🧠 Ask The Expert: ADHD Awareness – Spotting Early Signs in Kids

Did you know that many signs of ADHD can be mistaken for “just a phase”, and often go unnoticed until much later in childhood? Left unaddressed, ADHD can affect a child’s learning, confidence, and relationships, but early support can make a world of difference. This week on Ask The Expert, we’re joined by Keith Wang, Clinic Director of Bonfire Pediatrics Singapore, to help parents better understand how to spot early signs of ADHD, what’s considered typical behavior, and when it might be time to seek help. 📅 Keith will be answering selected questions on June 3, 2025 📥 Submit your questions now, and get expert answers right inside theAsianparent app! Whether you're wondering about your child’s attention span, constant movement, emotional regulation, or just not sure if something’s "normal", don’t stay in the dark. ➡️ Drop your questions today and get clarity from a trusted expert.

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doc when does ‘active’ become ‘hyperactive’? I’m not sure if I’m overthinking or missing something.everytime i feel my daughter moves too m uch my mother or MIL always says i think too much

Keith Wang

Clinic Director, Bonfire Pediatrics

2mo ago

Huda, thanks for your question, you’re not overthinking - most of our clients are mums who have great instincts. Active kids can still pause when needed - like during storytime, meals, or sleep. Hyperactive kids often can’t slow down even when it’s quiet time. They may climb, fidget, talk, or move non-stop, and it starts to affect routines or safety. If you feel like she’s constantly “on” and it’s making day-to-day life harder, it’s okay to ask for a professional view - not to label, but to understand what’s really going on.

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