Can children with attention deficit disorder learn?
On One Hand: ADHD May Severely Impact a Child’s EducationADHD is a neurological condition causing concentration difficulties and hyperactivity. If ADHD is untreated, children face learning difficulties along with strained peer relationships. Minority and low-income children are less likely to be diagnosed and treated than more affluent children; their parents may be unaware of the illness or unable to afford the medical treatment for their children.On the Other: Children Can Improve with Proper Medical TreatmentChildren with ADHD who receive proper medical treatment can improve their learning capabilities. A study published in the May 2009 Journal of Pediatrics, conducted by UC Berkelely researchers Stephen Hinshaw and Richard Scheffler, found that children with ADHD treated with stimulant medication made overall gains in their reading and math scores.Bottom LineChildren with ADHD who receive proper medical treatment can improve their learning capabilities. ADHD is usually treated with
