Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a real developmental condition, not a modern invention or a label for naughty children. It affects how a child pays attention, controls impulses and manages activity, and it is seen in roughly one in twenty children.
Common signs
- Inattention: easily distracted, loses things, forgets instructions, finds it hard to finish homework or play quietly with one activity
- Hyperactivity: constant fidgeting, running or climbing at the wrong time, talking excessively
- Impulsiveness: blurting out answers, interrupting, difficulty waiting for a turn
These behaviours must be present in more than one setting (home and school), have lasted at least six months, and be out of keeping with the child’s age.
Other causes to rule out
Poor sleep, hearing or vision problems, anxiety, learning difficulties, thyroid problems, iron deficiency and stressful home situations can look like ADHD. A careful assessment by a paediatrician or child psychiatrist, using input from parents and teachers, is needed.
Support and treatment
Helpful approaches include a consistent routine, clear and short instructions, praise for effort, regular physical activity, limits on screen time, school support and parent training. Medicines are used in some children after proper assessment. Homeopathic treatment is individualised to the child’s temperament and symptoms and can be offered as supportive care alongside these measures.
Learn more
To discuss your situation with a Welling Homeopathy doctor, contact a clinic or call +91 80 80 850 950 for a consultation in person or online.
Disclaimer: this page is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary from person to person.
