Hyperactivity: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for hyperactivity

Substance Abuse

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]

[…] taken Take the drug for a non-medical reason Types of prescription drugs that are most often abused include: Opioid pain relievers Medicine used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity [webmd.com]

Food Allergy

Food allergies are sometimes blamed for such disorders as hyperactivity in children, chronic fatigue, arthritis, and depression, as well as poor athletic performance. [merckmanuals.com]

[…] strategies, with the goal to better elucidate pediatric overdiagnosis and mitigate its influence. medical education public health Abbreviation: ADHD — attention-deficit/hyperactivity [doi.org]

[…] seeks to raise awareness of the possibility of overdiagnosis in pediatrics, suggesting that overdiagnosis may affect commonly diagnosed conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity [doi.org]

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]

Amphetamine Intoxication generally begins with a "high" feelings, followed by the development of symptoms such as euphoria with enhanced vigor, gregariousness, hyperactivity [dsm.wikia.com]

Anxiety Disorder

Anxiety disorders also often co-occur with other disorders such as depression, eating disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). [web.archive.org]

Abstract The present study was aimed at verifying whether the presence of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) affects executive functions in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Anxiety disorders are characterised by long term worry, tension, nervousness, fidgeting and symptoms of autonomic system hyperactivity. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Alcohol Withdrawal

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]

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]

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

Crack Ingestion

Hyperactivity. Confusion. Disorientation. Hallucinations. Paranoid delusions. [projectknow.com]

People who are using crack usually exhibit overconfidence and hyperactivity. [addictioncenter.com]

Addiction Medicine, 1 some of the common signs of crack cocaine abuse include: Sudden, puzzling shifts in behavior (e.g. argumentative, irritable, easily agitated, anxious, hyperactive [projectknow.com]

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]

Dementia

This includes both hyperactive and hypoactive signs and symptoms. The person may quickly switch back and forth from hyperactive to hypoactive states. [mayoclinic.org]

[…] change back and forth between being hypoactive and hyperactive What causes delirium? [medlineplus.gov]

[…] anger A sense of feeling elated (euphoria) Apathy Rapid and unpredictable mood shifts Personality changes Types of delirium Experts have identified three types of delirium: Hyperactive [mayoclinic.org]

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]

Parkinson's Disease Type 3

It works by affecting chemicals that contribute to impulse control and hyperactivity in your brain and nerves. [rezwanai.com]

It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. [g-sh.ir]

Neuroscience Fruit flies advance research on ACOX1-related neurodegenerative disorders A study led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine reports that a hyperactive [medicalxpress.com]

Graves Disease

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

In Graves', the body's hyperactive immune system produces an antibody that attaches to the TSH receptors on the thyroid gland. [study.com]

Parkinson Disease

The parkinsonian state is characterized by disruption of the internal balance of the BG leading to hyperactivity in the two main entry points of the network (striatum and [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Benzedrine and Dexedrine are amphetamines often prescribed to increase wakefulness and focus for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy, a disorder [web.archive.org]

[…] swallowing Swallowing difficulties Swallowing difficulty [ more ] 0002015 Eyelid apraxia Difficulty opening the eyelids 0000658 Fever 0001945 Generalized muscle weakness 0003324 Hyperactive [rarediseases.info.nih.gov]

Paranoid Personality Disorder

References Other mental illnesses Alzheimer's disease Anxiety Asperger syndrome Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Bipolar disorder Bovine spongiform encephalopathy [creationwiki.org]

[…] psychoanalysis, failure, attitude, psychological tests, psychometry, mental retardation, IQ, MQ, PQ, ADHD, Anorexia nervosa, school phobia, masturbation addiction, attention deficit hyperactive [201tube.tv]

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]

Mania

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]

Postlesion hyperactivity (without mania) in children was common but was not more related to lesions in one or the other hemisphere. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

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

Adult Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder

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

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

[…] with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Bruxism

BACKGROUND: The prevalence of both bruxism and attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) has increased in recent years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Methylphenidate (MPH) is a stimulant that is commonly used in the treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children and adults. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We report a case with sequences of CAP followed by bruxism and catathrenia in a 10-y-old male patient with a diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in treatment [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]

Adenocarcinoma of the Breast

Overview Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder marked by an ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning [nimh.nih.gov]

Hyperactivity means a person seems to move about constantly, including in situations in which it is not appropriate; or excessively fidgets, taps, or talks. [nimh.nih.gov]

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]

The investigators reported that following rapid cessation of cocaine use, withdrawal symptoms consisted of 'craving, hyperactivity, slight tremor, insomnia and apprehension [health.gov.au]

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]

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]

Heroin Withdrawal

[…] withdrawal symptoms may include sweating, runny nose, body aches, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, vomiting, dilated pupils, watery eyes, restlessness, anxiety, nervousness, hyperactivity [livestrong.com]

Opiates depress this area and it would therefore be expected to become hyperactive during withdrawal. [druglibrary.org]

Infants born to opioid addicts are often afflicted by neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), which presents itself as host of withdrawal symptoms that include tremors, hyperactive [thespec.com]

Mucopolysaccharidosis

Affected subjects present developmental delay, attention deficit disorder, uncontrollable hyperactivity, and aggressive behavior, followed by progressive dementia and death [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

CONCLUSION: We strongly recommend screening for MPS III in children with severe behavioural abnormalities with hyperactivity, psychomotor or speech deterioration and failure [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Signs and symptoms usually become apparent in early childhood and include speech problems, development delays, challenging behaviors, extreme hyperactivity and poor sleep. [sarepta.com]

Hashitoxicosis

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

[…] 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]

Breath-Holding Spell

The children may have hyperactivity of the normal protective responses that the body automatically activates when oxygen levels begin to fall. What is the outlook? [epilepsy.com]

Some attacks result from hyperactive normal reflexes, such as slowing of the heart rate when the eyes are rubbed, or when the child tries to breathe or scream against a closed [epilepsy.com]

Atypical Depression

In melancholia, the stress response seems hyperactive, and patients are anxious, dread the future, lose responsiveness to the environment, have insomnia, lose their appetite [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] the two major subtypes of depression are associated with different biological correlates with inflammatory and metabolic dysregulation in atypical depression and HPA-axis hyperactivity [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

sustained hyperactivity of the two principal effectors of the stress response, the corticotropin-releasing-hormone, or CRH, system, and the locus ceruleus-norepinephrine [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

CONCLUSIONS: ALS may lead to modifications in the activities of the stomatognathic system, including muscular hyperactivity and reduction in chewing efficiency; however, no [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Fasciculations, spasticity, hyperactive deep tendon reflexes, extensor plantar reflexes, clumsiness, stiffness of movement, weight loss, fatigue, and difficulty controlling [msdmanuals.com]

In addition, epilepsy and attention deficit and hyperactive disorder patients were able to downregulate their cortical activity. [synergypublishers.com]

Cerebral Palsy

Soheil Mahdi and Sven Bölte, International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health Core Sets for cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, and attention‐deficit–hyperactivity [doi.org]

Not only does your child have movement difficulties, but he or she may have other related conditions as well, such as epilepsy, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD [verywellhealth.com]

[…] alongside cerebral palsy include: Epilepsy Vision or hearing impairments Learning disabilities Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Chronic pain or discomfort Attention deficit hyperactivity [cerebralpalsyguide.com]

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]