HYPERACTIVITY

How can we deal with this kids??

WHAT IS HYPERACTIVITY? Hyperactivity can be

described as a physical state in which a person is abnormally and easily excitable or exuberant. Strong emotional reactions, impulsive behavior, and sometimes a short span of attention are also typical for a hyperactive person.

when hyperactivity starts to become a problem for the person or others, it may be classified as a medical disorder. The slang term hyper is used to describe someone who is in a hyperactive state.

CHARACTERISTICS OF A HYPERACTIVE STUDENT

Some students have difficulty paying attention in class, act hyperactive or impulsive. They exhibit various characteristics that can be bothersome to teachers, other students and even themselves.

HAVE SHORT ATTENTION SPAN

Students who have problems paying attention are easily distracted. They may often look about the classroom instead of at the teacher or chalkboard. Such students may not read directions or follow instructions and then make silly mistakes. Some are forgetful and often lose things necessary for doing tasks. Others are very disorganized.

When in a conversation, such a student may not pay attention to what the other person is saying and seem rude or uncaring. It takes a lot of self-discipline for such a person to be able to maintain attention.

ADD and ADHD are considered severe disorders that can disrupt a person's life, as well as those around him or her. It is often a result of a chemical imbalance. Physicians will often prescribe medication to control the disorder.