What causes ADHD in children?

There are many reasons for children's ADHD, mainly including genetic factors, biological factors, environmental factors, social and psychological factors, and abnormal brain development.

1. Genetic factors: ADHD has a certain family clustering, and genetic factors play an important role in the onset of ADHD. If there is a family member with ADHD, the risk of the child suffering from the disease will be relatively high. It is recommended that parents pay attention to family medical history, detect it early and take intervention measures.

2. Biological factors: Biological factors include premature birth, postpartum hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, thyroid dysfunction, and lead exposure, all of which may increase the risk of ADHD in children. Pregnant women are advised to pay attention to their health during pregnancy, avoid exposure to adverse environments, and ensure the healthy birth of their children.

3. Environmental factors: Pregnant women are exposed to harmful substances during pregnancy, such as tobacco, alcohol, drugs, etc., and the lead content in the living environment of the child after birth is excessive, which may increase the risk of ADHD. It is recommended to provide children with a safe and healthy living environment to avoid exposure to harmful substances.

4. Social and psychological factors: Social and psychological factors such as strained family relationships, discord between parents, improper parenting methods, and parents with mental illnesses may increase the risk of children suffering from ADHD. Parents are advised to pay attention to their children's mental health, create a harmonious family atmosphere, and adopt scientific parenting methods.

5. Abnormal brain development: Abnormal brain nerve development is also an important cause of ADHD. This may be related to various factors such as genetics and environment. Children with abnormal brain development should seek medical treatment in time and receive professional evaluation and treatment.

There are many causes of ADHD, and various factors need to be considered comprehensively. Parents should pay attention to their children's physical and mental health, provide a good growth environment for their children, and seek medical treatment in time to receive professional evaluation and treatment.