ADHD | Episode 53| With Dr. Anaita Hegde

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting focus, impulse control, or activity control. It has three types: predominantly inattentive (difficulty focusing, forgetfulness), predominantly hyperactive-impulsive (restlessness, impulsivity), and combined (both symptom types). Causes may include but not limited to genetics, brain structure differences, and environmental factors. Diagnosis involves behavioral evaluations and by using criteria from the DSM-5. Treatment typically includes behavioral therapy, medication, lifestyle adjustments, and support strategies. In this episode, watch Namita conversing with Dr. Anaita Hegde, Pediatric Neurologist at Narayana SRCC Children's Hospital, Mumbai. 'Uncondition Yourself with Namita Thapar' is the first exclusive talk show where our host talks with patients, experts, and doctors on women's health. #WomenHealth #adhd #adhdkids #children #treatment #lifestyleproblems #KeepGoing #unconditionyourselfwithnamitathapar About Us: A talk show dedicated to Women’s Health, a platform where we talk about women’s health issues and breaking Taboos, First of its kind Exclusive talk show on Women’s Health focusing on various concerns like Mental and physical health, Menstrual disorders, pregnancy, infertility, cancer, Diabetes, breastfeeding, safe abortion and more. A platform where we speak up, bring forward our stories and to change the dismal statistics on women’s health. Follow: Twitter:   / namitathapar   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_unconditio... Follow Emcure: Twitter: https://twitter.com/emcurepharma?lang=en Instagram:   / emcurepharm.  . Facebook:   / emcurepharma.  . Visit: https://www.emcure.com/ 0:00 Highlights & Intro 0:54 Meet the Guest: Dr. Anaita Hegde 1:39 What Is ADHD? The 3 Core Symptoms 2:02 Hyperactivity: The "Roller Skates" Kid 3:08 Impulsivity — Acting Without Thinking 4:07 How Impulsivity Leads to Defiance & Getting Into Trouble 4:30 Inattention: The Third Component 5:17 Why Girls with ADHD Get Missed 6:17 When Intelligence Masks Inattention 6:46 Girls & Hidden ADHD: Depression, Anxiety & Eating Disorders 7:17 ADHD vs ADD — What's the Difference? 7:51 Why Symptoms Must Show Up Everywhere — Home, School & Beyond 9:04 How ADHD Is Diagnosed — No Scan, No MRI 9:55 Standardised Testing: Teacher + Parent + Clinical Observation 10:23 Is ADHD Lifelong? Adults with ADHD 11:37 How Adults Learn to Compensate Over Time 13:00 What Causes ADHD? Myths About Bad Parenting, Diet & Screens 15:00 Treatment Overview: It's Not Just Medication 16:00 Stimulant Medication — How It Works & When It's Used 18:00 CBT & Behavioural Therapy 19:00 What Parents Can Do at Home 21:00 School Accommodations & Building an Inclusive Environment 23:19 Exercise, Endorphins & Why Movement Matters 23:25 Discipline, Schedules & the Procrastination Problem 24:10 Building Confidence — The Single Most Important Thing 25:20 Closing Thoughts