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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
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
