What should I do if my child can’t sit still?

Children always can’t sit down first need to identify the specific causes, and then to treat the symptoms. Common causes include ADHD, mental factors, family education and so on. It is recommended to consult the pediatrician in time and treat the cause under the guidance of the doctor. 1. ADHD: Usually due to genetic factors, environmental factors, abnormal brain development and other causes of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, commonly known as hyperactivity disorder, will make the child’s attention inattentive, short attention span and so on, thus causing the phenomenon of always unable to sit still. It can be treated through psychotherapy, parental education and school interventions, and can also be treated with oral medications such as atomoxetine and methylphenidate as prescribed by the doctor. 2. Psychological factors: If parents have high expectations of their children, the children will be in a state of mental stress and emotional instability for a long time, which will lead to the children’s long time insecurity, thus resulting in the phenomenon of abnormal increase in movement, inattention, and inability to sit still. Parents are advised to communicate and interact with their children more often. 3. Family education: If the parents’ family education does not let the child develop good habits, it will lead to the child’s inability to concentrate, easily disturbed by the outside world and unable to sit still. Parents are advised to teach their children patiently.