Patient's question:
The older brother of my wife has a child who is 9 years old this year. His thinking ability is not good, and he cannot concentrate his attention. The child of my wife's older brother was diagnosed with ADHD after a medical examination. He is a patient with ADHD. How can ADHD be treated?Doctor's answer:
Two prominent symptoms of ADHD are hyperactivity and inattention. Children with ADHD find it harder to carry out tasks from a young age. Children with ADHD who are prescribed central nervous system stimulants are the first-line medication. It is primarily used for children aged 6 and older, and can reduce hyperactivity, impulsivity, and improve attention. ADHD refers to children with normal or near-normal intelligence who exhibit inattention that is not appropriate for their age, excessive activity, emotional impulsivity, and a series of cognitive disorders or learning difficulties. Therefore, most children with ADHD have normal intelligence and can usually be treated with medication combined with behavioral therapy.