Hyperactivity is a state of too much muscle activity. This term is also used to describe a situation when a particular portion of the body is too active, such as when a gland produces too much of its particular hormone.
See also:
Activity - increased; Hyperkinetic behavior
Hyperactive behavior usually refers to a group of characteristics. These can include constant activity, being easily distracted,...
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Activity - increased; Hyperkinetic behaviorHome CareA child who is normally very active often responds well to specific directions and a program of... Read more »
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Hyperactivity refers to increased movement, impulsiveness, distractibility, and decreased attention span. A popular but controversial belief is that... Read more »
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Alternative NamesChildren and hyperactivityInformationToddlers and young children often are very active and have a short attention span. This type of... Read more »
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