These results are consistent with the Moderate Brain Arousal (MBA) model of ADHD, in which stimuli that evoke moderate arousal lead to improved performance over noises that are under- or over-stimulating. The present dissertation aims to investigate the noise sensitivity and preferences ...
6. Ring of Fire ADD (“ADD plus”)Symptoms:Sensitivity to noise, light, touch; periods of mean, nasty behavior; unpredictable behavior; speaking fast; anxiety and fearfulness. Cause:A ring ofhyperactivityaround the brain (the entire brain is overactive, with too much activity across thecerebra...
Noise Sensitivity ADHD: Real Illness or Product of Culture? One of the symptoms of ADHD, according to WebMD, is the following: “Easily distracted by irrelevant stimuli and frequently interrupting ongoing tasks to attend to trivial noises or events that are usually ignored by others.” This desc...
Sensitive to noise, light, clothes, or touch Cyclic mood changes (highs and lows) Inflexible rigid thinking Oppositional Demanding to have their way Periods of mean, nasty, or insensitive behavior Periods of increased talkativeness Unpredictable behavior Periods of increased impulsivity Grandiose or “...
They must determine which traits can be attributed to ADHD, which are from autism, and which are from both. Sensory sensitivities: AuDHD often causes sensory issues, like sensitivities to noise, textures, or touch. Executive functioning challenges: Planning, prioritizing tasks, and staying organized...
depending on your sensitivity to them. Researchers suggest that sensory processing challenges can impact the severity of ADHD symptoms. Learning how to manage hypersensitivity may reduce the effect of sensory and emotional overload. A therapist may support you during this process with online or in-pe...
Exposure toloud noisesor persistent sounds often intensifies ADHD symptoms. Audiovisual overstimulationcan lead to hyperactive behavior, asconstant auditory inputmay overwhelm the brain’s processing capacity. Sudden, high-pitched, or loud sounds are especially disruptive,causing distractionand making it di...
Learning Disabilities: Since children with ADHD often have a difficult time concentrating in school and focusing on homework assignments, this can negatively affect their performance in school and development. Mood Disorders: Depression and bipolar disorder tend to be common in people with ADHD. Anx...
Before starting ADHD medications: Things to know It may take time to find the right medication and dosage. Medication forADHDis more effective when combined with other nondrug treatments, such as behavior therapy and education services. If you do choose medicine as part of your child's treatment...
Before starting ADHD medications: Things to know It may take time to find the right medication and dosage. Medication forADHDis more effective when combined with other nondrug treatments, such as behavior therapy and education services. If you do choose medicine as part of your child's treatment...