Sometimes it is said that today a somewhat more "moved" or mischievous child is easily diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or what is the same, with ADHD. But this is not so. To diagnose this, several tests are performed before confirming or denying the disorder. It is for this reason, that in this article, we are going to give you a series of observation recommendations towards the most recurrent symptoms that occur in a possible ADHD.
Discovery
Currently, to diagnose ADHD, the guidelines of the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and statistical manual (DSM-5)from the American Psychiatric Association. It is carried out in all the autonomous communities, in addition to diagnosing based on the same criteria, in order to also carry out a more exhaustive control of how many children are affected by this disorder.
ADHD symptoms
- Lack of attention: It is the most determining symptom: Often, they fail to pay adequate attention to detail or make careless mistakes in school activities, at work, or in other activities; Often fails to follow directions and fails to complete school activities, household chores, or workplace responsibilities; You often forget things during daily activities, etc.
- Hyperactivity and impulsivity: Often fidgets or taps with hands or feet, or squirms in seat; You often leave your seat in situations where you are expected to remain seated; Often talks excessively; He often has a hard time waiting his turn, etc.
Having one or two of these symptoms does not have to lead to a possible ADHD disorder. More than one symptom of these two characteristics must be combined and be quite recurrent in their elaboration.
Still, only doctors are the ones who have to diagnose this disorder. When in doubt, it is best to go to them.