The symptoms of ADHD are outlined in the DSM-IV diagnostic criteria in two main subtypes or groups: (1) symptoms of inattentiveness and (2) hyperactivity-impulsivity. Signs of brain dysfunction and associated perceptual and learning disabilities are omitted from the current definition, as outlined ...
Behaviors and mental processing of autistic children can range from quirky to very atypical. They may do well academically and/or have learning disabilities.3 At What Age Do Kids Show Signs of Autism? Many children show symptoms of autism by 12 to 18 months of age or earlier. Autism can be...
About 5%-15% Americans have some symptoms of dyslexia, like slow reading, trouble spelling, or mixing up words. Adults can have this learning disorder, but most people are diagnosed early in life. Others don't realize they have dyslexia until they get older. Is dyslexia a disability? Dyslexi...
Autism occurs right from infancy, but it does not express itself right away. It is only when the child reaches the third year of its age that Autism establishes its symptoms. But with a close and careful observation, Autism can be identified with its symptoms, even before a child turns thr...
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a chronic neuro-developmental disorder with symptoms that carry into adulthood. ADHD is also a form of neurodivergence, which may sometimes be considered an identity. It can affect many aspects of an individual's life and may benefit from accommodati...
after a concussion. For the first 2 days after your injury, you should take plenty of time to relax and avoid anything too straining on your brain such as heavy loads of work, loud noises, and bright lights. You can gradually increase physical and mental activities as your symptoms improve...
of the population in adulthood it’s two and a half. So roughly 50% of people recover from ADHD by the time they hit the age of 18, and then 50% go on to continue to suffer symptoms in their adulthood and I think a big misconception is that it looks the same for some reason ...
While a little stress can be a great motivator, it’s time to seek help when stress is adversely affecting your life. If you notice symptoms of toxic stress in yourself, your child, or someone you love, therapy can help you find the root cause of the stress and teach skills to help ...
While previously believed to be "outgrown" by adulthood, the current opinion indicates that many children will continue throughout life with symptoms that may affect both occupational and social functioning. Some medical researchers note that approximately 40%-50% of ADHD-hyperactive children will have...
Autism spectrum disorder has three main types or features; social interaction problems, verbal and nonverbal communication impairment, and repetitive behavioral problems. Common early signs and symptoms of autism include; prefers to be alone, may want to