Attention Deficit-Hyperactivy Disorder (ADHD): characteristics, diagnosis and treatment

Authors

  • Eneida Maria Leone de Souza
  • Yara Kuperstein Ingberman

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v4i1.3323

Keywords:

deficit, attention, hyperactivity

Abstract

The Attention Deficit-Hyperactivy Disorder (ADHD) have as main characteristics, lack of attention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. The DSM-IV defines several criteria for diagnosis of such disorders, comprehending different symptoms of relative characteristics in two modules. One concerning lack of attention and the other, hyperactivity and impulsiveness, besides the criteria concerning the length of existence and starting age (necessarily under 7 years old), therefore an adult will show ADHD if observation has been made during early childhood. There are additional characteristics that may be found in ADHD, such as lack of organization, interpersonal relationship deficiency, poor relationship within relatives and brothers. In other words, the ADHD bring deep and serious implication on different contexts: social, family, academic and/or professional. Considering the fact, it is of fundamental importance the early diagnosis and treatment for the ADHD, avoiding heavy psychological consequences and severe injury while adult. An efficient treatment should combine remedy and psychotherapy intervention. It is important to consider that strategic selection for treatment must be based on each child alone. It is also of relevant significance the family and friends support and comprehension with the child.

Keywords: deficit; attention; hyperactivity.

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de Souza, E. M. L., & Ingberman, Y. K. (2000). Attention Deficit-Hyperactivy Disorder (ADHD): characteristics, diagnosis and treatment. Interação Em Psicologia, 4(1). https://doi.org/10.5380/psi.v4i1.3323

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Vol. 4 No. 1 (2000)

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