Question
A 5-year-old 9-month-old girl has shown hyperactive traits since she never walked. This situation has persisted for one to two years. She is disobedient and does not fear punishment; she forgets about it a few minutes later. She only stops watching TV for a few minutes and is rough when playing with toys. She hits her younger brother every day and has difficulty interacting with other children, often hitting them. Does this indicate that she has ADHD?
Answer
Based on your description of these symptoms, it is not possible to diagnose whether the child has ADHD. It is recommended that you visit a pediatric or child psychology department hospital for a questionnaire assessment related to ADHD to obtain a definitive diagnosis. Additionally, during the treatment period, the child’s intellectual development and growth situation also need to be monitored; have any relevant checks been conducted? During the treatment of ADHD patients, diet and care are also very important; vitamins should be supplemented, gastrointestinal discomfort prevented, and a light diet followed to avoid unnecessary harm.