Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD is one of the most common childhood disorders and can continue through adolescence and adulthood. The signs and symptoms of ADD/ADHD typically appear before the age of seven. ADHD can be treated with a Psychiatrist and Psychological counseling.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD
A) Disorder Of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Symptoms:
Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity are the key behaviors of ADHD.
B) Symptoms of Inattention:
Struggle to follow instructions
Not seem to listen when spoken to
Have difficulty focusing on one thing
move slowly
easily confused
Daydream
easily distracted
forget things
frequently switch from one activity to another
difficulty processing the information as quickly and accurately as others
C) Symptoms of Impulsivity:
Interrupt conversations
Difficulty waiting for things
Inappropriate comments
Show their emotions without restraint
Act without regard for consequences
D) Causes:
The main causes are still unknown. But it seems that genes play a large role. In addition, scientists are looking for possible causes like environmental factors, brain injury, etc.