{"id":6270,"date":"2026-02-26T14:25:20","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T12:25:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=6270"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:25:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T12:25:20","slug":"adhd-lesser-known-causes-symptoms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=6270","title":{"rendered":"ADHD Lesser Known Causes & Symptoms"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/span>Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity disorder is defined as a disorder that makes it difficult for a person to pay attention and control impulsive behavior. ADHD in kids has become more prevalent over the last few years. According to the CDC, <\/span><\/span>11% of American children ages 4 to 17 have ADHD. Current research suggests that ADHD is caused by interactions between genes and environmental or non-genetic factors. Different risk factors can contribute to the development of ADHD.<\/p>\n

ADHD Causes<\/h3>\n

<\/span>1. Smoking<\/h3>\n

A study published in European Child Adolescent Psychiatry found that <\/span><\/span>maternal smoking during pregnancy is associated with the development of ADHD. They study also showed that smoking by either parent after a child is born may also be linked to ADHD in children.<\/p>\n

2. Diet & Gut Health<\/h3>\n

Research has shown that gut heath is directly related to brain health. Chemical food additives, wheat, refined sugar, artificial sweeteners and food allergies are linked to ADHD. A diet full of grains, sugar, processed foods and GMO\u2019s may cause worse attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder symptoms.<\/p>\n

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3. Brain Injury<\/h3>\n

Brain injury may also be one of the ADHD causes.<\/span><\/span>Traumatic brain injury can cause a variety of symptoms. Symptoms linked to brain injury can include include memory and attention deficits and impulsive behavior.<\/p>\n

<\/span>4. Genetics<\/h3>\n

Researchers believe that genetics is also an ADHD cause. If a parent or grandparent has ADHD, a child is more likely to develop the symptoms. Studies show that genetics may be a major risk factor in developing the disorder.<\/p>\n

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ADHD Symptoms<\/h3>\n

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms often appear in children around the age of seven.<\/span> The symptoms can continue throughout adolescence and adulthood. The severity of attention-deficit\/hyperactivity disorder symptoms vary. But people with ADHD usually show an ongoing pattern of symptoms that include: difficulty paying attention, being overactive and acting without thinking. <\/span>Symptoms of ADHD include:<\/strong><\/p>\n