Just about all children have instances when their behavior veers out of control. They may speed about in constant motion, make noise nonstop, will not wait their turn, and crash into everything around them. At other times they could drift as though in a daydream, failing woefully to pay attention or finish what they start.

However, for many children, these kinds of behaviors tend to be more than an occasional problem. Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have behavior issues that are so frequent and/or severe that they interfere along with their power to live normal lives. These children often have trouble getting along side siblings along with other children at school, at home, as well as in other settings. Those who have trouble attention that is paying have trouble learning. Some have an impulsive nature and also this may place them in actual physical danger. Read more