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ADHD and Genetics
We know that scientist have found the genetic markers for ADHD as of February 2010. Further studies have been done to show more comprehensive evidence that it is likely that these individuals have missing or duplicated segments of DNA. The following article from Science Daily goes into more detail about these findings. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/09/100929191312.htm This gives us a clearer understanding about the hereditary factors and ADHD. So many times I see parents believing that if they just discipline more, then there child will “come around” and be able to overcome their hyperactivity. Then they will study more and be a more productive human being. With this research, we now know that this is not the case. These findings just verify that the sooner that testing is completed and remediation in place, a more successful future is in store for the ADHD child as well as the family.