History
ADHD Awareness Month, observed every October, aims to increase public understanding of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. People with ADHD may have trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors, or be overly active.
Terminology
Inattention: when a person may have difficulty sustaining focus, following instructions, or staying organized and it is not due to defiance or lack of comprehension.
Hyperactivity: when a person moves constantly, including extreme restlessness or talking too much in situations when it is not appropriate.
Impulsivity: when a person may act without thinking, makes hasty decisions, or has difficulty with self-control. Impulsivity could also include a desire for immediate rewards or the inability to delay gratification.
Occupational Therapist: Provides therapy focused on strategies to address the physical, behavioral, and emotional effects of ADHD, and identifies goals to help the child succeed at school and at home.
Books
- My Brain is a Race Car: A Children’s Guide to a Neuro-Divergent Brain by Nell Harris
- My Whirling, Twirling Motor by Merriam Sarcia Saunders
Wonderfully Wired Brains: An Introduction to the World of Neurodiversity by Louise Gooding
