Overcoming Classroom Challenges

Título: Overcoming Classroom Challenges

Autor: Medialink

Categoria: Pessoas e blogs

Descrição: August 2006 (Medialink) - It's almost back-to-school time, but for children struggling with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the new school year can bring many challenges. Characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, kids living with the disorder have a much tougher time adjusting to the new school year and focusing on their school work. In adults and children, the core symptoms of ADHD are inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. ADHD is one of the most common psychiatric disorders of childhood and is estimated to affect five to seven percent of children. Studies have shown that individuals with ADHD who go untreated are at increased risk of lower academic achievement, injuries, alcohol or substance abuse and early pregnancy. One treatment, called Focalin XR, is making it easier for parents and children to manage this disorder. The once-daily dose works rapidly and lasts through the school day and into the homework hours. For full prescribing information, visit www.FocalinXR.com. A new ADHD Back-to-School Survival Guide is now available to help families with ADHD start the school year, and each school day, off on the right foot. For more information about ADHD and to get your free copy of the Back-to-School Survival Guide, visit www.adhdbacktoschool.com or call 1-888-500-ADHD. Produced for Novartis

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