A new study has found that attention problems which begin in kindergarten can cause academic struggles through high school. The study is based on behavioral and academic information collected on nearly 700 children.

Compared with other childhood psychiatric problems, including depression, anxiety, and disruptive behavior ... attention problems -- including symptoms of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) -- had the strongest impact on a child's future academic success. -- Source: WAVE 3 News (Louisville, KY)

Researchers are hoping the study's results will compel school administrators and parents to be more proactive in identifying attention issues in younger students, and developing programs to meet their specific learning needs.

Students whose attention problems and learning disabilities are not properly addressed in their younger years may benefit from enrolling in a private boarding school such as Cedars Academy, where they will receive comprehensive academic support and behavioral guidance, as well as the structure and supervision they need to achieve success in school and prepare for a more fulfilling future.

Labels: Attention_Deficit_Hyperactivity_Disorder, academics

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