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Symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) are usually seen before seven years of age and are present consistently for a period of six months.1
Your child will experience the following symptoms: 2
- Difficulty keeping attention on work or play activities at school and at home
- Losing or forgetting things needed for a task
- Avoids or dislikes activities that require sitting still or a sustained effort
- Seems disorganized and doesn't pay close attention to details
- Has trouble with tasks that require planning ahead
- Does not follow directions or finish tasks
- Easily distracted by irrelevant sights and sounds
- Does not seem to be listening when someone is speaking
- Is forgetful about daily activities
- Has a tendency to daydream
- Rarely follows instructions carefully and completely
- Throws temper tantrums
- Gets bored easily
Dr. Dany Hamod
Pediatric, Neonatologist
