hyperactivity

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Rivera, who lives in South Gate, has a 6-year-old daughter who is autistic and has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and a 16-year-old son who is autistic and nonverbal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Additional research linked consumption to increased hyperactivity in children.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

It is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can interfere with daily life, including school, work, and relationships.

From Science Daily • Mar. 17, 2026

Pesarik argued he didn’t deserve the penalty because he had attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and other ills.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

And the more I began to appreciate what she did for my family, the less her accent and hyperactivity bothered me.

From "Where Things Come Back" by John Corey Whaley