It is difficult to diagnose this disease in children as sometimes the symptoms can be confused with bad behavior. However some signs of the disorder are inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. This disorder can affect your child's learning. Attention deficit disorder or its other name Attention deficient hyperactivity disorder makes it a challenge for the child to inhibit their spontaneous response. Sometimes these kids are labeled as troublemakers or being in-disciplined, however they are suffering from a disorder. The signs usually show up before the child turns seven. If the observed child is showing some of the symptoms of the disorder in different situations then it may be time to investigate it. Once the parent understands the issues that the child is facing then creative approaches can be developed to make solutions.