Question
Can a 12-year-old be treated for ADHD? I feel like he doesn’t seem to have this condition. He’s already so old, and he doesn’t even understand basic math calculations; he can only count up to 10. Although he speaks clearly, his mouth moves around a lot, and he can’t stop talking. He keeps repeating the same thing over and over again. Based on the above description, can I know what kind of illness this child has?
Answer
The ages of 6 to 14 are critical periods for a child’s learning and growth, as well as the formation of a healthy personality, character, and thought processes. It is important to actively take preventive measures against ADHD during this time. If diagnosed with “hyperactivity,” there is no need to panic. As long as proper treatment measures are taken, the earlier the treatment, the better the child’s recovery. Special educational arrangements are necessary. Despite teachers’ best efforts to care for hyperactive children, many hyperactive children are still difficult to manage. Professional personnel who specialize in working with children are needed to help arrange for special education. Hyperactive children generally do not have intellectual disabilities and should not be sent to special schools.