FIDGETY, disruptive, forgetful – these are symptoms of ADHD that you may be aware of. But it can affect people in many ways, and as October is ADHD Awareness month, this a great time to discuss them. 3 Sun columnist Dr Zoe advises readers on their health Credit: Olivia West The rise in the awareness of ADHD is reflected in the huge pressure on NHS diagnosis services.
ADHD doesn’t come and go or cause the odd behaviour change, such as an inability to put laundry away or pay a bill. It affects daily life. It’s also not just about being hyper or naughty.
People with ADHD tend to have trouble with executive function, aka the “management system” of the brain. This makes managing time and emotions difficult. READ MORE HEALTH NEWS FOOD FOR THOUGHT Foods that should have tobacco-style health warnings & ones to eat more of 'ELEVATED RISK' New pandemic fears as UK declares 'category 4' bird flu outbreak An individual’s experience of ADHD can vary greatly.
But neurodiversity – the range of differences in how brains work – can also be celebrated. With more awareness, the world can hopefully better support those with conditions such as ADHD, autism and dyslexia to thrive. Here’s a selection of what readers have asked me this week.
3 Standing for only a few minutes makes the pain across the bottom of my back unbearable Q) I AM a man of 75 and although I have had back aches for a long time, just lately it’s been really bad. Most read in Health FRESH HOPE Woman, 25, 'cure.
