ADHD

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Dr. Sarah Jerstad, associate clinical director of psychological services at Children’s, explains what parents need to know about ADHD and how best to support your child with ADHD.

Jennifer Swanson, MD, FAAP

Most people recall a time when they had difficulty concentrating, focusing or listening. Most of us remember daydreaming in various situations, then “catching ourselves” and reminding ourselves to pay attention. These behaviors are part of normal human experience. However, some children, adolescents and adults struggle with persistent and pervasive attention problems. Over the years this difficulty has had a variety of different names and descriptions. Today it is called Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

For teens with a chronic illness or disability, adolescence is a combination of a special developmental period and a difficult set of challenges. Adolescence is a unique developmental time characterized by emerging independence, rapid cognitive and physical growth, and the development of an identity. Peer relationships develop a special significance during adolescence. Chronic illness and disability impose physical limitations, often require repeat medical visits, and can involve complex medical treatments.