Attention Deficit Disorder - How To Treat It?

Attention deficit disorder is a behavioural disorder that comprises impulsive behaviour, inattentiveness and hyperactivity. This disorder tends to affect children more commonly but the symptoms tend to disappear as one age. 

The various symptoms of this disorder are:

1. Concentration problems 
People affected by this disorder have problems staying focused on routine tasks. You may have problems in listening to conversations, get distracted easily, overlook various important things and have trouble remembering various things.

2. Being disorganized and forgetting things
You may exhibit symptoms such as having an extremely cluttered desk. You may also experience difficulties in completing projects and forgetting appointments. You may also lose track of time while doing important things.

3. Emotional problems
Various emotional problems such as mood swings, hypersensitivity to criticism, problems in staying motivated and having low self-esteem are common signs of ADD. The disorder may also lead you to be extremely short tempered and be constantly frustrated.

4. Hyperactivity
This symptom causes you to be constantly agitated, unable to focus due to a racing mind, fidgeting constantly and talking excessively. 

5. Impulsivity
You will exhibit impulsive behaviour such as not being able to exercise self-control, blurting out inappropriate comments and have certain addictive tendencies. 

Attention deficit disorder can cause various problems in your life. Most of these are related to the following domains:

1. Work-related problems 
You may constantly feel a sense of underachievement and be unable to meet your work responsibilities. You may be unable to meet deadlines, and face problems in filing paperwork.

2. Relationship problems
This disorder takes a toll on your relationships such as it can create a rift between you and your family. They may feel that you are not sensitive to their concerns.

3. Mental health problems
You may face various mental health problems such as drug abuse, anxiety, self-esteem issues and chronic stress.

The various remedies for this disorder are -

1. Get proper sleep
You should always aim to sleep for at least 6 hours every day. If you are well rested, then you will be more energetic and stress-free.

2. Regular exercise 
You should exercise on a regular basis to keep yourself fit and healthy. It can also help you avoid problems such as obesity.

3. Improve your relationships
You should schedule time for your loved ones and engage with them. It may contribute to your overall mental well-being.