Question
How is childhood ADHD caused?
Answer
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a common behavioral problem in children, which may be caused by various factors, including mild brain dysfunction. This condition is characterized by excessive activity that is not commensurate with the child’s intelligence level and is considered a comprehensive impairment in perception, cognition, language, memory, concept formation, and motor control. ADHD may be caused by neural system damage, leading to ineffective screening of incoming stimuli, resulting in excessive stimulation and ultimately causing ADHD symptoms.