Story Of Fidgety Philip Rhetorical Analysis

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity disorder may seem very controversial to many people, but in reality there has become an overwhelming amount of information and evidence that support’s the existence of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder globally by scientist and psychiatric association. The Center for Diseases Control is the biggest health authority in the United States. It is one of the components of the Department of Health and Human Services it was created to help individuals and communities to protect their health. The Center for Disease control is trying to inform parents, care givers and teachers on how to handle this illness among school aged children. The rhetorical elements of ethos, pathos, and logos are utilized in an appropriate …show more content…
The symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder were first described in a children's book, "The Story of Fidgety Philip," written in 1845 by Dr. Heinrich Hoffman. The story described Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder behavior to be caused by faulty parenting. In 1902, a series of lectures published by Sir George F. Still described problematic impulsive behaviors among a group of children. Research has found that ADHD medications can have major side effects for individuals when administered. ADHD medication can cause growth stunt on individuals when its administered for long term. Most people consider children who get in to trouble to be unruly or trouble makers, many studied know support the facts that most children suffer from Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. The Center for Diseases Control website states that Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder symptoms usually start to appear between the ages of 3 and 6 and can continue throughout adolescence and adulthood. Many estimates show that 5% to 8% of school aged children have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity disorder. The Center for Diseases Control has reported that 11% of children have Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity …show more content…
Lastly combination type don’t show predominantly one type of symptom. The Center for Diseases Control along with Scientist are trying to find better ways to manage and reduce the chances of a person having Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity disorder. The underlying causes and risk factors are unknown, but with research it shows that genetics play a big role with children having Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity disorder. Studies show that boys are more likely to be diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder then girls. Center for Diseases Control created a website to raise public awareness and educated people with questions and