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Neurodevelopmental Disorders

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)

Clinically reviewed by Dr. Barkha ChikaraReviewed 9 November 2026

ADHD is a developmental condition that causes ongoing difficulty paying attention, controlling impulses and sitting still, starting in childhood and often continuing into adulthood. It is not laziness or poor parenting. A psychiatrist can assess it and agree a support plan with you.

About 1 in 10 adults in India lives with a mental disorder (National Mental Health Survey, 2015-16). You are not alone.

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At a glance

Common signs

  • Inattention and distractibility
  • Difficulty completing tasks
  • Forgetfulness
  • Hyperactivity
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How it is usually treated

  • Stimulant medication
  • Non-stimulant medication
  • Behavioural therapy
  • Parent training
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Where to start

A free pre-consultation call, then a video assessment with a psychiatrist. In danger? Call 112, or Tele-MANAS on 14416.

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Registered clinicians: psychiatrists with their State Medical Council, psychologists with the Rehabilitation Council of India.

Care for ADHD at Mindly: key facts

Who treats it
Mindly psychiatrists (MD in psychiatry) assess and treat ADHD, and clinical psychologists registered with the Rehabilitation Council of India provide talk therapy.
Where
Across India. Patients abroad can also consult, under India's Telemedicine Practice Guidelines.
Languages
Care in 11 Indian languages, including English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam.
Format
Video consultation from home or work. Mindly is online only: it is not a hospital OPD and has no clinic to visit.
First step
A free pre-consultation call, then a video assessment. The clinician takes your history, explains what they find in plain words and agrees a plan with you.
Hours
Open every day, 9 am to 8 pm IST, except public holidays.
Cancellation
Please give at least 4 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
Emergencies
Mindly is not an emergency service. In danger, call 112. For free support at any hour, call Tele-MANAS on 14416.

Signs

Tick any that feel familiar. This is not a diagnosis, only a clinician can assess you.

How people often describe it

  • “I cannot focus and lose things all the time”
  • “My child is restless and does not sit still”
  • “I start tasks and never finish them”
  • “I act before I think”

People who live with ADHD may also notice generalised anxiety, depression or learning difficulties. If any of these sound familiar, mention them to your clinician so your plan can cover them.

How common is ADHD in India?

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 Indian studies (Chauhan and colleagues, Indian Journal of Pediatrics, 2022) estimated that about 6.3% of children and adolescents aged 4 to 19 have ADHD (63.2 per 1,000; 95% confidence interval roughly 5 to 8%). The estimate was higher in school-based studies (about 7.5%) than in community-based studies (about 1.9%), and the authors noted large differences between studies.

That figure is for children and teenagers; the review gives no adult estimate. Adults can have ADHD too, and a psychiatrist can assess it by taking a full history.

When to get help soon

Get help soon if difficulties are affecting school, work or relationships, or you have thoughts of harming yourself. Call Tele-MANAS on 14416 or 112.

How it is diagnosed

A psychiatrist takes a history from you or, for a child, from parents and teachers, and rules out other causes such as anxiety, sleep problems or learning difficulties. Many adults are first diagnosed in their 20s or 30s.

ADHD treatment in India

  • Behavioural therapy, parent training and school support for children
  • Coaching and skills for organisation and time for adults
  • Routines at home, school and work that fit how the person focuses

After a full assessment, a psychiatrist can also discuss whether medication is appropriate for you or your child.

How Mindly helps

Your first video consultation is with a psychiatrist who takes a full history and explains the findings. All care is online, by video.

You can talk to a psychiatrist online, read what a first online consultation involves and see how pricing works before you book. Related reading: when to see a psychiatrist and common myths about psychiatric medicines.

This page is also available in 10 Indian languages: हिन्दी (Hindi), தமிழ் (Tamil), ಕನ್ನಡ (Kannada), తెలుగు (Telugu), മലയാളം (Malayalam), मराठी (Marathi), বাংলা (Bengali), ଓଡ଼ିଆ (Odia), অসমীয়া (Assamese), ತುಳು (Tulu).

Your first appointment

A psychiatrist takes a detailed history from you, and from parents or teachers for a child, across home, school and work.

Who is involved

Your psychiatrist leads the assessment and treatment plan. A clinical psychologist can help with skills, routines and support at school or work.

Between sessions

Reviews look at day-to-day functioning, and family involvement is built into the plan.

What to expect

  1. Free pre-consultation callWe take your history and details, and match you with the right clinician.
  2. First consultationA video call in your language, with a clinician who already has your report.
  3. Your planYour clinician agrees a plan with you: therapy, medicine or both, as suits you.
  4. Follow-up reviewsRegular check-ins, and your plan is adjusted as you recover.
  5. Staying wellSupport to keep you well and catch early signs of a setback.

Every Mindly plan includes a second opinion from our Chief Medical Officer, a diagnosis-first approach and regular tracking of your recovery. How Mindly care works

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Your privacy and confidentiality. What you share with Mindly Health stays between you and your care team. Your conversations, reports and messages are treated as confidential and shared only with the team members involved in your care, apart from the limited cases where the law requires it or someone's safety is at serious risk. Read our Privacy Policy and your rights under the Mental Healthcare Act.

Common questions

Can adults have ADHD?

Yes. ADHD often continues into adulthood, and many adults are first diagnosed later in life. Support can improve work and relationships.

How do I get my child assessed?

Book a consultation. The psychiatrist takes a history from you and, where possible, the school, and explains the findings and next steps.

Is ADHD just a lack of discipline?

No. It is a developmental condition that affects how the brain manages attention and impulses.

If you or someone near you is in danger, call 112. For free support at any hour, call Tele-MANAS on 14416. Mindly Health is not an emergency service.

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