Do boys get ADHD?

ADHD, full name Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a common disorder of abnormal behavior in children. ADHD affects not only boys but also girls.

The main symptoms of ADHD include inattention, poor self-control, excessive movements, mood swings, etc., which may have a negative impact on the patient's learning, life and interpersonal relationships. The cause of ADHD may involve genetics, physiology, psychology and social environment, which is not yet fully understood.

The incidence of ADHD in boys is higher, about 5%-10%, while the incidence of ADHD in girls is lower, about 2%-5%. This may be because boys are more susceptible to ADHD symptoms in their behavioral manifestations, while girls usually show emotional problems such as introversion, anxiety, depression, etc., which are easily ignored.

Symptoms of ADHD in girls may be different from those in boys. Girls with ADHD often have difficulty concentrating, difficulty learning, social problems, and mood swings. These symptoms may not be easy to detect, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment of girls with ADHD.

Parents, teachers and doctors need to pay attention to children's behavioral and emotional changes. Both boys and girls can be affected by ADHD. Timely detection of problems and appropriate intervention and support can help improve children's quality of life and learning ability.

ADHD affects not only boys but also girls. Parents and teachers need to pay attention to children's behavior and emotional changes, identify problems in time, and give appropriate intervention and support. Only in this way can these children overcome obstacles and grow up healthily.