Knowledge and Awareness about ADHD among Parents Visiting OPD of Saveetha Dental College

Abstract: Aim The aim of the research is to find the knowledge and awareness of the parents about the ADHD deficiency. Objective The study is to establish the awareness about the etiology, signs and symptoms, treatment and prevention of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Result On analysing the above data, 59 % of the parents were about the causes for ADHD and 41 % were not aware. Conclusion- Based on the above results, comparatively many parents were aware about the ADHD and its causes and prevention. So awareness about ADHD is found to higher among the parents.

Keywords: ADHD

Edition: Volume 6 Issue 8, August 2017,

Pages: 1320 - 1322