Hyperactivity: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Hyperactivity

Delirium

It is well known that delirium and psychosis can arise following the administration of oral corticosteroids but there are few documented cases of the development of acute hyperactive [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hypoactive delirium was the predominant motor subtype (53%), followed by mixed delirium (30%) and hyperactive delirium (17%). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Patients were scored for 'hyperactive' or 'hypoactive' symptoms, and then the 125 patients with DSM-III delirium were rated as 'hyperactive type' (15%), 'hypoactive type' [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Acute Amphetamine Intoxication

Despite being dangerous, amphetamines are used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy. [dlib.si]

Catha edulis Frequently synthesized in home labs Does not show up on urine toxicology screens Mephedrone May be contained in “bath salts” Diagnosis CNS: Agitation Delirium Hyperactivity [emergency.unboundmedicine.com]

CNS stimulation may vary from slight degrees of agitation to intense hyperactivity or seizures. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Bipolar Disorder

Keywords Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Bipolar Disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Conduct Disorder Oppositional Defiant Disorder These keywords were [doi.org]

It’s just a new name, we are told, for what used to be called manic depression, a mood disorder characterised by oscillations between states of manic hyperactivity and deep [web.archive.org]

Converseley, an understanding of the common mechanisms of sensitisation (such as regionally selective alterations in brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hyperthyroidism

toxic multinodular goiter (when more than one nodule is hyperactive), or a toxic nodule (when just one nodule is hyperactive). [columbiasurgery.org]

Congenital hyperthyroidism can be a cause of failure to thrive, hyperactivity, developmental delay, and craniosynostosis during infancy. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Increased energy (hyperactivity) Fatigue Unexplained weight loss Trouble sleeping Inability to tolerate heat Trouble concentrating in school Diarrhea Fast, pounding heartbeat [cincinnatichildrens.org]

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

and hyperactivity. [icd9data.com]

White matter microstructure and developmental improvement of hyperactive/impulsive symptoms in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. J. Child Psychol. [doi.org]

Further reading Genetics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Stephen V. [doi.org]

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Symptoms can vary from autonomic hyperactivity and agitation to delirium tremens. The gold-standard treatment for AWS is with benzodiazepines (BZDs). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

This hyperactivity can result in tremors, seizures and even death. [healthyplace.com]

Abstract Benzodiazepines ameliorate or prevent the symptoms and complications of moderate to severe alcohol withdrawal, which can include autonomic hyperactivity, agitation [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Adult Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder

These include impulsivity, hyperactivity and inattention. [symptoma.com]

The genetics of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults, a review. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Anxiety and depressive disorders in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder with hyperactivity: New findings. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Attention Deficit Disorder

and hyperactivity. [icd9data.com]

White matter microstructure and developmental improvement of hyperactive/impulsive symptoms in attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. J. Child Psychol. [doi.org]

[…] deficit hyperactivity disorder combined Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder combined type Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type Attention deficit hyperactivity [icd9data.com]

Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium

Clinical characteristics include CONFUSION; DELUSIONS; vivid HALLUCINATIONS; TREMOR; agitation; insomnia; and signs of autonomic hyperactivity (e.g., elevated blood pressure [ebi.ac.uk]

[…] delirium tremens alcohol withdrawal-induced delirium Tremens delirium tremens,alcohol withdrawal induced alcohol withdrawal hallucinosis alcohol withdrawal associated autonomic hyperactivity [wikidata.org]

Clinical characteristics include confusion; delusions; vivid hallucinations; tremor; agitation; insomnia; and signs of autonomic hyperactivity (e.g., elevated blood pressure [ebi.ac.uk]

Citrullinemia Type 2

Characteristic features include confusion, abnormal behaviors (such as aggression, irritability, and hyperactivity), seizures, and coma. [treatable-id.org]

[…] neuropsychiatric symptoms such as nocturnal delirium, confusion, restlessness, disorientation, drowsiness, memory loss, abnormal behavior (aggression, irritability, and hyperactivity [orpha.net]

Aarskog-Scott Syndrome

[…] disorder Attention deficit Attention deficit disorder Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Attention deficits Childhood attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder [ more [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Hyperactive behavior and symptoms of attention deficit disorders were frequently observed (61% of the mentally normal and 84% of the mentally subnormal), but regressed completely [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Inability to concentrate and hyperactivity. Delayed formation of teeth. Downward slant of the eye slits. Rounded face. [primehealthchannel.com]

