Clinical psychologist on ADHD signs in children

World ADHD Awareness Day, July 13, focuses on attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a neurodevelopmental condition affecting attention, impulse control, activity levels, and emotional regulation.

Clinical psychologist Puja Dutta, senior mentor at Training Academy, India Autism Centre, says ADHD is not deliberate disobedience but a condition beyond a child's control.

Schoolchildren labeled 'naughty' or 'undisciplined' may actually have undiagnosed ADHD, which is often confused with lack of self-discipline.

The article does not specify the age at which ADHD can be identified, but early signs include restlessness, inattention, and impulsivity.