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Co-existing Conditions
What are these
other co-existing conditions?
One of the difficulties
in diagnosing ADHD is that it's often found in conjunction with other
hidden impairments. These are called co-existing conditions, and about
two thirds of all children with ADHD have one or more of these.
The most common co-existing conditions are:
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD)
At least 35% of all children with ADHD also have Oppositional defiant
disorder,
Which is characterized by
 Stubbornness,
Outbursts of temper,
Acts of defiance
Rule breaking.
Conduct disorder is similar but features more severe hostility and aggression.
Children who have conduct disorder are more likely get in trouble with
authority figures later, possibly with the law. Oppositional defiant disorder
and conduct disorder are seen most commonly with the hyperactive and combined
subtypes of ADHD.
For further information on this condition please click this link:
http://www.addsuccess.co.uk/main/OppositionalDefiantDisorder.asp
Mood Disorders (such as depression)
About 18% of children with ADHD, particularly the inattentive subtype,
also experience depression. They may feel
Inadequate,
Isolated,
Frustrated by school failures
Have social problems,
Have low self-esteem
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders affect about 25% of children with ADHD. Symptoms include
Excessive worry,
Fear, or panic, which can also lead to physical symptoms such as
a racing heart
Sweating,
Stomach pains,
Diarrhoea.
Other forms of
anxiety that can accompany ADHD are
Obsessive -compulsive disorder and Tourettes syndrome
As well as motor or vocal tics (Movements or sounds that are repeated
over and over).
Learning
Disabilities
About half of all children with ADHD also have a specific
Learning disability. The most common learning problems are with Reading
(Dyslexia) and handwriting.
Although ADHD isn't categorized as a learning disability, its interference
with concentration and attention can make it even more difficult for a
child to perform well in school.
If your child has ADHD and a co-existing condition, the doctor will carefully
consider that when developing a treatment plan.
Some treatments are better than others at addressing specific combinations
of symptoms.
Family coaching can be a very effective treatment for all ADHD and
Co-existing conditions.
Why not read what other people have said about Family Coaching, please
click on the link below: Testimonials
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and make the changes that are needed to help not only your child but also
the whole family?
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As
your personnal coach I can help you as a family move forward and develop
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