What is ADHD?
What is ADHD?
What is ADHD?
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a behaviour disorder that is characterized by three core symptoms:
- Inattention – Difficulty paying continuous attention
- Hyperactivity – Excessive movement and restlessness
- Impulsivity – Premature and thoughtless actions
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What causes ADHD?
ADHD may be caused by a combination of factors:
Brain Chemistry
An imbalance of certain chemicals in the brain.
Genetics
Research suggests that ADHD may run in families. However this does not mean that all children in a family have ADHD.
Environment
Certain factors such as complications during pregnancy, delivery or infancy may contribute to ADHD.
ADHD may be caused by a combination of factors: