ADHD stands for Attention Deficit and/ Hyperactivity Disorder.

The precise causes have not yet been identified but research has demonstrated that ADHD has a very strong neurobiological basis and is highly hereditary. The seriousness may depend on genetic make-up, environmental conditions and stages in one’s life.

It is not an uncommon condition but is frequently misinterpreted and mishandled. It makes a big difference if ADHD were identified and managed early so that the sufferer can optimize his or her life.

In simple terms:

• The affected individuals either cannot focus on important areas in which they are not interested or hyper focus in areas which may be of their interest but not of importance.
• Because of their high energy level and their hyper-focus in their interested areas, many such individuals have been remarkably successful in a few areas of life, sometimes even without treatment.
• On the other hand, they often still suffer impairments in other areas of life such as marriages, school, career or managing their finances.