HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Can Non Attentiveness, Pronunciation Difficulties, Impulsive Nature Be Due To ADHD?

my son is almost 4 and i have been having problems with him lately. He can not pay attention for more then two mins at a time and has trouble talking and pronouncing words. he is very impulsive and can not remember things that just happened when i explain to him why he is on time out or gets things taken away. can my child possibly have adhd?
Mon, 22 Sep 2014
Report Abuse
Pediatrician, Neonatology 's  Response
Yes he can have ADHD the chances increases if you have family history of ADHD. for stamping the diagnosis certain criterias has to be fulfilled like symtoms , duration more than 6 months, hampering of learning etc. If this symptoms continue for more than six months he should be started on psychological counseling and some medications ( concerta).
I find this answer helpful

1 Doctor agrees with this answer


Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Can Non Attentiveness, Pronunciation Difficulties, Impulsive Nature Be Due To ADHD?

Yes he can have ADHD the chances increases if you have family history of ADHD. for stamping the diagnosis certain criterias has to be fulfilled like symtoms , duration more than 6 months, hampering of learning etc. If this symptoms continue for more than six months he should be started on psychological counseling and some medications ( concerta).