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July 23, 2008
ADHD Symptoms Worsen as Child Transitions to Middle School
BETHESDA, Md -- Environmental changes associated with the transition of children to middle school can worsen symptoms of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or disrupt the typical pattern of decline, according to a study in the July 2008 issue of the Journal of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology.
Studies have indicated that simplifying and structuring a child's environment and routine can impact ADHD symptoms. But when children enter middle school, their environment and routine change dramatically -- they have multiple classes with multiple teachers, more homework, and planning and organisational demands and become more responsible for their own success.
Posted by Frank at July 23, 2008 10:01 AM
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