A
number of children with ADHD have high energy levels.
With proper management they can be highly creative
and productive.
It is generally difficult to establish a diagnosis
of ADHD in children younger than four or five years
as their personality and behaviour pattern is still
developing.
WHAT CAUSES ADHD
There is rarely any single cause for ADHD. A combination
of psychological, biological and environmental factors
probably all contribute to this disorder.
- Brain injuries due to birth trauma or pre-birth
problems.
- Family stress
- Educational difficulties
- Imbalance in the chemicals of the brain and neurological
system of the child.
- The child's temperament, as this contributes to
his attitude and personality.
SYMPTOMS OF ADHD
Children with ADHD generally show the following
(not all of these) symptoms :
Lack of attention, easily distracted impulsive behaviour,
falling behind academically, poor organizing skill,
low self-esteem and hyperactivity. |
