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Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter joins her husband Jimmy Carter in hospice care six months after being diagnosed with dementia
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter joins her husband Jimmy Carter in hospice care six months after being diagnosed with dementia
The 96-year-old is staying at her Plains, Georgia residence almost six months after it was revealed that she had been diagnosed with dementia
2023-11-18 09:54
Andrew Tate spills beans on idea behind ‘Top G’ mindset: ‘It’s going to change entire world'
Andrew Tate spills beans on idea behind ‘Top G’ mindset: ‘It’s going to change entire world'
Recently, Andrew Tate celebrated 8 million followers on X, all thanks to his controversial views
2023-10-07 13:48
Who is Laura Jarrett? 'Today' hires new fill-in host for September as NBC praises her 'tireless reporting'
Who is Laura Jarrett? 'Today' hires new fill-in host for September as NBC praises her 'tireless reporting'
Laura Jarrett will co-anchor the Saturday broadcast of ‘Today’ show
2023-08-10 12:49
How can I tell if my child has ADHD?
How can I tell if my child has ADHD?
ADHD awareness is on the rise – yet it can still sometimes be tricky for parents and carers to know whether their child is affected or not. It’s estimated that 5 per cent of children in the UK have ADHD, according to the charity ADHD UK. And while the condition has previously been stereotypically associated with ‘disruptive’ and ‘naughty’ behaviour, particularly in young boys, it is now understood to be far more complex and nuanced than that. “Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts someone’s attention, their levels of hyperactivity and impulsivity,” explains Dr Seb Thompson, consultant clinical psychologist at Cygnet Health Care. “Typically when someone has ADHD, they tend to struggle with their attention, with hyperactivity and with impulsivity – although it is possible to just struggle with symptoms from one of those,” Thompson adds. Of course, no child has ‘perfect’ concentration all the time, and many kids can have impulsive moments or bouts of being a bit hyperactive. So, how do you know if they’re actually showing signs of ADHD? To mark October’s ADHD Awareness Month, we talked to some experts… ADHD does not always look the same There are some common patterns that crop up with ADHD, however it can also affect individuals very differently. So, if another child has similar behavioural traits to yours and has had a diagnosis, that does not necessarily mean your child has ADHD too. At the same time, children could have very different behavioural traits, yet both have ADHD. “Every child with ADHD will probably struggle with a unique set of difficulties,” explains Georgia Chronaki, senior lecturer in developmental neuroscience at University of Central Lancashire. “[For example] One child might struggle with paying attention in class, another may struggle with managing their emotions.” They find being still and quiet really hard It may be a stereotype, but uncontrollable fidgeting could be an indicator of possible ADHD. Thompson explains: “The hyperactivity and impulsivity difficulties associated with ADHD could include being unable to sit still without fidgeting, excessive restlessness, finding the quiet to be uncomfortable, difficulty engaging in tasks quietly, difficulties in turn-taking, impulsively saying or doing things without thinking through consequences, as well as a tendency not to consider the risks of behaviour.”Your child is often forgetful and loses things easilyThompson says if they are “frequently misplacing or losing items, being easily distracted, appearing to be daydreaming, and having difficulties remembering to do tasks and difficulties following through with instructions”, it may be linked with ADHD. You can tell your child is struggling If your child seems to be finding things a struggle, this could be a big indicator. “Imagine really wanting to pay attention to a conversation that is happening but your brain is not letting you,” says Thompson. “Imagine really wanting to focus on your homework, but your brain is not letting you. Imagine really wanting to sit and watch a TV programme, or sit and eat a meal, or sit and relax and your brain is not letting you. “The world can be a very frustrating place for young people with ADHD, particularly if they do not understand why their brain works in the way it does.” They seem down or depressed Thompson adds that kids with ADHD “can often suffer with low self-esteem, depression and anxiety”. He explains: “Young people who get frustrated by their difficulties may stop trying at school, or lose interest in their hobbies because they can’t sustain the attention to take part.” Seeking advice If any of these things are impacting your child’s wellbeing and making things seem hard for them, or if you are concerned they may have ADHD, then it may be worth seeking professional support. Diagnoses are typically given by specialist ADHD assessment teams, and referrals tend to be made via schools or Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Read More ‘I think it’s wise if you pipe down’: Man inundated with criticism after judging mum on her phone Sleepy tea, counting backwards and dense earplugs: Inside the lives of insomniacs ‘I like listening to humans talk’: Meet the podcast fans who can’t stand silence Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-10-03 15:23
UN: International donors promise $1.5 billion in aid to Sudan
UN: International donors promise $1.5 billion in aid to Sudan
The United Nations says International donors have promised Monday almost $1.5 billion in additional aid to conflict-stricken Sudan
2023-06-20 04:50
No. 2 House Republican Steve Scalise is diagnosed with blood cancer and undergoing treatment
No. 2 House Republican Steve Scalise is diagnosed with blood cancer and undergoing treatment
The second ranking House Republican says he has been diagnosed with blood cancer
2023-08-30 00:28
Money-hungry, or spiritually misguided? Jury weighs fate of slain kids' mom in triple murder trial
Money-hungry, or spiritually misguided? Jury weighs fate of slain kids' mom in triple murder trial
An Idaho jury is weighing two theories in the strange triple murder trial of Lori Vallow Daybell
2023-05-12 13:17
Apple shares slide after China government iPhone ban reports
Apple shares slide after China government iPhone ban reports
The technology giant's stock market valuation has fallen by almost $200bn in the last two days.
2023-09-08 10:50
Women's World Cup: Steel Roses outkick men in Chinese football
Women's World Cup: Steel Roses outkick men in Chinese football
China's women's national team is a source of pride under a system that lavishes resources on men.
2023-07-28 05:50
Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger is running for governor instead of seeking reelection to the House
Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger is running for governor instead of seeking reelection to the House
Virginia congresswoman Abigail Spanberger has announced she will run for governor in 2025 instead of seeking reelection to the U.S. House next year
2023-11-13 20:18
The easiest way to get a $7,500 tax credit for an electric vehicle? Consider leasing.
The easiest way to get a $7,500 tax credit for an electric vehicle? Consider leasing.
Thanks to a boost from the government, leasing — not buying — is becoming the most affordable way to get your hands on an electric vehicle
2023-05-30 22:22
Rarely-seen Basquiat paintings reunited 41 years after canceled show
Rarely-seen Basquiat paintings reunited 41 years after canceled show
Eight paintings made by Jean-Michel Basquiat in Modena, Italy, are being shown together for the first time.
2023-05-10 10:18