hyperactivity

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All three have autism, and one has severe attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Additional research linked consumption to increased hyperactivity in children.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

Darren said that by the age of six or seven, changes in Sophia's behaviour had become more noticeable, including hyperactivity and mood swings.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Synthetic dyes are often added to make foods look more appealing, especially products aimed at children, but a growing body of evidence indicates they may contribute to behavioral problems such as hyperactivity and inattention.¹

From Science Daily • Nov. 7, 2025

These so-called comorbidities—meaning the conditions co-occur with Internet addiction—include “attention-deficit hyperactivity, mood, anxiety and personality disorders.”

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel