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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), formerly called attention deficit disorder or ADD, is one of the most common neurobehavioral disorders of childhood.
ADHD, as the name suggests, is a neurodevelopmental condition which is characterized by problems in paying attention (inattention), excessive activity than expected for age (hyperactivity) and difficult controlling behavior which is not appropriate for a person’s age (impulsivity). It is a common misconception that ADHD can only occur in children as it begins in childhood, but may persist well into adulthood.
ADHD and specific learning disorders (SLDs) are an important cause of scholastic backwardness, which is a common issue among children in schools. Often the teachers report that the child is lagging behind despite other wise normal intelligence and functioning. These children are often deemed “naughty”, “messy”, “absent-minded” or “disturbing elements of the class”. They may resort to mockery, disturbing the class by making noises, pushing/pulling in the queues, and blurting out answers when expected to keep quiet.
Dr.Era Dutta
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