How can ADHD be treated?

Patient's question:

Recently, the teacher called to report that my child has difficulty concentrating, gets easily distracted, is irritable and impulsive, has a bad temper, is stubborn, and has unstable emotions. Is this ADHD? What should be done about this condition? Can babies with ADHD be treated? How should ADHD be treated?

Doctor's answer:

Two prominent manifestations of ADHD: hyperactivity and attention deficit. ADHD has many causes. The treatment of childhood ADHD is not just medication, but includes psychological therapy, family therapy, behavioral therapy, dietary therapy, traditional Chinese medicine treatment, and Western medicine treatment. It is a comprehensive treatment, not just one type. Multiple methods can be used. Not only one method can be used. Specific treatment should be done in a hospital and conducted under the guidance of a doctor.

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