Patient's question:
Recently, my daughter has been acting strangely. The usually quiet girl has become more active, and her teacher has also mentioned that she hasn't been paying attention in class lately. Her academic performance has started to decline slightly. Our whole family is very worried. The doctor said that she has ADHD.Doctor's answer:
ADHD is a common mental illness in children. These children are usually of normal intelligence but exhibit inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and poor self-control, which are inconsistent with their actual age and thus affect their learning. First, children with ADHD are ill and should not be discriminated against; they should not be beaten to avoid worsening their trauma. Second, medication must be used to treat children with ADHD, but medication cannot replace education. Medication can provide good educational conditions, and the role and side effects of medication should be understood correctly.