Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects 3 to 7 percent of school-aged children in the United States, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The ADHD symptoms influence a child's life at home, in the community and at school. In the classroom, a child with ADHD may interrupt activities, talk out of turn or wander out of the classroom. Teachers cannot diagnose ADHD, but their input aids parents searching for answers to their child's challenging behaviors.
Organizational Issues
Students with ADHD struggle with organizational activities, suggests the Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Teacher Rating Scale listed on the Missouri Department of Social Services website. They may misplace their planner, turn in assignments late, leave lunches at home or forget to do homework. In addition, they may not remember the daily schedule, regularly asking about what comes next. Often, they will lose books, pencils and signed forms from home.
Attention Issues
Lack of attention and difficulty focusing are often typical of students with ADHD, suggests the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Children may be easily distracted and make simple mistakes. When working on projects, children with ADHD might change the topic, forgetting the project at hand. After hearing verbal directions, children with ADHD may ask numerous questions about what was clearly stated. When asked to complete a challenging assignment, students with ADHD may complain at the amount of effort required or stop and wander off before the project is completed.
Hyperactive Issues
Students with ADHD may be hyperactive, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They may fidget and squirm in their seats. Often, they will get up from their seats when the rule is to sit quietly. Their energy levels may be extremely high, with more running and climbing than their classmates do. During quiet activities, a student with ADHD might become restless or struggle to participate quietly. Excessive talking and blurting out answers may be signs of students with ADHD. When standing or walking in a line, children with ADHD may disrupt the line by talking, moving around or not remaining in line.
