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hyperactivity

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hyperactivity, excessive physical activity of emotional or physiological origin, usually seen in young children; one of the components of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), formerly called hyperkinesis or minimal brain dysfunction, a chronic, neurologically based syndrome characterized by any or all of three types of behavior: hyperactivity, distractibility, and impulsivity.
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attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder (ADD or ADHD)

 formerly hyperactivity

Behavioral syndrome in children, whose major symptoms are inattention and distractibility, restlessness, inability to sit still, and difficulty concentrating on one thing for any period of time. It occurs in about 5% of all schoolchildren, and it is three times more common in boys than in girls. It can adversely affect learning, though many children with ADD can learn to control their behaviour sufficiently to perform satisfactorily in school. It appears to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Certain aspects of the syndrome may persist into adulthood. Treatment usually entails counseling and close parental supervision, and it may also include prescription medication.


hyperactivity [¦hī·pər·ak′tiv·əd·ē]
(physiology)
Excessive or pathologic activity.


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The treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be dissected into many different parts While there is no one method of treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, there is often a use of different combinations of therapy, counselling, medication and changes in lifestyle required for full recovery The treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be dissected into many different parts.
ISLAMABAD, May 03, 2009 (Balochistan Times) -- A good nights sleep could reduce hyperactivity and bad behaviour among children, a Finnish study reports.
Byline: ANI Washington, Apr 28 (ANI): Children's short sleep duration even without sleeping difficulties increases the risk for behavioural symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), says a new study.
 
 
 
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