Q: I have a 6-year-old boy in first grade. He does pretty good on school work but it's very hard for him to stay focused? Do you have any recommendations?
A: Let me begin by saying that the average 6-year-old doesn't exactly possess laser-like focus (especially boys). There are those kids who are naturally dialed-in to school tasks, but most kids his age tend to have relatively short attention spans. If your son seems to understand and retain the content of what he is learning and is also able to reproduce the things he learns at home, these are good signs. A couple questions to ask yourself: Does he seem to have difficulty following directions (especially those with multiple steps)? Does it seem to take him significantly longer to complete tasks than other kids his age (homework in particular)? Does he often lose or forget things needed for important tasks? If you answered “yes” to these questions, it is possible that he is showing signs of ADHD and may need to be evaluated by a professional. If not, or if you are unsure, it is okay to wait. He is still young and may grow into his focus with time. However, if these symptoms do not subside or increase in severity over time, then I recommend seeing a professional.
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