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ADHD and ADD
What does having “ADHD” and “ADD” mean?
ADHD affects the way your brain works. Having it is a bit like having a “racing car brain”.
It means that it can go really, really, really fast.
The problem is, it sometimes goes a bit too fast and the brakes don’t work so well.
Children with ADHD might find it hard to pay attention in school because their mind is zipping around all over the place, bursting with new ideas. That is great!
But sometimes, children might need some help to slow it down so that they can look after their racing-car brain.
Doctors can give children some medicine that can sometimes help with this.
ADD also affects the way your brain works. The difference is that a child with ADD is not as hyperactive as a child with ADHD.
Some children describe it as like getting lost in a big daydream, like being asleep but with your eyes still open.
Daydreaming can be really fun, and some children with ADD have brilliant imaginations. This might be something that children don’t notice they are doing.
When this happens, it can be a bit tricky because they might not be paying attention to what is going on around them.
Doctors can give some medicines that can sometimes help with this.
Where can I get more information about ADHD?
If you would like to find out more about ADHD, you might like to check out the links below. There are lots of websites and videos available to help young people understand ADHD.
https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/service/childrens-services-2/childrens-medicine/adhd-kids-zone/
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/mental-health-conditions/adhd-and-mental-health/