ADHD (Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder)
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and activity regulation. Children with ADHD may appear more impulsive, easily distracted, and highly active. This can significantly affect their learning, daily life, and social interactions. Research suggests that ADHD affects around 3 to 7 out of every 100 school-aged children, with boys being diagnosed more frequently than girls.
Does your child show any of the following signs?
Inattention
❐ Easily makes careless mistakes or overlooks details
❐ Does not seem to listen when spoken to
❐ Has difficulty completing tasks
❐ Is disorganized and often does not finish tasks
❐ Frequently loses things.
❐Is easily distracted
Hyperactivity
❐ Fidgets or squirms frequently
❐ Has difficulty remaining seated and often leaves their seat
❐ Runs or climbs excessively
❐ Has difficulty taking part quietly in activities
❐ Appears constantly active and unable to settle down.
❐ Talks excessively
Poor Impulse Control
❐ Impatient
❐ Acts impulsively
❐ Often blurts out answers or interrupts others.
❐ Unable to wait in line or queue
❐ Interrupts or intrudes on others’ conversations.
❐ Active, energetic, always climbing or walking around
❐ Easily cries or throws tantrums, with intense emotional reactions, and may become overly excited or easily irritated.
❐ Some children may also experience sleep difficulties.
Infancy and Preschool Years
School-Age Years
If parents suspect their child has attention deficit and/or hyperactivity difficulties, or if the above symptoms have persisted for six months or more, it is recommended to arrange a consultation with our psychiatrist for further assessment and the appropriate training plan.
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Assessment by our psychiatrist includes a clinical interview with the child, clinical observation, and the use of professional assessment tools.
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Before the assessment, a parent interview will be conducted to better understand the child’s condition.
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After the assessment, the results will be explained to parents. Based on the child’s individual needs, an effective intervention plan will be provided, together with guidance for parents on child management and coping with related stress.
Courses and Training
Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can overcome the difficulties and adjustment problems associated with their symptoms through early assessment and treatment, together with effective training strategies provided by therapists.
ADHD Support Group
Learn to regulate arousal and improve executive functioning.
PEERS® Social Skills Training
Learning to identify one’s own and others’ emotions, and to express and regulate emotions in appropriate ways.
Social Skills Group
Learning to recognize one’s own and others’ emotions, and to express and regulate emotions appropriately.
iLs Listening Therapy
Through listening therapy, the nervous system is stabilized to help regulate auditory sensitivity and attention, thereby enhancing learning performance.
SEN Primary One Adaptation Class
Helps children adapt to and integrate into the primary school environment early, supporting the transition from kindergarten to primary school and reducing stress for both children and parents.
Treatments
Evidence-based treatment for ADHD combines medication and behavioral therapy, which is currently recognised internationally as the most effective approach.
1. Medication
Research shows that around 75% of patients benefit significantly from central nervous system stimulants, with noticeable improvement in attention and a marked reduction in hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour.
2. Behavioural Therapy
Therapy can be provided individually or in groups. Specialised behavioural therapy programmes aim to reduce activity levels, improve attention and self-control, and enhance interpersonal relationships and compliance.
3. Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy
Through structured training, these therapies help improve children’s sensory‑motor skills and motor coordination.
*Preschooler under 6: Behavioural therapy is the first‑line treatment. If behavioural therapy does not adequately improve symptoms, medication may be considered.
*For school‑age children and adolescents aged 6 or above with more severe symptoms:Medication is often the most effective treatment option.