Health Tip: Does Your Child Have Symptoms of ADHD?

Here are general warning signs

July 16, 2009 RSS Feed Print

(HealthDay News) -- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects a child's ability to perform in school and form relationships.

The disorder is characterized by primary traits including inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity, or a combination, the U.S. National Library of Medicine says.

The agency offers this list of classic symptoms of ADHD:

Carelessness in school work
Losing personal items and those needed for school.
Problems paying attention for long periods.
Difficulty listening and following instructions, and problems with organization.
Acting forgetful, and getting frequently distracted.
Difficulty sitting still or performing quiet activities.
Talking excessively, often out of turn.