BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS RELATED TO ADD

ADHD and ADD can be observed in childhood and may have extremely early origin, but is not noticeable till a later time. These are chronic disorders and patients probably have physiological or neurological brain differences as compared to a normal child. But, as with any deficit, difference from norm, or disorder occurring in childhood, experts in infant and early childhood development are still unable to isolate and detect the various problems pertaining to that disorder. These problems may be emotional, physiological (i.

e. neurological/biochemical), behavioral or social.

Genetic miswiring of the brain may lead to ADD, but it will also cause a child to think differently, interact differently, feel differently and behave differently. All this will depend upon how the child perceives his/ her external world (consisting of siblings, friends, parents and teachers) as well as events, and how they understand their perceived inputs.

The external world of such a child should understand how to help such a child, whose perception is different from others, and try to make him feel confident and secure. Hyperactive behavior and lack of concentration may often be an expression of confusion, anxiety and unhappiness due to misunderstanding experienced by the child. The brain may temporarily be affected by medication and change these patterns of behavior temporarily, but the sense of alienation of the child will not change. This can only be changed by the world of people around the child.

With proper guidance, learning to comprehend and respond optimistically to your adolescent or child is not very difficult. At the Whole Adolescent/Child Center, we are able to assist you with this situation.