Is My Child Hyperactive?

• What is Hyperactivity?
• The importance of early diagnosis of hyperactivity
• Age range and general symptoms
• General symptoms in children and adults
• Signs of hyperactivity in babies
• Not every active child is hyperactive.
• How is hyperactivity disorder diagnosed?
• Symptoms in children
• Causes and treatment of hyperactivity disorder
• The importance of play in children with hyperactivity disorder
• The treatment process can take a long time

What is Hyperactivity?

One of the most important disorders seen in childhood is hyperactivity. Although a little, this disorder can also be seen in adults. Experts describe hyperactivity as a psychiatric disorder with inattentive hyperactivity (unusual activity). In other words, it is a disease of not being able to control oneself. Hyperactivity is an unavoidable condition. No cure has been found so far.

The importance of early diagnosis of hyperactivity

Early diagnosis is very important in hyperactivity. With the early detection of the disease, the treatment should be started immediately. In this regard, especially the family, if the child goes to school, a lot of work falls on the teachers. Hyperactivity is more common in boys than girls.

Age range and general symptoms

It is difficult to determine whether babies have hyperactivity disorder. Experts are of the opinion that some symptoms can be considered. Babies can be more active in the womb and may cause difficulties for the mother. The purpose here may be to want to show the mother your cat. These movements should be watched closely.

Signs of hyperactivity in babies

• Crying a lot after babies are born can also cause difficulty in sleeping.
• Don't sleep for a long time
• Wake up at the slightest noise
• Their hands and feet are very mobile.
• They may not like being picked up.
• They do not like to be controlled; they may not like to be held. Such symptoms can be seen in all children. The important point to be emphasized here is that these symptoms are excessive and remarkable.

General symptoms in children and adults

The onset or detection of the disease generally begins between the ages of 3 and 4 years. It could be even earlier. Problems in the family or at school, inability to pay attention to the lessons, not getting along with friends and communication problems… This is how the discomfort shows its general symptoms. Hyperactivity can show itself in adults with effects such as not being able to channel to a job, having trouble with time management and not having a specific purpose.

Not every active child is hyperactive.

Some children can be very active. Features such as restlessness, being very curious and asking too many questions appear as symptoms of hyperactivity. But don't panic right away. Very smart children are active, they ask a lot of questions and they are curious. If you have such doubts, you can consult a specialist.

How is hyperactivity disorder diagnosed?

Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder can now be detected very easily. As it can be understood by the general symptoms of the disease in children, it is easily revealed by tests.

Symptoms in children

• They are not careful and make frequent mistakes
• They do not like to sit very much; they get bored very quickly.
• They are not good at listening. They have trouble focusing.
• They forget the daily chores and cannot do them regularly.
• They have difficulty following the rules. They can behave completely irregularly, especially in crowded environments.
• They are very active and talk a lot.
• They like dangerous activities; they often do not anticipate the danger.

If your child shows such symptoms, do not neglect to consult a specialist immediately. Experts determine the detection of hyperactivity disorder with tests applied on the computer. In general, these tests measure your child's attention status. The test takes about 10 minutes. The test is answered in a very short time and the diagnosis is made immediately after.

Causes and treatment of hyperactivity disorder

The exact cause of attention deficit and hyperactivity has not been determined. Experts hypothesize that there will be a wide variety of causes for this ailment. Some of these reasons are as follows;

Hereditary causes

If someone in the family has this disorder, the probability of it being seen in other individuals increases. If there is someone in your family who has such ailments, you should be more careful. If your child has suspicious situations, observe them thoroughly and consult a specialist without delay.

Developments during pregnancy

Pregnancy is a critical threshold and a sensitive period. If the mother has bad habits such as smoking, alcohol, drug addiction or substance abuse, it should be stopped or interrupted immediately. These bad habits can disrupt the baby's brain health. It can also cause hyperactivity disorder. Poor and unbalanced nutrition is another important issue to be considered during pregnancy.

Collaboration with specialists is very important in this disease. If your child has been diagnosed with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, you should strictly follow the treatment given by your doctor. In the treatment of hyperactivity, it is sometimes applied to drug therapy. Experts check the hormone balance by taking blood and urine samples. Sometimes, hyperactivity disorder can be caused by hormonal structure. Thyroid hormone imbalance is one of the important causes of hyperactivity disorder.

Collaboration with the disease and specialists

According to scientific studies, the reason for most of the hyperactivity patients to get the disease is due to psychological and emotional problems, children and individuals who cannot express themselves fully, start to shut themselves down by suppressing their emotions over time. These accumulated emotions cause hyperactivity. Parents should be careful in this regard, they should encourage their children to express their wishes, and they should never engage in behaviors and statements that will break their self-confidence. Instead of leaving their tedious questions unanswered, they should be answered in an appropriate and understandable language. When they are angry, you should deal with them and find solutions to their problems. When their requests are not accepted or they are angry with you, you should calm them down with appropriate words and behaviors.

Treatment with medication

The drugs used in the treatment scare the parents. According to some experts, drug treatment should not be started in childhood. According to this view, drugs kind of cover up the disease, and after the drug loses its effect, it regains its old form. It is worth mentioning again. This is the view advocated by one group. Doctors have to use drug therapy when deemed necessary. The drugs used can sometimes be heavy. Medications can cause drowsiness. As a side effect of drugs, they can sometimes turn into children sitting quietly on the sidelines. Experts agree that taking drugs for a long time is dangerous and drug treatment should be continued to a certain extent. Then, by observing the disease well, producing a solution is a better option in terms of treatment of the disease.

Treatment method with therapy

The method of treatment with therapy is a method that is generally used in adults. The aim of therapy is to change stereotyped thoughts. Along with the change of thoughts, it is aimed to relax the patient as well as to correct the behaviors. Therapists provide information to the patient and family on how to act against the behaviors they think cause hyperactivity disorder and how to reduce their effects. Occasionally, conversations can be made or discussed with the patient on certain behaviors. In this way, therapists plan to obtain clues to reach more effective solutions.

The importance of play in children with hyperactivity disorder

Play is a tool of need and relaxation for children. Academic achievement is low in children with hyperactivity disorder. He also has poor social relations with his friends. The problems he is experiencing reduce his self-confidence. Games play a very important role in overcoming these problems. By playing games with children, you can help them relax and develop cognitively and socially. Playing games also increases socialization.

The treatment process can take a long time

If your child or relative has been diagnosed with hyperactivity disorder, do not be alarmed right away. Thinking positively and being patient during the treatment process will make you stronger. Do not expect results in a short time after starting treatment. This situation can consume both you and your patience. First of all, you must be calm. A long journey awaits you. Because there is no specific medicine and treatment tool for this ailment. The reasons are not fully predictable. You should get psychological support during the treatment process. You should share this burden with your family. Get a wide range of information from your doctor about the patient. You have to inform all family members about how we should behave. Your efforts may go in vain.