East Devon ADHD Parents / Carers Support Group
We meet every month
at the MIND Centre, The Haven, 32 - 34 High Street, Honiton EX14 1PU
opposite Montgomerys Tea & Coffee shop and next to Honiton Milkshake and
Pottery Shop - click
here for a map
Limited parking at rear of the MIND Centre which can be reached by turning
in to Pottery Close, turn right in to the service road and right again. Please
park in the second car park.
Meeting dates:
From 10am to 12 noon Guest speakers will attend each meeting |
For further information, please contact: Deborah Baker - Facilitator - 01392 384597 Maureen Makin - Co-Facilitator - 01404 540512 |
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We look forward to meeting you!
ADHD - Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder - taken from the National MIND website: http://www.mind.org.uk/Information/Booklets/Understanding/Understanding+ADHD.htm#What_is_ADHD
"Many parents worry about how their child is behaving, from time to time, but untamed behaviour is a normal part of growing up. The difference between this and ADHD is how extreme it is. Children with ADHD usually behave in the same challenging way, wherever they are and whoever they're with. Unless they get the special help they need, ADHD can be damaging to them, to their family, and to their future. Children can be very young when problems start. Parents often describe their children as being 'motor driven'. They will be restless, on the go the whole time, often very clumsy and always asking for attention.
In the first two years of school, teachers will find them untidy, disorganised and forgetful. As time goes on, they may also find that the child finds it hard to sit still or stick to one task, and that learning and writing is very challenging for them, because they are so easily distracted.
Children with ADHD are highly impulsive, and may speak or act without thinking about what they are saying or doing. They are also very talkative and can find it difficult to listen, and take turns in conversation. As a result, they may come across as bossy to other children, which may make it harder for them to maintain friendships.
As they grow older, their own restlessness can make them feel frustrated and dismayed, making their problems worse. Most children misbehave occasionally. It doesn't mean that there's anything wrong. But if the behaviour has been going on for a long time, it could mean there is a problem, although not necessarily ADHD. If you are worried about your child, you are entitled to help, whether or not your child has ADHD."