ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
Understanding ADHD
ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a child’s ability to focus, control impulses, and maintain appropriate levels of activity. ADHD is one of the most common mental health disorders in children and can persist into adulthood. It often leads to difficulties in school, at home, and in social settings.
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If you observe these symptoms in your child and are concerned about ADHD, it is important to seek a comprehensive evaluation from a healthcare professional. Scheduling an appointment with us can help in obtaining a proper diagnosis and developing an effective treatment plan to manage your child’s symptoms and support their success in various aspects of life.
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Chronic Conditions
Recognizing Symptoms of ADHD
You might notice several signs in your child that could indicate ADHD:
- Inattention:
Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play, often making careless mistakes. Your child may frequently lose things, be easily distracted, or have trouble following through on instructions.
- Hyperactivity:
Excessive fidgeting, inability to stay seated, running or climbing in
inappropriate situations, and talking excessively. Your child may also
have difficulty playing quietly.
- Impulsivity:
Interrupting or intruding on others, difficulty waiting their turn,
blurting out answers before questions have been completed, and making hasty decisions without considering consequences.
- Forgetfulness:
Forgetting daily activities, chores, or school assignments. This symptom can contribute to difficulties in academic and social situations.
- Disorganization:
Struggling to manage tasks and responsibilities, often resulting in messy work, missed deadlines, and a lack of organization in schoolwork and other activities.
Struggling to manage tasks and responsibilities, often resulting in messy work, missed deadlines, and a lack of organization in schoolwork and other activities.
