Pediatrician emphasizes early ADHD diagnosis and therapy

Pediatrician Micaela Lupiano highlights the importance of early diagnosis for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to prevent children from being stigmatized in school environments. Lupiano notes that schools often drive the demand for diagnosis, particularly for hyperactive children who disrupt classroom norms.

While medication is frequently requested as a quick solution for managing classroom disturbances, Lupiano emphasizes that therapy is essential to teach children how to manage their cognitive processes. She warns that inattentive profiles, which are more common in girls, are often overlooked compared to hyperactive profiles, which are more common in boys.