my 4 year old daughter show symptoms of ADHD and i am concern cause in her dads side of the family including the dad has ADHD and in my side of my family also.. so i was wondering can she really have it ..and also my one year old son has symptoms of it too ... he actually has it worst he likes banging his head into the wall and he likes it one day he even hit it to the outside floor and i am scared that onday he will do it and split his head open can you give me any advice please and thank you
Q: my 4 year old daughter show symptoms of ADHD and i am concern cause in her dads side of the family i
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7/27/09 12:16pm
Cassie
Thank you for your question and welcome to ADHDCentral.com.
ADHD is considered hereditary. If a parent has ADHD, there is a 50% chance their child will have ADHD as well.
I am not a medical professional. If you are concerned about your children, you should discuss this with your pediatrician. He or she would be better able to determine if your children need further testing or evaluation.
For more information on ADHD in young children
ADHD in Infants: Birth to 12 months
I hope this information helps.
Eileen
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