Patient: In the past year, teachers have been responding to my child’s inattentiveness in class, with many small movements and inability to follow the teacher’s thoughts. Two months ago, I took a test and found that I had attention deficit. I bought software and trained my attention for two months, but there was no obvious effect. How effective is it? How long does it take for the treatment to take effect? Do I need to take the medicine for life? Where can I buy it? I’m looking forward to your reply! Pediatrics, Zhu Haixiang: Please go to a major local hospital (children’s hospital) for further evaluation in pediatric neurology or ADHD, and if the diagnosis is clear, it is best to treat with medication. There are several medications available to improve attention, and they should be used on an individual basis. These medications may have an immediate effect, but they need to be taken daily for more than a few months and should be used consistently to achieve long-term results. There is no short-term cure. Proper use of medication will not have major side effects. Attention training can be used as an aid, but the effect varies from person to person and is not as obvious as drugs.