Question
A parent inquires about their 10-year-old child who has been diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by a teacher, asking whether this condition indicates intellectual disability.
Answer
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by symptoms such as hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsiveness. Children with ADHD are not intellectually disabled; they may have high abilities in certain areas but struggle with learning due to inattention, which can affect academic performance. Therefore, ADHD should be viewed as a neurodevelopmental abnormality rather than an intellectual issue.