Discussion Board: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

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Discussion Board: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder has the characteristics of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Approximately 11% of children 4-17 years of age (6.4 million) have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011. The percentage of children with an ADHD diagnosis continues to increase, from 7.8% in 2003 to 9.5% in 2007 and to 11.0% in 2011.
Do you believe that ADHD is a “real” disorder? Explain. What do you suppose is causing the continuing increase in the number of children diagnosed of ADHD? Explain.
Be sure to respond completely to each part of the discussion topic. Then, respond to at least 2 other student post. Your response to the discussion topic is worth 15 points and each response to another student’s post is worth 5 points.

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