5 Myths About ADHD And Facts

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YOGYAKARTA Myths about ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) or impaired attention and hyperactivity can cause confusion and make it difficult for sufferers to get the support they need.

Citing AI-Care, ADHD is a developmental disorder related to difficulties in focusing on sustainable, hyperactive, and/or impulsiveness.

Symptoms of ADHD can disrupt daily activities, including activities at school, workplaces, and even household life.

There is currently a lot of research that can help us to better understand ADHD. Unfortunately, there are still many myths that can make us fail to provide support to individuals who experience it.

So, what are the myths about ADHD? How are the real facts? Let's look at the full information below.

The following is a general myth about ADHD and the facts you need to know:

1. Myth #1: ADHD is not a real medical condition

Many people think that ADHD is not a real medical condition. This myth arises because there is no laboratory test to make sure someone has ADHD.

"They insist that ADHD is a false condition," said Michael Manos, PhD, Pediatrician, quoted from Cleveland Clinic.

In fact, there is research that shows that ADHD can be passed down genetically.

In addition, studies studying MRI brain scans on more than 3,000 children and adults found differences in the brain size of children suffering from ADHD and those who did not.

Children with ADHD have a smaller brain, with a marked difference in size in brain parts related to emotional control, self-control, memory and learning.

2. Myth #2: ADHD was diagnosed excessively

The second myth about ADHD is attention disorders and hyperactivity is the result of excessive diagnosis.

In fact, ADHD cases have increased in recent decades regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic status.

Related to this, Dr. Manos believes that this increase is related to increased awareness and recognition of symptoms, not due to excessive diagnosis.

3. Myth #3: ADHD sufferers only need to try harder

Adapting the Understood page, ADHD is not a matter of motivation or laziness. Children and adults who suffer from ADHD often try their best to pay attention.

Asking ADHD sufferers to try harder is the same as asking sufferers to take a look further.

The reason they struggle to get attention has nothing to do with that attitude. But more because of differences in the way their brain functions and structures are.

4. Myth #4: ADHD sufferers can never focus

Many think that ADHD sufferers can never focus. In fact, in fact they can be very focused if there are things that make them interested. This condition is called hyperfocus.

Some children with ADHD are easily distracted in class, but cannot withdraw from the game they are playing.

Adults with ADHD may find it difficult to focus on work that is considered boring. However, they often devote themselves to aspects they really like.

5. Myth #5: all children with hyperactive ADHD

Stereotip for children with ADHD is that they compete and cannot stop moving or be hyperactive.

In fact, not all children with ADHD have hyperactive symptoms. For those who experience it, hyperactiveity usually disappears or decreases with age.

That's the information about the myths surrounding ADHD and the facts. Hopefully this article can add insight to the loyal readers of VOI.ID.