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

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

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