🧠 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.

🧠 Ask The Expert: ADHD Awareness – Spotting Early Signs in Kids
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is it true sugar causes it. my daughter loves cake. i started introduce her to sweets starting 1 yo... of course moderately

2mo ago

Hi Mummy. The short answer is no - sugar doesn’t cause ADHD. However, sugar can spike our kids' energy levels and crash them quickly. If your girl is diagnosed with ADHD or have strong symptoms of ADHD, sugar can make her behaviors more intense. That doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong by giving her sweets - introducing them moderately is fine. What matters most is frequency and a balanced lifestyle for her - stable routines, enough sleep, balanced diet, and time to move and play all have a bigger impact on your child’s development than the occasional slice of cake.