Common Myths Linked With ADHD

 

Common Myths Linked With ADHD

All thanks to the advancements in the medical field and technology, we can easily tell the difference between myths and reality. Scientific evidence has helped us a lot in learning more about medical conditions like anxiety, ADHD, cold, or serious ones as epilepsy. Even then there is a lot of confusion about these conditions, especially ADHD. 

And the major reason behind it is that some people prefer trusting non-reliable myths. And this makes it even harder to get the correct advice and treatment for ADHD in children. This also leads patients to get isolated from school and in general from society. 

This is why we have compiled a list of common myths that are linked with ADHD, which shall help you in making wise decisions about getting the right treatment for ADHD symptoms. So, without further ado, let’s dive straight into the common myths.

ADHD is Not a Medical Condition

Scientific evidence and various researches have proven that ADHD is a mental health condition and is largely found in children and often in adults. ADHD is linked to biological deficiencies and symptoms. Also, studies have even shown that this condition is hereditary. If one has ADHD, then it is most likely transferred due to family history. And the most interesting fact about ADHD is that this condition causes the deformation of the brain. Which means that a person finds difficulty in its ability to perform and work. 

Saying that ADHD is not a medical condition is one of the common and saddest myth.

Patients of ADHD Can’t Focus

Yes, patients do find it hard to focus on simple things, because the brain functions differently from a normal one. However, ADHD patients will sincerely focus on a thing they are interested in. And in medical terms, we call it hyperfocus. In contrast, some children get easily distracted. So, the focus is entirely dependent on the interest of the patient. They’ll focus on what they like and will be distracted by things they don’t like.

ADHD Disappears With Age

Though some symptoms of ADHD do outgrow with time, the disorder never outgrows with time or age. In fact, patients with ADHD learn how to manage the symptoms with age. So, this completely does not mean that the disorder has disappeared with age. People often talk about their medical conditions without any awareness and thus form several perceptions that end up becoming myths. The same happens in the case of ADHD also. The major reason why people feel that ADHD disappears with age. It is a neurological disorder and people should learn more about it by researching more.

Bad Parenting Causes ADHD

Whenever a kid behaves fidgeting, not obeying rules, acting hyperactively, or lacking discipline, might not always because of bad parenting. It seems that it is due to bad parenting but in reality, it might be because of ADHD. ADHD kids don’t even realize that they are behaving in a different manner. Secondly, impulsive behavior can not be because of bad parenting. So, understand clearly about ADHD first before believing in this type of myth.

Also Read: Follow These Tips For Managing ADHD 

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