How to Tell If Your Child is Hyperactive
Hyperactivity is often associated with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) but this is not the only cause of the condition. It is possible to hyperactivity without the other symptoms associated with ADHD. Hyperactivity refers to too much muscle activity and children with the condition will be constantly fidgeting and always on the move. They are often also very impulsive, easily distracted, and find it difficult to concentrate. Hyperactivity isn't always a sign that something is wrong. In many cases it is just a normal part of growing up. Many children will develop the symptom at some time in their life, but later outgrow it.
Where are the other symptoms associated with hyperactivity?
Hyperactivity is a symptom in itself, but it is often associated with other symptoms. These symptoms will vary depending on the cause of the hyperactivity. These symptoms will often begin to appear before the child starts school and will be obvious in most cases before the age of seven.
- Doesn't seem able to concentrate
- Is always fidgeting/ restlessness
- Is very impulsive
- Is easily distracted
- Often irritable
- Aggression
- Doesn't seem to listen
- Always talking
- Can't seem to play quietly
- Doesn't like to read
What are the causes?
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Eating too much sugar
- Emotional disorder
- Gifted children
- Brain disorder/ Central Nervous System Disorder
- Hyperthyroidism
- A normal part of childhood
- Learning disability
- Puberty
- Mental illness
- Abuse
- Lead poisoning
- Food allergies
- boredom
How to treat hyperactivity
In many instances the hyperactivity will be a normal part of growing up and most children will grow out of it. If it does require treatment then this will depend on the underlying cause. If the hyperactivity is interfering with your child's ability to study in school or if it is causing problems for them socially then it will be necessary to bring them to see a health care professional. Help will also be needed if your child is becoming aggressive.
Links
http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symptoms/hyperactivity/treatments.htm
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