Tourette Syndrome

More than a decade of research regarding the motoric characteristics of the attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that accompanies Tourette syndrome has revealed [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Both ADHD factors (inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive symptoms) were genetically related to TS, ADHD, and OCD. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Tourette syndrome (TS) and attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are co-morbid neurodevelopmental conditions affecting more commonly male patients. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 3

The disease progresses to increasing behavioural disturbance including temper tantrums, hyperactivity, destructiveness, aggressive behaviour,pica and sleep disturbance. [checkorphan.org]

Structured activities and fixed routines can help children who are hyperactive. [socialstyrelsen.se]

[…] heparin sulfate. [2] [3] Signs and symptoms usually begin in early childhood and include severe neurological symptoms such as progressive dementia, aggressive behavior, hyperactivity [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Dubowitz Syndrome

Characteristic behavior patterns which have not been cited previously are present in our cases; most patients are hyperactive, shy, hate crowds, and like music, rhythm, and [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Dubowitz syndrome is a rare, autosomal recessive disorder characterized by intrauterine and postnatal growth retardation, severe microcephaly, psychomotor retardation, hyperactivity [dovepress.com]

Hypomania

Atomoxetine induced hypomania in a patient with bipolar disorder and adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. [ijpm.info]

[…] hypomania [ hi″po-ma´ne-ah ] an abnormality of mood resembling mania (persistent elevated or expansive mood, hyperactivity, inflated self-esteem, and so on) but of lesser [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Hyperactive, psychomotor agitation. Determine of patients have an increase in repetitive activities or if they start many tasks but complete few. [mdedge.com]

Phenylketonuria

Neuropsychiatric symptoms associated with PKU exceed general population estimates for inattention, hyperactivity, depression, and anxiety. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) appears to be a common problem in those who do not stick to a very low-phenylalanine diet. [nlm.nih.gov]

[…] absent development of verbal language and autistic symptoms in all three patients, whereas variable neurological signs such as seizures, spasticity, ataxia, aggressivity, and hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Smith-Magenis Syndrome

[…] of small deletion cases with deletions spanning from TNFRSF13B to MFAP4 was less likely to exhibit brachycephaly, dental anomalies, iris abnormalities, head-banging, and hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

In any case, efforts should focus on improving communication skills, identifying and treating attention deficit/hyperactivity, aggressiveness and anxiety. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Abstract Children with hyperactivity and self-destructive behaviour present a difficult problem for parents and paediatricians. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Substance Abuse

Patterns of psychiatric comorbidity, cognition, and psychosocial functioning in adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. [tdahytu.es]

Should you prescribe a stimulant to treat attention and hyperactivity problems in teenagers and adults with a history of substance abuse? [mdedge.com]

Obvious intoxication from drugs or alcohol Needle marks Mood swings Personality changes A desire to be alone Unusual behavior Legal problems Dilated pupil Sweating Drowsiness Hyperactivity [valiantrecovery.com]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 2

Sustained attention and response inhibition in young children at risk for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. J Child Psychol 2005; 46(11):1219-1229. [anadolupsikiyatri.net]

The symptoms include aggressive behavior, hyperactivity, mental function decline, severe intellectual disability and spasticity. [secure.ssa.gov]

A prominent feature is neurological damage that presents as developmental delay and hyperactivity but progresses to mental retardation and dementia. [uniprot.org]

Developmental Reading Disorder

In addition, the attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity was no longer diagnosable following the EMG biofeedback training. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Improvement and recovery were significantly related to parents' educational status, especially to IQ, and not to gender of subject or to having a speech articulation or hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] electromyographic (EMG) and sensorimotor (SMR) biofeedback training was attempted with a 10-year-old boy presenting a triad of symptoms: an attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Fragile X Syndrome

They may also have attention disorders and problems with hyperactivity. Speech and language. Most boys with Fragile X have some problems with speech and language. [nichd.nih.gov]

These medications include stimulants that target attentional deficits and hyperactivity (ADHD medications). [news-medical.net]

Because many people with Fragile X also have attention disorders, hyperactivity, anxiety, and language-processing problems, a person with Fragile X may have more capabilities [nichd.nih.gov]

3q29 Microdeletion

BackgroundThe chromosome 3q29 microdeletion syndrome is characterized by a clinical phenotype that includes behavioral features consistent with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity [semanticscholar.org]

