In the course of receiving patients and their families in the clinic, Dr. Zhu found that many parents lack knowledge about ADHD, and basically all of them think that ADHD, as the name implies, means too much activity.
In fact, the full name of ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which translates to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, so patients with ADHD do not only have symptoms of hyperactivity, but also have distractibility and impulse control disorders. deficits and mixed types.
How can I find out if my child has ADHD?
However, when symptoms are first noticed before the age of 12 and persist for more than 6 months, in two or more locations (classroom, playground, home, public places, community), the following symptoms are present.
Attention deficit.
Difficulty concentrating.
Ignoring details and making careless mistakes.
Being easily distracted.
Frequently forgetting things, such as stationery, school supplies.
Forgetting to turn in assignments.
Having difficulty in completing assignments and tasks set in class.
Inability to listen well to lessons.
Having difficulty in carrying out complex orders from adults.
Inability to play calmly.
Hyperactivity.
Always fidgety and irritable.
Inability to sit properly in a seat.
Running and climbing excessively.
Always unable to settle down, as if they have to do something all the time.
Impulsive.
Talking a lot, often interrupting and interrupting others.
Answers questions without thinking and blurts out.
Lack of patience.
If your child has any of these conditions, it is recommended that you bring him or her in early for early detection and treatment, which is often more effective.