ADHD ( attention deficit hyperactivity disorder )

Reena Chopra - Certified Psychologist

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is referred to as ADHD. It is an illness of the health. Disturbances in brain development and activity impact self-control, attention span, and sitting still in an individual with ADHD. ADHD can impact a child’s relationships with peers, family, and school.

What are the signs of ADHD?

Every child has moments when they find it difficult to focus, listen, and obey instructions, to sit quiet, or to wait their turn. However, these difficulties are more severe and frequent in children with ADHD.

Signs of ADHD in children can appear in any or all of these domains:

  • Careless children that are inattentive (quickly distracted) struggle to maintain concentration, concentrate, and stay on target. They might not pay close attention to instructions, they might overlook crucial information, and they might not complete tasks. They can linger too long or daydream. They could appear disoriented or forgetful and misplace their belongings
  • Agitated hyperactive children are easily bored, restless, and fidgety. They could find it difficult to remain motionless or silent when necessary. They might move quickly and make thoughtless errors. When they shouldn’t, they might roughhouse, climb, or jump. They could behave in ways that disturb others without intending to.
  • Rash Impulsive children act without fully considering their actions. They find it difficult to wait, frequently interrupt, and may even push or grab. They might act in an unsafe manner, take items that are not theirs, or do activities without asking permission. They could exhibit emotional responses that seem excessively strong given the circumstances.

How is ADHD treated?

Doctors first inquire about a child’s activity, behaviour, and health in order to diagnose ADHD. They discuss their observations with parents and children, and they may ask you to fill out checklists regarding your child’s behaviour.

The proper care aids in the improvement of ADHD. Younger children can learn how to better control their attention, behaviour, and emotions from their parents and teachers. Children should develop better self-control and attention spans as they get older.

How is ADHD treated?

Doctors first inquire about a child’s activity, behaviour, and health in order to diagnose ADHD. They discuss their observations with parents and children, and they may ask you to fill out checklists regarding your child’s behaviour.

The proper care aids in the improvement of ADHD. Younger children can learn how to better control their attention, behaviour, and emotions from their parents and teachers. Children should develop better self-control and attention spans as they get older.