ADHD is a behavioural disorder mainly affecting children and teenagers. Know about the causes, symptoms and treatments of ADHD.

1. ATTENTION DEFICIT
HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
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2. Content
• Introduction
• Frequency of ADHD
• Signs & Symptoms
• Risk Factor
• How It Is Diagnosed
• When To Consult A Doctor
• Treatment
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3. Introduction
• ADHD is a behavioural disorder mainly
affecting children and teenagers
• It is associated with
o Impulsive behaviour
o Difficulty paying attention
o Hyperactivity
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4. Frequency Of
ADHD
• Boys are more affected
by ADHD than girls
• Frequency of ADHD is
found to be highest
among the children of
age 9 to 10 years
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5. Signs & Symptoms
• Unable to concentrate on tasks
• Excessive physical movement
• Excessive talking
• Acting without thinking
• Unable to stick at tasks that are
tedious or time-consuming
• Unable to sit still, especially in calm or
quiet surroundings
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6. Risk Factors
• Cigarette smoking, alcohol use, drug use,
exposure to toxins during pregnancy
• Parent or sibling with ADHD or another
mental health disorder
• Low birth weight
• Brain injuries
• Exposure to high level of toxic at a young
age
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7. How It Is Diagnosed?
Diagnosis of ADHD requires a proper
examination by
• Physician
• Pediatrician
• Psychiatrist
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8. When To Consult A Doctor?
If your child
• Having academic or behavioural
problems at school
• Shows sign of mental health
disorder like anxiety and
depression
• Facing problems like hyperactivity
& impulsive behaviour
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9. Treatment
Treatment focuses on reducing the
symptoms of ADHD through
• Psychotherapy
• Behavioural therapy
• Medications
• Education & Training
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