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Hyperactivity is a term that describes a physical state in which a person is abnormally active. It may be caused by hormonal or emotional disorders, and may also be present in children with attention deficit disorder.

Dr. Keegan Duchicela reviewed this

16 year experience in family medicine

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

Is Symptom of

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
Condition
Mania
Condition
Bipolar disorder (manic depression)
Condition
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children
Condition
Legg calve perthes disease
Condition
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Is a Side Effect of

Neurontin
Zarontin
Ethosuximide
Phenobarbital
Clarinex D 24 hour
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