Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD, is characterized by a persistent pattern of impulsiveness and inattention, with or without a component of hyperactivity. It is a chronic disorder with instances of individuals diagnosed in childhood continuing to have symptoms into adulthood.

Symptoms include:

• Impulsiveness: acting before thinking of consequences, jumping from one activity to another, disorganization, tendency to interrupt other peoples' conversations.
  
  
• Hyperactivity: restlessness, often characterized by an inability to sit still, fidgeting, squirminess, climbing on things, restless sleep.
  
  
• Inattention: easily distracted, day-dreaming, not finishing work, difficulty listening.

This is what I gathered from Wikipedia here. Why did I mention about this? This is because I recently read an article that indicates the Internet might be affecting the children's brain, causing more children to be treated for ADHD. It seems that the constant bombardment of media and information online may permanently alter our brains and trigger some disorder.

I guess this means that our children should not be online for too long a period. Heck, I think this even applies to adults, since this disorder seems to affect them too. The traditional games should still have a place in everyone's childhood. Board games, sports, reading a good old-fashioned book, etc.

The standard rule applies. Too much of a good thing can be bad. Anything should be done in moderation.