ADHD is real
ADHD is not a fancy label for naughty children or bad behaviour as a result of poor parenting. All children misbehave sometimes and no parent is perfect.
ADHD:
- Is a real medical condition
- Affects many people throughout the UK, so you are certainly not alone
- Responds well to treatment, so things can be done to help you
As with many medical conditions, we don't know what the exact cause is. But we do know:
- ADHD tends to run in families
- Some parts of the brain of people with ADHD may work differently to other people's brains
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ADHD is an abbreviation for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional medical care. As always if you have any concerns about you or your child's health or medication you should consult your specialist or general practitioner. This site is published by Janssen-Cilag Ltd, which is solely responsible for the content. © Janssen-Cilag Ltd. 2007-2013. Last updated March 2013.