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Title: The struggles of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
General Purpose: To Inform
Thesis Statement: ADHD is a learning disorder that affects an estimated 4.1 percent of children ages 9-17. It is a real problem and parents and teachers should be more aware of the signs and symptoms, and most importantly how to handle a child with ADHD.
Specific Goals: After completion of my speech, I hope the audience will:
*Gain a better understanding of what ADHD is.
*Know the signs and symptoms of ADHD.
*Understand the different coping choices for ADHD.
Introduction: ADHD is a real disorder with real struggles for the people who truly suffer from it. People who know nothing about ADHD say it is just an excuse to be lazy and the kid just needs a kick in the pants. Before I was diagnosed with ADHD I was told by my parents and teachers everyday that I just wasn’t trying hard enough in school. I was always grounded and being punished for something that I could not......

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Approximate Word Count: 1049
Approximate Pages: 5 (250 words per double-spaced page)

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