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Peer reviewedZentall, Sydney S. – Exceptional Children, 1993
This article summarizes major academic problems of students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and addresses the extent to which these problems are secondary to ADHD itself, rather than a part of a co-occurring learning or cognitive disability. Recommendations are made for modification of classroom settings to enhance academic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Attention Deficit Disorders, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Peer reviewedKelly, Desmond; And Others – American Annals of the Deaf, 1993
This article presents a practical approach to the problem of attention deficit disorder in children with deafness or hearing impairment, based on experience with a model treatment program at a residential school. Suggestions are provided regarding diagnostic procedures; management in the classroom, home, and residential area; therapeutic…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Classroom Techniques, Deafness, Educational Diagnosis
Download full textWeinberg, Warren A.; Emslie, Graham J. – 1990
This paper presents information on the diagnostic criteria and management of disorders that may be wrongly identified as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or may coexist with ADHD thus complicating identification and treatment. The disorders discussed are: depression, mania, primary disorder of vigilance, narcolepsy, developmental…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Disorders, Clinical Diagnosis, Depression (Psychology)
Peer reviewedLerner, Janet W.; Lerner, Sue R. – Focus on Exceptional Children, 1991
This paper examines the family of disorders referred to as attention deficit disorders (ADD). It addresses the topics of special education legislation; the history of ADD; associated conditions (learning disabilities, behavior/emotional disorders, and other health impairments); assessment; treatment (medical and educational, family counseling, and…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Educational Diagnosis, Educational Legislation, Elementary Secondary Education
PACER Center, Inc., Minneapolis, MN. – 2001
This manual provides basic information for teachers and others who are interested in helping children learn about different disabilities. Each section includes information about a particular disability and answers questions that children might have about the disability. The first section addresses visual impairments and contains information on…
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes
Westwood, Peter – 2003
This book is designed to provide teachers with an immediate and comprehensive source of practical strategies for meeting children's special needs in regular classrooms. Chapter 1 explores issues relating to children with general and specific learning difficulties. It discusses inclusive schooling and special educational needs, factors associated…
Descriptors: Academic Accommodations (Disabilities), Aggression, Attention Deficit Disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication
