Hyperactivity (ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder with three core components: attention deficit (distractibility, inability to follow instructions to the end, losing belongings, unfinished tasks), hyperactivity (constant motor activity, restlessness, fidgeting), and impulsivity (hasty actions without thought, inability to wait, interrupting others). The clinical picture varies by predominant component. ADHD significantly affects learning, social adaptation, and often a child's self-esteem. It commonly co-occurs in children with ASD.

At the Hanshi NeuroLife International Rehabilitation Center (Shangrao), the ADHD program combines all of the center's key directions. TMS regulates the excitability of cortical neurons, which improves attention and concentration and reduces impulsivity. ABA structures skill-building and reduces problem behavior through positive reinforcement and data-driven progress tracking. TEACCH creates a predictable, visually structured environment — critical for children with ADHD, who struggle with chaotic surroundings. Sensory integration addresses the sensory foundation for activity regulation. Pediatric acupuncture and Tui Na massage complement the program by harmonizing Qi and regulating sleep and emotions. In severe cases that significantly affect learning, medication support may be considered — strictly per the physician's decision, with regular reassessment.

What parents should know

ADHD is not "bad upbringing" or "personality." It has a biological basis and requires systematic work — at the center and at home. Specialists teach parents how to structure the environment and support attention and activity regulation in everyday situations. Regular reassessment shows progress on each component and allows the program to be adjusted.