Patient's question:
My child is almost four years old this year. He is usually very good and basically doesn't have free time. He is always running and jumping wherever he goes. At his age, it shouldn't be considered hyperactivity. What is the typical age of onset for childhood ADHD?Doctor's answer:
In our country, children with ADHD are more likely to be diagnosed before the age of 7 than during school age. According to our previous criteria for diagnosing ADHD, it is recommended that the onset of symptoms should occur before school age to be diagnosed as ADHD. Reappearance of ADHD symptoms before the age of 7 can also lead to a diagnosis of ADHD. If the symptoms reappear after the age of 7, they are generally not considered to be ADHD. However, this age criterion is currently under discussion and may be changed.