GROWTH DEVELOPMENT CHILD
ADHD
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Federal Law Protects Students from Disability Discrimination A student with ADHD who has a disability under Section 504 may also be entitled to special education or related aids or services from his or her school district.
Detailed explanation-2: -Most children with ADHD receive some school services, such as special education services and accommodations. There are two laws that govern special services and accommodations for children with disabilities: The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Detailed explanation-3: -Fifty percent of children and adolescents with ADHD also have some type of learning disability (LD), such as dyslexia or auditory processing disorder. An LD may explain why a child with ADHD on medication can sit still and stay focused and yet do poorly academically.
Detailed explanation-4: -While ADHD is considered a disability for a child, in order to be considered for government disability benefits, children must meet specific criteria similar to their adult counterparts.