What Is ADHD Disorder

 

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the major global health problem that affects people's behavior. It occurs in children and adolescents and can continue into adulthood. People with ADHD may have difficulty paying attention, controlling emotional behaviors, not thinking about consequences, or may be hyperactive.

ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood. An estimated 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults have ADHD. ADHD is often recognized in school-aged children when it causes disruption in the classroom or difficulty with schoolwork. ADHD cannot be prevented or treated. But with early detection, a good treatment and education plan, a child or adult with ADHD can help manage their symptoms.

ADHD disorder is more likely to occur in boys than girls. This is usually seen in the early school years, when the child has difficulty paying attention. However, this does not mean that boys are more likely to have ADHD. Boys show hyperactivity and other externalizing symptoms while girls show inactivity.

ADHD is considered a chronic disorder and affects individuals in many aspects of their lives, including academic and occupational success, interpersonal relationships, and daily functioning. Adults with ADHD may have low self-esteem, sensitivity to criticism, and increased self-criticism possibly stemming from a lifetime of high levels of criticism.