attention , memory and concentration problems in children under 16 - NICE guidance - suspected neurological conditions - recognition and referral
Last edited 05/2019
Attention, concentration and memory problems
Summary points from NICE guidance relating to attention, concentration and memory problems in children are:
Attention, concentration and memory problems related to epilepsy
- refer urgently children who present with discrete episodes of loss of awareness
(mid-activity vacant spells) or of attention and concentration difficulty,
because possible presentation of epilepsy
- be aware that medicines commonly used to treat epilepsy in children can adversely affect concentration and memory
Concentration or memory difficulties that interfere with learning or behaviour
- refer children with concentration or memory difficulties that interfere
with learning, school progress or behaviour to community paediatric or paediatric
neurodevelopmental services for assessment
- be aware that some children with attention and concentration difficulties do not have hyperactivity
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