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•                ADHD is the most common psychiatric condition-affecting children. 7.5% of school-age children in the U.S. have ADHD, according to Centers of Disease Control and Prevention.  GoToTop

•                ADHD is a real common and treatable medical condition characterized by a variable attention span and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.   GoToTop

•                Symptoms of ADHD -such as trouble sitting still, paying attention to details, and listening -can make school difficult for a child with the disorder.  Although most children with ADHD have normal or above-normal intelligence, 40 to 60 percent have serious learning difficulties.  GoToTop

•                ADHD is nobody’s fault.  Researchers believe that biology plays a large role in the development of ADHD.  Thirty to 40 percent of children diagnosed with ADHD have relatives with the same disorder, suggesting that genes are at least partly responsible.  GoToTop

•                Children with symptoms of ADHD should be referred to and evaluated by a mental health professional who specializes in treating children. Early identification, diagnosis and treatment help children reach their full potential. GoToTop