ADHD is complex and can involve multiple causes. To date, all of the major ones fall in the realm of neurology and genetics (biological causation) with no evidence that social factors alone can account for the condition.
People ADHD are definitely more likely to overindulge when it comes to gaming/internet usage (hyperfocusing). The reason is because it's stimulating. Sites like reddit is an endless influx of information.
Since I have ADHD it's a struggle to do anything that is boring. Sure most people can relate to that but the difference here is that my school/work/relationships have suffered greatly because of that and the other ADHD symptoms.
Some people who say they have ADHD probably don't but are suffering from something else (stress, depression, anxiety, etc.). It's a disorder that's over diagnosed because avoiding to do boring things, losing focus, and/or hyperactivity is pretty common (especially among youth).
Kids who are obsessed with gaming/internet usage might develop bad habits and behavioral issues but not necessarily something permanent. I seriously doubt it can cause ADHD. Traumatic brain injury would make more sense.
People ADHD are definitely more likely to overindulge when it comes to gaming/internet usage (hyperfocusing). The reason is because it's stimulating. Sites like reddit is an endless influx of information.
Since I have ADHD it's a struggle to do anything that is boring. Sure most people can relate to that but the difference here is that my school/work/relationships have suffered greatly because of that and the other ADHD symptoms.
Some people who say they have ADHD probably don't but are suffering from something else (stress, depression, anxiety, etc.). It's a disorder that's over diagnosed because avoiding to do boring things, losing focus, and/or hyperactivity is pretty common (especially among youth).
Kids who are obsessed with gaming/internet usage might develop bad habits and behavioral issues but not necessarily something permanent. I seriously doubt it can cause ADHD. Traumatic brain injury would make more sense.