New Delhi, May 28 -- ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is one of the most misunderstood conditions in childhood development. It is also one of the most commonly missed. Parents across India are navigating this challenge daily, often without adequate guidance.

According to a 2020 study, the majority (69.3%) of the ADHD-positive children in India live in a joint family. They belong to the lower or lower-middle class.

We spoke to three experts about early signs, damaging parenting patterns and daily routines that genuinely help. Their answers were detailed, compassionate and, at times, uncomfortable to read.

All three experts started with the same observation. ADHD symptoms are frequently mistaken for ordinary childhood beha...