🧠 Ask The Expert: ADHD Awareness – Spotting Early Signs in Kids

Did you know that many signs of ADHD can be mistaken for “just a phase”, and often go unnoticed until much later in childhood? Left unaddressed, ADHD can affect a child’s learning, confidence, and relationships, but early support can make a world of difference. This week on Ask The Expert, we’re joined by Keith Wang, Clinic Director of Bonfire Pediatrics Singapore, to help parents better understand how to spot early signs of ADHD, what’s considered typical behavior, and when it might be time to seek help. 📅 Keith will be answering selected questions on June 3, 2025 📥 Submit your questions now, and get expert answers right inside theAsianparent app! Whether you're wondering about your child’s attention span, constant movement, emotional regulation, or just not sure if something’s "normal", don’t stay in the dark. ➡️ Drop your questions today and get clarity from a trusted expert.

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I feel like my son never listen to me one. Every time I say no, he sure scream or throw tantrum. Honestly ah, sometimes I feel very overwhelmed and also quite paiseh, especially when outside… But also cannot because of that then don’t bring him out right? Just sometimes I wish I knew what to do or what actually works… Like that, should go and get him checked or not ah?

Keith Wang

Clinic Director, Bonfire Pediatrics

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Hi Mummy, thanks for your question, I can feel how stressful it is for you - managing meltdowns while feeling paiseh outside is no small thing. And the fact that you're still bringing him out, still trying to figure out what works - that already shows how much you care about your boy. Some kids do go through a strong reaction phase when they hear "no", but if it's happening often and making daily life feel hard, it’s okay to get support. Getting him checked isn’t saying something’s wrong - it just mean you care enough to understand him better. That’s not weakness, that’s smart. Is he mirroring your family members? If your spouse or family members are showing anger often, your son will pick up these emotions and learn similar behaviors. Maybe you can bring your spouse along for a consultation.

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