This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
A 10 year old child is always restless, inattentive to study and always wants to play outside. Parents are extremely distressed. What would you advise – 
Select and explain. 
A. It is a normal behaviour, B. Behaviour therapy, C. It is a serious illness requires medical treatment, D. Needs change in environment
B: Behaviour therapy
Answer: B: Behaviour therapy 
Explanation: This child has →

i) Restlessness                
ii) Inattentiveness               
iii) Uncontrolled desire to play outside

All are features of attention deficit hyperkinetic disorder (see previous explanations).

Treatment ofADHD 
1) Psychosocial treatment

The child and parents should be educated with regard to the ways in which ADHD can affect learning, behaviour, self esteem and social skills.
Goals should be set for the family to improve the child's interpersonal relationships, develop study skills, and decrease disruptive behaviors.

2) Behaviour therapy


The goal of behaviour therapy is to identify targeted behaviours that cause impairment in the child's life so that child can work on progressively improving his or her skill in this area.​

3) Medications

The drugs used for ADHD are

i) Methylphenidate (DOC)                
ii) Amphetamines               
iii) Atomoxetine