The number of children diagnosed with ADHD has increased by 66% over the last ten years. While this number may be shocking, it’s not all bad news. Dr. Hyken was on Fox2Now discussing the symptoms to look for, how to be tested and the available treatments.
Russell Hyken, Ph.D. Ed.S, M.A., LPC, NCC
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Posts Tagged ‘ Educational Evaluations ’
ADHD
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012Educational Evaluations
Monday, March 14th, 2011Testing Criteria:
Many ask me what is an educational evaluation and what is included in the process. Below is a general description of what should be included in all legitimate evaluations.
Teen ADHD
Saturday, December 18th, 2010My son is in the 10th grade. During the past year he has become more impulsive and easily distractible. Can students this old, have ADHD?
Adolescents with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may act impulsively, be easily distracted and have difficulty focusing, but this is not necessarily specific to ADHD. Anxious kids may be hyper and restless, depressed kids may be inattentive and disorganized and typical teens may display all of the above. How is a parent to know if their teen is experiencing turbulent times or engaging in developmentally appropriate activities?
