Patient's question:
Now in senior kindergarten, he has been calling me recently and saying that his son exhibits many abnormal behaviors at school. He often bullies other classmates for no reason, refuses to do what he is told during tutoring sessions, and even hits the teacher when asked what he wants to do. He also frequently runs around the classroom and doesn't sleep during nap time, preventing other classmates from resting. The teacher suspects my son may have ADHD and has asked me to take him to the hospital for a thorough examination.What symptoms would indicate that the child could be diagnosed with ADHD?
Doctor's answer:
Symptoms of ADHD meet at least 6 of the following symptoms, lasting for at least 6 months: Often fidgets with or taps hands or feet, or squirms in the seat; Often leaves seat in situations when remaining seated is expected; Often runs about or climbs in situations where it is inappropriate (in adolescents or adults, may be limited to feeling restless); Often cannot play or engage in hobbies quietly; Is often "on the go" or acts as if "driven by a motor"; Often talks excessively; Often interrupts or intrudes on others, such as butting into conversations, games, or activities.