Tag: temperamental differences

Attention Deficit Disorder defined Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder can be defined as a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity more frequent and severe than is typical of children at a similar level of development. This definition conforms to the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, Fourth Edition.(2) Diagnosis Diagnosis should be done by an educational psychologist. Normal onset starts before the age of seven and symptoms should be present for at least 6 months. Six symptoms of the criteria for ADD/ADHD should be met. Incidence of Hyperactivity 10% of the South African population is hyperactive.(5) Hyperactivity is between four and …