Does your child really have ADHD? 17 things to rule out first
Modern Life-itis
"We have super-connected electronically but have been disconnecting interpersonally," says Dr. Edward Hallowell, author of several books on ADHD including "Superparenting for ADD." "It can be hard to tell ADHD from what I call a 'severe case of modern life.'"
Being Bullied
Caffeine Overload
Perfectionism
"A kid who is 'perfectionistic' may be unable to move on to something else" says Dr. Larry Silver, clinical professor of psychiatry at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. and the author of "The Misunderstood Child."
He says it's hard for kids to complete assignments if they are too busy "lining up pencils and making sure the paper is in the right place."