WHAT IS HYPERACTIVITY

Hyperactivity is a state of being unusually or abnormally active. Hyperactivity is often difficult for people around the hyperactive person, such as teachers, employers, and parents. Hyperactive people often become anxious or depressed because of their condition and how people respond to them.

People who are hyperactive may develop other problems due to their inability to stay still or concentrate. For example, hyperactivity may lead to difficulties at school or work, and may strain relationships with friends and family. It can lead to accidents and injuries, and it increases the risk of alcohol and drug abuse.

Hyperactivity has many different characteristics, including:

constant movement
aggressive behavior
impulsive behavior
being easily distracted
Hyperactivity is often a symptom of another underlying cause, such as varying mental diseases and medical.

One of the main disorders associated with hyperactivity is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. ADHD is a disorder that causes you to become overactive, inattentive, and impulsive. This condition is usually diagnosed at a young age, but some people experience ADHD as adults.

Hyperactivity is treatable. For the best results, early detection and early treatment are required.

What Causes Hyperactivity?
Hyperactivity can be caused by mental and physical disorders. The most common are:

ADHD
hyperthyroidism, or having too much thyroid hormone
brain disorders
nervous system disorders
psychological disorders
Recognizing the Signs of Hyperactivity
In children, hyperactivity may lead to difficulty concentrating in school. They may also display impulsive behaviors such as:

talking out of turn
blurting things out
hitting other students
being overactive
Adults who display hyperactivity may display the following:

difficulty concentrating at work
short attention span
difficulty remembering names, numbers, or bits of information
You may develop some anxiety or depression if you are distressed about your condition. Adults who have hyperactivity probably displayed these symptoms as children.How Is Hyperactivity Treated?
If your doctor thinks your hyperactivity is being caused by an underlying condition, they may prescribe medications to treat that condition. Conditions affecting the following parts of your body often contribute to hyperactivity:

thyroid
brain
nervous system
Your doctor may take a blood or urine sample to check your hormone levels, since hyperactivity can also be caused by a hormonal imbalance. For example, you might have an imbalance in your thyroid hormone, or other hormones.

Hyperactivity can also relate to an emotional disorder. In this case, you will be treated by a mental health specialist. Your specialist will review your symptoms to determine what condition you may have. Once a condition is diagnosed, you may be given medications or therapy to help control your hyperactivity.

Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy and talk therapy are common practices used to treat hyperactivity.

Cognitive behavioral therapy aims to change your patterns of thinking and behavior. Talk therapy involves discussing your symptoms with a therapist. Your therapist can teach you how to cope with your condition and reduce its effects.