ADHD symptoms are often noticeable as early as 2 to 3 years of age. ADHD occurs more in boys than in girls. Behavioral problems present differently in boys and girls. Boys are more hyperactive while girls tend to be more inattentive and extremely quiet.
Signs and Symptoms of ADHD in Children
New York (USA), June 30, 2013
ADHD in Children: Signs and Symptoms
ADHD symptoms are often noticeable as early as two to three years of age. ADHD occurs more in boys than in girls. Behavioral problems present differently in boys and girls. Boys are more hyperactive while girls tend to be more inattentive and extremely quiet.
Bringing up a child with ADHD is challenging. However, such children should not be categorized or punished for their behavior, as they do not behave in such manner purposefully.
Signs and symptoms of ADHD include:
– Difficulty in following instructions
– Unable to focus proper attention to anything said or told
– Being inattentive
– Frequently daydreaming
– Unable to do tasks or activities as assigned
– Being clumsy in doing or arranging anything
– Problems in finishing chores, schoolwork, or other tasks on time
– Constantly forgetful and unable to locate simple items like pencils, toys, or books
– Unable to sit at one place and is always restless
– Very talkative
– Constantly interrupting others in their conversations, rather cannot wait for their turn
– Easily distracted
– Always fidgeting with something or the other and squirming
– Very impatient
– Blurting out anything and at anytime
– Problems with writing skills
– Delayed development of speech and language
– Getting bored easily with any task and soon jumping over to another task
All such signs and symptoms are seen in normal healthy children at some time or the other. Preschool children have small attention spans and are often hyperactive. They cannot stay at one place or remain engaged with one activity for long. However, not all such children can be classified as ADHD children. Often children are unable to manage at school but are perfectly fine and normal at home. Such children may have other disorders or problems and not necessarily ADHD.
Visit your doctor if you feel your child displays symptoms of ADHD. However, a complete and thorough medical evaluation is essential before categorizing your child with ADHD. If your child is undergoing treatment for ADHD, visit your doctor at regular intervals and report developments as they occur.
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