The symptoms of attention deficit disorder or ADD can present themselves in many ways and two people very rarely show the same symptoms of this condition. In some individuals ADD can be present as simple passivity or lack of attention while in other people it may be in the form of severe aggressive and hyperactive behavior that the person is often helpless to control. In many cases individuals that are affected by ADD have difficulty sitting still, finishing things, making plans ahead of time and often times are not even completely aware of happenings around them. They seem to go from one thing to another in a way that seems chaotic to those around them. Most doctors have a specific list of possible symptoms that they commonly use in order to determine if a person has ADD or its counterpart ADHD also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Although there are approximately 14 known symptoms on this list it is generally required that a child demonstrate at  [...]

The Gilliam Asperger’s Disorder Scale (GADS) is a norm-referenced assessment tool used in the evaluation of individuals having behavior problems or Asperger’s disorder. The scale can be completed by a parent or professional. Space is not a constraint either, as both school and home space could be utilized. The Gilliam Asperger’s Disorder Scale takes 5 to 10 minutes to complete. GADS efficiently discriminates individuals with Asperger’s Disorder from those having behavioral disorders or autism. The Gilliam Asperger’s Disorder Scale is ideal for individuals aged between three and 22. The scale documents the primary behavior characteristics of Asperger’s disorder. There are 32 clearly mentioned items that are divided into four subscales. These items describe the specific behaviors that can be observed and measured. The following are the four subscales: Social interaction

Bipolar disorder is also known as manic depression. Bipolar disorder in children is common. It is a chronic disorder of the brain characterized by bouts of extreme changes in mood, energy, cognition, and behavior. The visible symptoms are behavioral. There are several cardiac and metabolic effects as well. Symptoms may surface gradually or all of a sudden during childhood, adolescence, or adulthood. Research has identified the disorder in individuals belonging to all age groups, including children going to preschool. Bipolar disorder in children manifests in many different ways. The frequency, intensity, and period of the symptoms differ from child to child. As the child grows, the brain’s size, shape, and function are affected. According to latest research, bipolar disorder in children is more of a neurodevelopmental disorder. The different parts of the brain mature at different times. In fact, brain maturation is an ongoing process  [...]