Parent and teacher education strategies: wise use of gadgets in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): Review article

Abstract

Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in this digital era often spend time playing with gadgets, which has both positive and negative aspects if not accompanied wisely. Excessive gadget use increases the risk of gadget addiction in children with ADHD due to its association with brain dysfunction that affects impulsivity. Studies show a bidirectional relationship between ADHD and gadget addiction, where ADHD patients are more vulnerable to gadget addiction, and excessive use exacerbates ADHD symptoms. The role of parents and teachers is crucial in providing education to prevent and address gadget addiction in children with ADHD.