Ritalin is the common drug administered for children diagnosed with ADHD it is taken twice a day and last between 4 to 6 hours. Ritalin only takes 30mins after being digested to see signs of it working these are.. improved attention behaviour and improved social behaviour as well as decreased impulsive responding among students with ADHD. Student’s impulse control and attention to task seem to improve with the regular use of stimulant medication these problem behaviours after being administered with Ritalin range amongst the same as students without the ADHD condition.
Many parents feel that not only is the behaviour of the child improved but the child’s relationships to everyone around them.
Dexedrine is also a medication that is used for treating ADHD. It is more concentrated and you only use about half the quantity as Ritalin.
Side effects of using Ritalin and Dexedrine is decreased appetite, weight loss, irritability, headaches, abdominal pain and increase in nervous tics.
Teachers role in medication treatments.
You must obtain a medication treatment plan.
• You must continue to assess the behaviour of the child and support the parents and child during this time.
• Implement educational interventions
• Monitor the efficacy of all interventions.
Bender, W. (1997). Understanding ADHD A Practical Guide for Teachers and Parents. United States, America, Prentice-Hall Inc. Page 109 – 115.
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