|
(Continued)
School Age (Continued)
Failure to finish tasks
Inconsistent grades within subjects over the school year
Refusal to do homework or failure to turn in homework
Restlessness, undirected activity; inability to stay in chair
Daydreaming, or does not appear to hear what is said
Delay in hopping, jumping, skipping
Inability to stay on task because gets bored or frustrated
Very literal, misunderstands jokes and humor
Disturbs other children in class
Difficulty adjusting to new routines or changes in routine
Adolescents
Difficulty cooperating and following group rules
Engages in risky or dangerous behaviors
Refusal to attend school
Use of alcohol or drugs
Lack of awareness for impact of behavior on others
Impulsivity, lack of planning
Adults
Difficulty identifying and maintaining a career
Often changes jobs
Underachievement at work or school
Inconsistent work performance
Lack of concentration and memory
Disorganization at home and work
Low motivation or difficulty initiating or completing tasks
Depression and poor self-esteem
Feeling "confused" and difficulty "thinking clearly"
Becomes bored or frustrated easily
Impulsive, restless, does not consider consequences of behavior
Lack of attention to details
Engages in risky or dangerous behaviors (e.g., alcohol, drugs, gets tickets, extreme sports)
Becomes easily overwhelmed by the requirements of daily living (e.g., bills, managing money, applications)
Inability to handle or tolerate stress
*Information adapted from CANHC Contra Costa West Chapter handout
|
