What are the symptoms of ADHD in children?

Jun 27, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

The child of my friend's family is particularly mischievous and always active; the doctor said it's caused by attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). What are the symptoms of ADHD in children?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
The manifestations of childhood hyperactivity disorder mainly include the following aspects: 1. Inattention: Children often exhibit frequent shifts from one activity to another, frequently leave tasks unfinished, and tend to give up midway. 2. Excessive activity: Children are excessively restless and noisy; for example, they may constantly fidget or engage in restless movements during class, and run around wildly during breaks. 3. Emotional instability: Children are easily irritable, impulsive, quick-tempered, have poor self-control, and often act without considering the consequences. 4. Learning difficulties: Due to inattention, children fail to focus during lessons, resulting in poor academic performance. 5. Psychological changes: Children may develop feelings of inferiority, rebelliousness, and even engage in delinquent behavior or suicidal actions. Parents need to closely monitor changes in their child's behavior and seek help from a qualified physician when necessary.