Causes of ADHD
ADHD IS DUE TO A COMBINATION OF FACTORS
Even though the exact cause is not clear, differences in brain anatomy and function, genetics, and environmental factors may all play a role in ADHD.
Do you think you might have ADHD? Does your child, sibling, or parent have it? Maybe some of the information here has you wondering, “Could it be…?” Maybe it’s time to find out.
Even though the exact cause is not clear, differences in brain anatomy and function, genetics, and environmental factors may all play a role in ADHD.
ADHD runs in families
>50% CHANCE
A PARENT WITH ADHD WILL HAVE A CHILD WITH ADHD
30%–40% CHANCE*
ANYONE WITH ADHD HAS A FIRST-DEGREE RELATIVE WITH ADHD
* Based on studies.
Other possible causes may include:
Wondering what happens next when you know that it’s ADHD? Find out more about the different treatment options and support available.
Take steps to make a planLearning effective strategies to manage your ADHD is possible. Improving key areas of your overall health and lifestyle, such as getting more sleep, can also make a big difference.
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