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Speaker: Miki Walker

Miki Walker: Hi, I'm Miki Walker, Director of Sand Hill School at Children's Health Council. October is Learning Difference Awareness Month and a great opportunity to learn more about ADHD. Specifically what it looks like in preschool aged Children. In preschool, some of the common signs of ADHD include the following: Number one, restlessness and excessive fidgeting, such as difficulty sitting still during quiet activities and constantly moving. Number two, a short attention span, such as difficulty staying on tasks or focused in play for a developmentally appropriate length of time. Number three, impulsive behavior, such as having a hard time playing games that require turn taking or play that requires sharing toys. They may even frequently grab toys from others or interrupt others while they are still talking. Number four, difficulty following instructions, such as completing simple tasks or following basic directions such as go find that red crayon and sit down. You may have even wondered at times are they even listening? Number five, emotional outbursts, your child might struggle with intense feelings and often demonstrate reactions that seem disproportionate to the minor situation to learn more about the early signs of ADHD or any learning difference in honor of Learning Difference Awareness Month. Please visit CHC's website.