What are attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and hyperkinetic disorder?
Many children, especially under-fives, are inattentive and restless. This does not necessarily mean they are suffering from ADHD or hyperkinetic disorder The terms `attention deficit’, `attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder’, `hyperkinetic disorder’ and `hyperactivity’ are used by professionals to describe the problems of children who are overactive and have difficulty concentrating. The terms attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are used in the USA. The official term in the UK is hyperkinetic disorder. These differences in terminology can sometimes cause confusion. In both instances, these children usually have problems with attention control and overactivity.
