Patient's question:
What are the symptoms and manifestations of ADHD in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
Common manifestations of ADHD include:1. Hyperactivity: Often begins in early childhood and becomes more noticeable after starting primary school. The child exhibits constant fidgeting in class, tearing books, touching everything they can reach, and enjoys provoking others, often fighting with classmates.
2. Inattention: Children with ADHD may not focus during learning. Their ability to concentrate in class is short, and they react to stimuli from all directions.
3. Emotional instability and impulsivity: The child may shout without reason, lack patience, and rush to complete tasks. This is a common symptom of ADHD in children.
4. Learning difficulties: Children with ADHD may have normal intelligence but face learning challenges due to hyperactivity. Some may also experience difficulties in cognitive processing and comprehensive analysis.
The course of the disease typically begins before the age of 7, and the duration of ADHD in children lasts for more than 6 months.