FAQs About ADHD

Children can definitely be easily distracted or have issues focusing, but when is that a sign of something more serious that your child might be struggling with? Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, also known as ADHD, affects many children all over the country and can affect their ability to function successfully in school or later in life. If you feel your child might be dealing with ADHD, you probably have a lot of questions about what it is and how it can be dealt with. Your pediatricians at Downers Grove Pediatrics in Downers Grove and Bolingbrook, IL, can answer some questions about ADHD so that you can understand what your child might be dealing with.

Frequently Asked Questions About ADHD

Q. What is ADHD?

A. ADHD is a developmental disorder that can cause a child to be impulsive, hyperactive, and distracted. Children with ADHD often lack focus, and this can strain relationships in their lives. It can also be dangerous if a child doesn’t pay attention in public and gets lost or chases a ball into the street without looking at their surroundings.

Q. What are the common ADHD symptoms?

A. Most commonly, a child with ADHD will have a difficult time concentrating and performing normal tasks. They may struggle to pay attention in class or when talking to parents, are disorganized, often procrastinate, are forgetful, or constantly fidgeting.

Q. How can ADHD be treated?

A. Your child’s pediatrician in Downers Grove and Bolingbrook, IL, can sit down with your child to examine them and find the best methods to treat their ADHD. This could be through medication, changing their diet and sticking to a routine, or through behavioral therapy.

Contact Your Pediatrician Today

Don’t hesitate to learn more about ADHD. Contact your pediatricians at Downers Grove Pediatrics in Downers Grove and Bolingbrook, IL, to ask further questions about ADHD. Call to schedule an appointment at (630) 852-4551 for the office in Downers Grove, IL, and (630) 759-9230 for the office in Bolingbrook, IL.