Recognizing ADHD Symptoms in Children
Let our board-certified pediatricians help you identify ADHD symptoms in your child.
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is classified as a neurobehavioral condition that describes a combination of symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment of ADHD often prevents further learning disabilities and complications in maturing children.
Learning how to recognize ADHD symptoms in children often assists in the early detection of this medical condition. The board-certified pediatricians at AGC pediatrics in Cartersville and Calhoun, Georgia provide valuable advice and knowledge for parents who suspect that their children may suffer from ADHD.
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is classified as a neurobehavioral condition that describes a combination of symptoms. Early diagnosis and treatment of ADHD often prevents further learning disabilities and complications in maturing children.
Learning how to recognize ADHD symptoms in children often assists in the early detection of this medical condition. The board-certified pediatricians at AGC pediatrics in Cartersville and Calhoun, Georgia provide valuable advice and knowledge for parents who suspect that their children may suffer from ADHD.
Common Symptoms of Childhood ADHD
ADHD in children is characterized by a combination of symptoms, but the initial characteristics of this condition are impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention. Common symptoms of childhood ADHD often include:
Hyperactivity
· Squirmy & fidgety
· Inability to sit still
· Constant movement
· Excessive talking
· Sometimes quick-tempered
· Difficulty relaxing or playing quietly
Impulsivity
· Speaking & acting before thinking
· Blurts out answers & speaks at inappropriate times
· Commonly interrupts other speakers
· May invade others’ games or conversations
· Powerful emotions often erupt in fits of anger or tantrums
· May guess answers without solving problems
Inattention
· Easily distracted & has difficulty focusing
· Inattention to details
· Inattentive to direction
· Difficulty following instructions
· Often displays boredom with incomplete tasks
· Difficulty with organization, planning and project completion
· Often loses toys, books, homework, and other items
If your child frequently displays one or more of these symptoms of ADHD, speak with one of the behavioral specialists at AGC Pediatrics in Cartersville and Calhoun, Georgia. If ADHD is left untreated, many children experience difficulty with academics and social situations.
Hyperactivity
· Squirmy & fidgety
· Inability to sit still
· Constant movement
· Excessive talking
· Sometimes quick-tempered
· Difficulty relaxing or playing quietly
Impulsivity
· Speaking & acting before thinking
· Blurts out answers & speaks at inappropriate times
· Commonly interrupts other speakers
· May invade others’ games or conversations
· Powerful emotions often erupt in fits of anger or tantrums
· May guess answers without solving problems
Inattention
· Easily distracted & has difficulty focusing
· Inattention to details
· Inattentive to direction
· Difficulty following instructions
· Often displays boredom with incomplete tasks
· Difficulty with organization, planning and project completion
· Often loses toys, books, homework, and other items
If your child frequently displays one or more of these symptoms of ADHD, speak with one of the behavioral specialists at AGC Pediatrics in Cartersville and Calhoun, Georgia. If ADHD is left untreated, many children experience difficulty with academics and social situations.
ADHD Diagnosis & Treatment in Calhoun and Cartersville, Georgia
The board-certified pediatricians at AGC Pediatrics work closely with our in-office clinical psychologist and board-certified social worker to provide expert ADHD diagnosis and treatment for children up to age 21. Our faith-based practice provides trusted treatment approaches, which include medications and lifestyle modification, to safely and effectively alleviate ADHD symptoms.
Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children at AGC Pediatrics in our Calhoun or Cartersville, GA locations. Contact our nurse at (706) 625-5900 or via email to schedule a consultation with our highly-skilled team at AGC Pediatrics. Our nurse coordinates all ADHD consultations and offers ongoing support for parents and children.
Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children at AGC Pediatrics in our Calhoun or Cartersville, GA locations. Contact our nurse at (706) 625-5900 or via email to schedule a consultation with our highly-skilled team at AGC Pediatrics. Our nurse coordinates all ADHD consultations and offers ongoing support for parents and children.
