What to look out for and why an early diagnosis is essential. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, surveys have shown that boys are more likely than girls to ever be diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – 13.2 percent to 5.6...

Experts suggest behaviors can depend on the environment as well as the child's age. According to the American Psychiatric Association, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects approximately 5 percent of children. Typically, it’s initially observed at a...