What does it mean to be hyperactive?

Question

I'm hyperactive and I don't know what it means. My mom told me I am hyperactive and I have a overeating diorder, what does it mean?

Answer 1

Overactive means that you can't sit still, you have problems concentrating on one thing at a time, you often act out innapropriately and have racing thoughts. Children (under 15) are usually considered hyperactive. After that, if you are having the same or worsening symptoms you are likely bipolar. Bipolar disorder has alot fo the same symptoms except that your moods will swing erratically between happy and sad and you will likely act out by participating in risk taking behaviors (spending too much money, having unprotected sex, extreme sports etc).

You need to go see a psychiatrist. If any of these symptoms are causing you problems in your daily life, that is the person who can help. There are many drugs that are safe and well tested that will help you lead a more normal and productive life.

If, however, your mom has told you this and you are NOT having symptoms you and mom need to go to a psychiatrist together so she can get a grip on whatever is making her want to make you out to be emotionally ill.

Answer 2

"Hyperactivity can be described as a state in which a person is abnormally easily excitable and exuberant. Strong emotional reactions and a very short span of attention are also typical for a hyperactive person. Some individuals may show these characteristics naturally, as personality differs from person to person. Nonetheless, when hyperactivity starts to become serious and harmful to the person as well as others, it may be classified as a medical disorder. The slang term "hyper" is used to describe someone who is in a hyperactive state.

It is often associated with organic disorders, such as ADHD, and autism and non-organic disorders, such as caffeinism. Some may experience both autism and ADHD."

"There was a great deal of focuson Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder as a cause of hyperactivity. Other conditions can cause it as well. Normal young children can be very lively and have short attention spans. Normal teenagers can also appear hyperactive; puberty can cause it. Children who are bored, are suffering from mental conflict, or are having problems at home - which may even include sexual abuse - can be hyperactive. The disorder has a large range of affects on children. Some have learning disabilities, while others may be very gifted.

Hyperactivity can also occur because of problems with hearing or vision. Overactive thyroid, lead poisoning, depression, anxiety, and a range of psychiatric illnesses are some of the potential causes.

Hyperactivity is sometimes associated with mania. Another more common cause of hyperactivity is lack of sleep. More severe cases of hyperactivity can be very harmful if left untreated, since hyperactive people seldom think about the consequences of their actions."

Answer 3

Being hyperactive means you're constantly in motion, you can't focus on anything for that long. You're impulsive. Your overeating disorder may in fact be part of your hyperactivity syndrome because you just keeping doing and doing, kind of like the energizer bunny. But the foods you eat may be part of cause of your hyperactivity. Sugars, red dyes, even moulds in your classroom or elsewhere may contribute to it.

If you're old enough here to post ,you're old enough to sit down with your mum and your doctor and even your teachers and discuss what being hyperactive means to you and the consequences to others of your hyperactivity.

You know the name of it now, now you have to claim it and be responsible about it , the same way someone with childhood diabetes has to be responsible for the insulin they take and the food they eat. It's up to you to learn as much as you can about hyperactivity so you can fully participate in the educational stratagies as well as the life stratagies they will give you.

Good luck.

Answer 4

It is the opposite of hypo-active, in some it may be biological which requires medical intervention. In some however it's simply behavioral and requires some basic therapy. Personally I feel that a lot of kids today are mis-diagnosed with adhd/add. Kids need parents that are dedicated to them, most are too career oriented which takes the focus off their children. Children Will act out for various reasons, one of which is to get the attention of their parents.
Just my 2 cents.

Answer 5

hyperactive means you can't control yourself at times, and are always wanting to do something, over zealous

everyone is hyperactive at some point

Answer 6

It means that your mtabolism rate is very high and your stomach digests food faster than others. That is why you eat more. But that isn't something you should worry about. The good thing is that you won't put on weight because of gluttony. Stay well!

Answer 7

never be able to come down...alway jumping around and stuff...

Answer 8

it means you need better parenting