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To identify if the child is hyperactive, it is necessary to be aware of the signs that this disorder presents as restlessness during meals and games, in addition to the lack of attention in classes and even watching TV, for example.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, represented by the acronym ADHD, is very confused with nervousness, fear or agitation and usually manifests before 7 years of age. When the disorder is not identified in childhood, it can impair the child's learning and social life. Better understand what hyperactivity is.
Signs of hyperactivity in the child
To identify if the child is hyperactive, it is necessary to be aware of signs such as:
- He cannot sit for a long time, moving in his chair;
- It does not seem to pay attention to what is said;
- You have difficulty following an order or instruction, even if you have understood it;
- He cannot participate in moments of silence, such as reading;
- He talks a lot, in an excessive way and cannot keep silent, interrupting conversations;
- He has difficulty paying attention and being concentrated at home and at school;
- It is easily distracted;
- You feel anxious when you need to do something;
- It is easy to lose objects;
- Has difficulty playing alone or with just one object;
- Changes tasks, leaving the previous one unfinished;
- He can't stand waiting for his turn, being able to speak the answer even before the question or for other colleagues to answer;
- He prefers dangerous games because he does not think about the consequences.
Thus, if there is a suspicion of hyperactivity, it is indicated that the parents seek a behavioral psychologist or pediatrician, so that the evaluation can be made and the diagnosis confirmed or ruled out, as these signs can also appear in other childhood disorders such as generalized anxiety , depression and even bullying, so that from then on the child can be treated properly.
Hyperactivity test
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Are you rubbing your hands, feet or squirming in your chair?
Is the child messy and leaves everything out of place?
Is it difficult for her to stand and watch a movie until the end?
Does she seem not to listen when you talk to her and leave you talking to yourself?
Is it too agitated and comes up on furniture or cabinets even when it is totally inappropriate?
Doesn't she like calm and serene activities like Yoga or meditation classes at all?
Does she have difficulty waiting for her turn and pass in front of others?
Do you have any difficulty staying seated for more than 1 hour?
Are you easily distracted at school, or when you talk to her?
Are you very agitated when listening to music or in a new environment with many people?
Does the child like to be hurt by scratches or bites by doing this on purpose?
Does the child have difficulty following the instructions that another person gives?
Does the child have difficulty paying attention at school and is even distracted by a game he likes a lot?
Does the child have difficulty completing one task because he is distracted and immediately starts another?
Does the child find it difficult to play in a quiet and peaceful way?
Does the child talk a lot?
Does the child usually interrupt or disturb others?
Does the child seem not to hear what is being said, often?
Are you always missing out on things needed for tasks or activities at school or at home?
Does the child like to participate in dangerous activities without considering the possible consequences?
How is the treatment for hyperactivity
Hyperactivity has no cure, but the treatment helps the child to reduce the signs and is done with behavioral therapy and relaxation techniques guided by a child psychologist to help control the symptoms.
In the most severe cases, when the disorder prevents the child from performing simple tasks such as going to school, in addition to behavioral therapy, medicines can be prescribed by the pediatrician.
Parents are also important in the treatment, as they can help the child to control the symptoms through the adoption of some strategies such as creating a routine, having regular schedules and performing tasks that help the child to spend energy, such as having a moment of family play that involves running, for example.