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What ADD Is Not
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What ADD Is Not
WHAT ADD IS NOT
- Many people assume that children with ADD can not pay attention. This is false. In fact, these children are known to “hyperfocus” on anything which captures their attention, to the point where it is difficult to get their attention. It is true, however, that a higher degree of interest is necessary before the child can pay attention. Children with ADD do not tune-out or daydream on purpose or to be rude. Some people have likened it to having an on-off switch in the brain. Interest is needed to activate or “turn on” the brain, after which it is easy to pay attention. If there is no interest, then the brain is “off” and the child is likely to do something to try and get it back on. This can include sensation seeking, daydreaming, or becoming immersed in something the child finds very interesting. It can also include disruptive behavior. Ritalin and other stimulants appear to work by artificially stimulating the brain, allowing the child to have the necessary neural stimulation to pay attention to more dull subjects.
- Contrary to the popular stereotype of children with ADD, not all who are diagnosed exhibit signs of hyperactivity. Some, especially girls, are extremely introverted and may appear to be day dreaming.
- Oppositional behavior is often confused with ADD. ADD in itself does NOT directly cause oppositional behavior. It can, however, indirectly result in anger and oppositional behavior if the child is chronically mistreated, for example, by parents and teachers who continually blame the child for not “performing” like other children. Such children may give up trying to please their parents and instead misbehave out of frustration and anger. Otherwise, ADD kids are often described as enthusiastic and affectionate by understanding parents. In addition, some people reacting to foods may become hostile as well as hyperactive while they are reacting to the food.
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