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==    Cognitive functions ==
==    Cognitive functions ==
''To do: Identify cognitive functions affected by this condition''
symptoms of inattention, impulsiveness, irritability, intolerance, and frustration.
 
often forgetful of daily duties, instructions, orders, and recommendations. Difficulties in recalling general information, even with intense effort.
 
Difficulty in remaining seated
Difficulty awaiting turn or standing in line.
Runs about or climbs excessively when it is inappropriate.
Talks excessively: blurts out answers before questions have been completed.
Tendency to interrupt: interrupts or intrudes on others, such as butting into conversations or games.
Difficulty engaging in quiet activities.
 
==  Symptoms ==
==  Symptoms ==
''To do: Give a list of symptoms''  
''To do: Give a list of symptoms''  

Revision as of 20:34, 21 March 2014

Description

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is generally characterized by some combination of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and/or inattention. Three major types of ADHD are currently described. For more information, see the Presentations and Diagnostic Criteria sections below. These symptoms are present in the affected child to such a degree that they significantly interfere in at least two areas of the child's life, such as in the home and classroom.

http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/early/2011/10/14/peds.2011-2654.full.pdf

Cognitive functions

symptoms of inattention, impulsiveness, irritability, intolerance, and frustration. often forgetful of daily duties, instructions, orders, and recommendations. Difficulties in recalling general information, even with intense effort.

Difficulty in remaining seated Difficulty awaiting turn or standing in line. Runs about or climbs excessively when it is inappropriate. Talks excessively: blurts out answers before questions have been completed. Tendency to interrupt: interrupts or intrudes on others, such as butting into conversations or games. Difficulty engaging in quiet activities.

Symptoms

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Their challenges

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Some persona with use case that address key challenges

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Step Challenge

How they use the web and ICT to include: Email, apps, voice systems, IM

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Task Description

How people with cognitive disabilities use optimized content and special pages

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Characteristics of content optimized for this group

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Specific technologies (reference section bellow and how they use it differently)

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Summary Existing research and guidelines

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Extent to which current needs are met

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Potentials and possibilities

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Prevalence

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References to research.

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