Question
What are the specific causes of ADHD? I took my child to the hospital for a dental check-up, only to be told that the child has mild ADHD. What are the causes of ADHD?
Answer
The causes and pathogenesis of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are not fully understood. International and domestic scholars generally believe that the condition is the result of multiple factors acting together, including genetic factors, mild brain injury, underdeveloped brain development, industrial pollution, nutritional factors, family environmental factors, and drug factors. Psychotherapy is an important means of treating psychological defects in ADHD children. Parents, teachers, and medical personnel should motivate and guide children with the correct attitude, educate them to learn, cultivate good living and learning habits, train their self-control abilities, and study diligently. These are all important contents of psychotherapy.