What are the symptoms of ADHD in children?
Disease description:
My child is always distracted and unable to sit still while studying every day, yet he can focus well when watching TV or playing with his phone. He is very active throughout the day. I'm worried he might have ADHD. Could you please tell me what are the common symptoms of ADHD?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children, also known as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is a common neurodevelopmental disorder in children, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behaviors. Below are some symptoms of ADHD:
1. Increased activity: Children with ADHD may show signs of restlessness, feeding difficulties, easy awakening, crying, trouble falling asleep, and constantly manipulating objects they see.
2. Difficulty concentrating: Children usually shift attention among different things quickly and have trouble maintaining focus, easily distracted by external stimuli.
3. Impulsiveness and temper tantrums: Children with ADHD often display emotional instability and impulsive behaviors. Usually due to poor self-control, they may overreact emotionally to minor issues, becoming easily agitated and impulsive.
4. Learning difficulties: Although children with ADHD generally have normal or near-normal intelligence, their academic performance is usually relatively poor. Because children with ADHD have trouble concentrating during lessons and homework and are prone to emotional fluctuations, their learning effectiveness is significantly affected.
