ADHD, Boys, Mental Health & Technology
A guide for parents and educators caring for ADHD boys
WHAT IS ADHD?
"Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition in which a person has trouble paying attention and focusing on tasks, tends to act without thinking, and has trouble sitting still. It may begin in early childhood and can continue into adulthood. Without treatment, ADHD can cause problems at home, at school, at work, and with relationships (Healthwise, 2019)."
3 TYPES OF ADHD
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INATTENTIVE
​Inattentive, but not hyperactive or impulsive.
2
IMPULSIVE
Hyperactive and impulsive, but able to pay attention.
3
COMBINED
Inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsive (the most common form of ADHD).
SYMPTOMS
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Troubles paying attention
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Trouble following directions
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Easily distracted
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Seems disorganized or careless
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Slow to process information
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SYMPTOMS
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Trouble paying attention
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Restlessness
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Impulsive actions/speech with excessive talking
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High frequency of interruptions
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Difficulty waiting turns or following instructions
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May tend to be more reactive
SYMPTOMS
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Displays 6 out of 9 symptoms found in both types of ADHD (inattentive & hyperactive/impulsive)
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This tends to be the most commonly diagnosed type of ADHD
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ADHD GENDER DIFFERENCES
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Girls with
ADHD
Common traits and symptoms
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Disorganization
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Forgetfulness
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Inability to focus or daydreaming
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Incomplete assignments
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Struggles to maintain relationships and keep friendships
Overview of Differences
Boys
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Far more likely to be diagnosed
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More common to show hyperactivity and impulsivity
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Girls
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Far less commonly diagnosed
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More commonly inattentive ADHD versus combined or hyperactive/impulsive
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Boys with
ADHD
Common traits and symptoms
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Impulsivity
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Fidgeting
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Outbursts verbally or physically
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Inattentiveness
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Carlessness, disorganization and forgetfulness
MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS
What mental health challenges do ADHD boys face?
References
H. (2019, May). Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Retrieved December 11, 2020, from https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=hw166083