What Is ADHD? Check Out Symptoms In Kids


By Anshika Verma15, Oct 2024 10:44 AMjagranjosh.com

What Is ADHD?

The full form of ADHD is ‘Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.’ In this medical condition, a person has differences in brain development.

How does it affect?

The ADHD affects your brain functioning, your ability to stand still and your ability to be attentive, it also affects your self-control.

Distracted easily

Basically, inattentive means kids get easily distracted and are facing trouble in concentrating, focusing and staying on the task.

Hyperactive

These kids are hyperactive, restless and get easily bored. They are mostly in a hurry to get things done and make careless mistakes.

Impulsive

Kids that are impulsive in nature act without even thinking or too quickly. Sometimes, they even do things without permission or act in a risky way.

What Causes ADHD?

It is not clear what causes ADHD but it is mostly genetic or inherited.

How Is ADHD Treated?

ADHD treatments include medications, behavioural therapy, parent coaching, as well as school support.

How Can Parents Help?

Parents can help kids by giving them medicines on time, involving them, giving them love and warmth.

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