What factors cause ADHD?

Patient's question:

What factors can trigger ADHD in children who are usually very active. Went to the hospital for a check-up. The result said the child was diagnosed with ADHD. What factors can trigger ADHD in children?

Doctor's answer:

Hello! The factors that contribute to ADHD in children include:
1. Neurophysiological factors refer to many studies showing that ADHD may be caused by delayed development of the central nervous system or insufficient cortical arousal. This is one of the reasons for ADHD in children.
2. Socio-psychological factors also include social environmental factors and socio-cultural factors, which are causes of ADHD in children, such as: lead poisoning can cause the disease; poor family habits and educational methods can also constitute excessive stimulation to a child's brain development, very easily leading to brain dysfunction. These are also causes of ADHD.
3. The genetic factors that cause ADHD in children are that the prevalence of diseases or other mental illnesses in the parents, siblings, and relatives of ADHD children is significantly higher than in the control group. ADHD has a serious impact on the lives and learning of children.

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