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What Are The Symptoms Of ADD In A Child?

My grandson 11 yrs old has been struggling in school for 2 years. When I consult with his teachers they all say he does not stay on task and must be refocused repeatedly. The principal has only done disciplinary action but I feel he has A.D.D. he is not fidgety or constantly moving but cannot stay focused on chores, is easily distracted and confused. How do I get him tested?
Mon, 27 Nov 2017
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Hello thanks for your question


The ADD can only be identified by looking for certain characteristic behaviors, and these behaviors vary from child to child and also in sexes. Experts show that boys are three times more likely to suffer from ADD than girls.

The following symptoms are common indicators of ADD in children:

Difficulty keeping attention on work or play activities at school and at home
Losing or forgetting things like toys, pencils, books, or tools needed for a task
Avoids or dislikes activities that require sitting still or a sustained effort
Seems disorganized and doesn't pay close attention to details
Has trouble with tasks that require planning ahead
Forgets things and is easily distracted
Does not follow directions or finish tasks, often skipping from one uncompleted activity to another
Does not appear to be listening when someone is speaking
Does not pay attention and makes careless mistakes
Is forgetful about daily activities
Has a tendency to daydream
Becomes easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds
Rarely follows instructions carefully and completely

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What Are The Symptoms Of ADD In A Child?

Hello thanks for your question The ADD can only be identified by looking for certain characteristic behaviors, and these behaviors vary from child to child and also in sexes. Experts show that boys are three times more likely to suffer from ADD than girls. The following symptoms are common indicators of ADD in children: Difficulty keeping attention on work or play activities at school and at home Losing or forgetting things like toys, pencils, books, or tools needed for a task Avoids or dislikes activities that require sitting still or a sustained effort Seems disorganized and doesn t pay close attention to details Has trouble with tasks that require planning ahead Forgets things and is easily distracted Does not follow directions or finish tasks, often skipping from one uncompleted activity to another Does not appear to be listening when someone is speaking Does not pay attention and makes careless mistakes Is forgetful about daily activities Has a tendency to daydream Becomes easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds Rarely follows instructions carefully and completely Hope this helps Kind regards