Hyperactivity

Hyperactivity refers to an an enhanced activity level. Common hyperactive behaviour may be expressed as continuous activity, being distracted easily, impulsiveness, impaired concentration ability, and aggressiveness. A hyperactive patient may fidget or move invariably, wander excessively, talk unstoppably, or have decreased ability of undertaking quiet activities. Hyperactivity is ordinarily caused by attention deficit disorder, emotional disturbance, brain or central nervous system disorders, or hyperthyroidism. Hyperactivity may be treated with medication, Homoeopathy, psychotherapy, chiropractic, and behavioural therapies.

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