHD in children?
• When I say no, the child overreacts and is defiant or hostile. Is that common for a child with ADHD?
• What are the essential elements of a thorough evaluation to diagnose ADHD?
• Whom do I consult to get a proper diagnosis of ADHD?
• Can doctors really make a diagnosis of ADHD in 30 minutes?
• Can medical tests reliably determine whether the child has ADHD?
• Is a psychoeducational or neuropsychological assessment really necessary?
• ADHD is becoming more frequent among school children. Is it being over-diagnosed?
• Since diagnostic criteria indicate that symptoms of ADHD are supposed to be present by 7 years of age, how can a doctor now suggest for the first time that a 13-year-old seventh grader has ADHD?
• Is a child with ADHD more susceptible to other disorders as well?
• The child is very clumsy and hates team sports. Is that a common problem in children with ADHD?
• A child with ADHD bites his nails, chews on his clothing, and frequently blinks his eyes. Is that part of his ADHD?
• Is the ADHD child’s anxiety about school due to poor academic performance, or can ADHD children have co-occurring anxiety disorder?
• How often do obsessive-compulsive disorder and ADHD co-occur?
• Are problems with mood also common in children with ADHD?
• Is the ADHD child’s stubbornness and defiance caused by ADHD or by another condition?
• Does the ADHD child have trouble making and keeping friends? Is this a common problem for ADHD children?
• A child had been diagnosed with an autistic spectrum disorder. The doctor says he also has symptoms of ADHD. Can he have both?
• Can a child with limited intellectual capabilities have ADHD symptoms?

COURSE DURATION:

The typical duration of this course is approximately 2-3 hours to complete. Your enrolment is Valid for 12 Months. Start anytime and study at your own pace.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

You must have access to a computer or any mobile device with Adobe Acrobat Reader (free PDF Viewer) installed, to complete this course.

COURSE DELIVERY:

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ASSESSMENT:

A simple 10-question true or false quiz with Unlimited Submission Attempts.

CERTIFICATION:

Upon course completion, you will receive a customised digital “Certificate of Completion”.