How a Child with ADHD may Present in a Classroom / Triggers for Assessment - Inattention
- Easily distracted
- Incomplete work
- Problems with getting homework done and remembering to hand it in
- Not able to produce the same amount and/or level of school work as others
- Need for repeated instructions
- Misinterpreting instruction and questions on assignments or tests
- Difficulty with handwriting
- Problems with reading
- Careless errors
- Problems paying attention to details
- Problems with spelling and math
- Problems with sequencing
- Forgetting deadlines or difficulty completing work on time
- Problems with organizing larger assignments and projects
- Problems starting projects
- Frequent daydreaming and presenting as spacey
- Excessive talking and interrupting others
- Blurting out answers
- Unable to sit still, constantly on the move
- Touching, pushing and grabbing others or things impulsively
- Interrupting others play
- Problems dealing with frustration
- Tentative and unsure of trying new things and learning new skills
- Reluctant to volunteer answers or be called upon
- Does not make or keep friends easily
- Unable to change focus or start and stop activities
- Transitions or changes produce agitation or frustration
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