Question
A fifteen-year-old child still exhibits immature language, is isolated, shows no interest in anything, and appears very lazy. There is a noticeable intellectual disability compared to children of the same age. Is this possibly related to some problem with the brain? The child has an unusual personality, enjoys repeating words, likes to provoke others, had episodes of hysteria before the age of ten, was diagnosed with ADHD at Beijing Children’s Hospital at the age of ten, and has been receiving traditional Chinese medicine treatment according to the ADHD treatment method. Although the temper has become milder, the child’s intelligence seems to be worse than before.
Answer
This situation is common in cases related to brain issues, and some ADHD patients may also experience a decline in intelligence. It is recommended to undergo a series of tests, including IQ tests, MRI of the brain, and EEG, to confirm the diagnosis.