Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received increased scientific, clinical, and public attention over the past few decades. ADHD is the most common psychiatric disorder in children, affecting 2.0% to 16.0% of the school-age population. In this conversation, we look at South Africa’s population prevalence for ADHD, the importance of adults of ADHD children to have themselves tested for the condition and the screening and treatment of the condition.           

<p>Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has received increased scientific, clinical, and public attention over the past few decades. ADHD is the most common psychiatric disorder in children, affecting 2.0% to 16.0% of the school-age population. In this conversation, we look at South Africa’s population prevalence for ADHD, the importance of adults of ADHD children to have themselves tested for the condition and the screening and treatment of the condition.           </p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.</p>

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