There were 15 children with AHDHD among the children participating in the Orientation Project observation. It is possible to compare children with ADHD with other children. For example, children with ADHD have problematic relations both with other children and educators. However, the relationships with one other child with good self-regulatory skills facilitated for a balanced and positive interaction. Children with ADHD were as involved in their activities as other children. Their problem is that their involvement tends to be similar in different contexts. Children with ADHD cannot differentiate their involvement as needed. Their “motor” is running all the time at the same speed, making it impossible for them to concentrate or relax. Children with ADHD have difficulties in differentiating between important and less important matters. An article about the research results have been accepted for publication in ADHD Report. The reference information is:

Reunamo, J. & Alijoki, A. (in print). Children with ADHD in Day Care. ADHD Report.