What are the symptoms of ADD?

Answer by  Danie86 (294)

Some of the symptoms are having trouble sitting down too long, being fidgitiy, having difficulty following instructions, blurting things out or interupting people while they speak, and being easily distracted. These are just a few of the symptoms, check online for a complete list or see your sons physician.

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

Is he easily distracted? Disorganized? Does he listen when you speak directly to him? What about fidgeting/getting up often? Does he never stop talking? These are signs of ADD/ADHD.

Answer by  askanswer (349)

The most noticeable symptom of ADD is an inability to focus on a single task for a short amount of time. Hyperactivity is also associated with ADD.

Answer by  ellie61 (478)

The most common symptom of those with ADD is the severe inability to concentrate. They may "daydream" a lot and find it hard to focus or follow instructions.

Answer by  techno (95)

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADD is a psychological disorder mostly observed in children. The most common symptoms of ADD include the lack of concentration, inability to pay attention, uncontrollable behavior and hyperactivity. Mostly these symptoms appear up to the age of 7 can last till adulthood. A child with ADD may look lazy and under-performed in his studies.

Answer by  dtalk (428)

The main symptoms of attention deficiency disorder is not being able to focus on a certain task, easily being distracted, being disorganized, procrastinating, frequently changing the subject during conversations, fidgeting or squirming while being seated, failure to complete tasks like homework and chores, and difficulty completing tasks that require much attention.

Answer by  smithjen1498 (192)

One symptom is not being able to complete one activity without starting a new one. Also a symptom is not being able to sit still, always on the move. Another symptom can be being very moody.

Answer by  decomom (923)

Some of the major symptoms of ADD are an inability to focus, impulsiveness, and the inability to sit still even when interested in something. They can often pay attention if doing something they are interested in but cannot focus if something is boring. A child with ADD will display these symptoms accross situations (home, school, etc.).

Answer by  swanee (202)

Kids with ADD often have trouble concentrating or staying on a task such as homework. They can have a short attention span and seem to hop from one activity to another without finishing things and can almost seem hyperactive. Sometimes these symptoms can be ADD or a lack of discipline regarding how you expect your child to behave.

Answer by  yvonnew (31)

Some key things to look for are hyperactivity, inability to stay focused, and/or making impulsive decisions. All children deal with these issues but if they become common-place it may be a good indicator that testing is in order.