BACKGROUND: The chromosome 3q29 microdeletion syndrome is characterized by a clinical phenotype that includes behavioral features consistent with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity [eunetworkadultadhd.com]

In addition to the typical characteristics of the 3q29 microdeletion syndrome, the twins had attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, strabismus, congenital heart defect, [pesquisa.bvsalud.org]

Substance Withdrawal Syndrome

Elevated CK level may be from rhabdomyolysis, which may be associated with adrenergic hyperactivity from alcohol withdrawal or myonecrosis if immobile. [statpearls.com]

Unexplained bruises or marks Glazed or red eyes Pupils larger or smaller than usual, blank stare Cold, sweaty palms or shaking hands Puffy face, blushing or paleness Extreme hyperactivity [bettyfordcenter.org]

Nervous system symptoms of NAS include irritability, jitteriness, a high-pitched cry, tremors, rapid heartbeat, difficulty sleeping, frequent sneezing and yawning, hyperactive [livestrong.com]

Cerebellotrigeminal Dermal Dysplasia

Hyperactivity first noted at 4 years of age was later associated with attention deficit disorder. Chromosomal analysis was normal. [1] COMMENT. [pediatricneurologybriefs.com]

Anaesthesia considerations include dealing with intellectual, psychiatric and behavioural problems such as hyperactivity, depression, self-injurious behaviour and bipolar [ai-online.info]

Hyperactivity first noted at 4 years of age was later associated with attention deficit disorder. Chromosomal analysis was normal. [ 1 ] COMMENT. [pediatricneurologybriefs.com]

Helsmoortel-van der Aa Syndrome

[…] parent-report instruments to assess treatment effects, ketamine was associated with improvements in a wide array of domains, including social behavior, attention deficit and hyperactivity [sciencedaily.com]

ADNP syndrome is also associated with mood disorders or behavioral problems, such as anxiety, temper tantrums, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive [medlineplus.gov]

Some people who have the syndrome also have anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, aggressive behavior, temper tantrums, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also called [simonssearchlight.org]

Hashitoxicosis

[…] of thyroid hormone.[2] Major clinical signs include weight loss (often accompanied by an increased appetite), anxiety, intolerance to heat, fatigue, hair loss, weakness, hyperactivity [en.wikipedia.org]

[…] hormone. [2] Symptoms Major clinical signs include weight loss (often accompanied by an increased appetite ), anxiety, intolerance to heat, fatigue, hair loss, weakness, hyperactivity [ipfs.io]

Urea Cycle Disorder

After 1 year of treatment, the autistic-like findings and hyperactivity were no longer apparent. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] initially manifested neuropsychiatric/neurodevelopmental symptoms (the most prevalent neuropsychiatric/neurodevelopmental diagnoses were mental retardation, attention-deficit hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Earliest symptoms may include failure to thrive, inconsolable crying, agitation or hyperactive behavior, sometimes accompanied by screaming, self-injurious behavior, and refusal [nucdf.org]

Cocaine Abuse

The disorder can cause inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. [clinicaltrials.gov]

Examples of various symptoms that may be displayed by someone who is abusing cocaine can include: Behavioral symptoms : Sudden, unexplained bursts of hyperactivity Sudden, [sonorabehavioral.com]

Physical symptoms may include eye irritation, dilated pupils, twitching from hyperactivity, a deviated septum from inhaling or snorting, and rapid weight loss due to the fact [axistreatmentwest.com]

Lead Poisoning in Children

The boy had become "very hyperactive," she said, which was "very new." [courant.com]

Problems Paying Attention Disorganized Approach to Learning Poor Work Completion Increased Risk to Drop Out Poor Social Relationships: Communication Deficits Impulsive, Hyperactive [mwph.org]

Symptoms of lead poisoning in children include: Cramps Hyperactivity (restless, fidgets, talks too much) Learning problems Changes in behavior Headaches Vomiting Fatigue Anemia [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Mania

To save this word, you'll need to log in. ma·nia | \ ˈmā-nē-ə, -nyə \ 1 : excitement manifested by mental and physical hyperactivity, disorganization of behavior, and elevation [merriam-webster.com]

It is characterized by persistent or elevated expansive mood, hyperactivity, inflated self esteem, etc., but of less intensity than mania.) [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Our results are in agreement with the hypothesis that hyperactive/novelty-seeking features may represent an adaptive substrate in certain conditions of social change. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]