What is Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder?

Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder are usually manifested by excessive mobility, deficits in attention, and impulsive behaviors. Although it is commonly used in society with meanings such as "not standing still, naughty", the way and degree of occurrence of such situations vary from individual to individual. There may be a state of attention deficit or hyperactivity or both. The most common type is the type in which these two conditions are seen together, and it is common in children with a frequency of 8 percent and adolescents with a frequency of 6 percent.

What are the Symptoms of Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder?

In order to be diagnosed with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, there are three important points:
●    Symptoms must have started before the age of 7.
●    It should be permanent and continuous, and it should be seen for at least 6 months.
●    More than one (school, home, etc.)

Attention deficit can be defined as the observably low duration and intensity of an individual's attention on a focus compared to their peers. It is difficult for an individual to concentrate their current attention on a certain point, and when they concentrate, they can be distracted easily and in a short time. New stimuli from the environment can immediately distract, and attention can move very quickly to the new stimulus. For this reason, the child has difficulty in dealing with a certain job for a long time, often makes mistakes in the job they are dealing with, has difficulty in finishing their work, has difficulties in organizing, and avoids jobs that require intense and long attention. They have difficulty maintaining their attention, especially on subjects that they do not enjoy.
Excessive mobility (hyperactivity) is when the individual is active in a way that is not suitable for their chronological age and developmental level.
It manifests itself with symptoms such as not being able to sit in place, not being able to calm down even when sitting, being always on the move, and always talking.
These symptoms are usually accompanied by impulsivity. The child has difficulty exhibiting appropriate behavior in issues such as postponing their wishes, waiting, and acting according to environmental conditions.