ADHD affects 1 in 10 kids globally, says Dr Pramit Rastogi, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at STEPS Centre for Mental Health, Gurugram. Often mistaken for laziness, ADHD impacts focus and motivation. He recommends empathy with boundaries, structured routines, physical activity, ADHD-proofed spaces, and parental self-awareness to help children manage symptoms and thrive.