Your child’s not “just distracted” — here’s what might really be going on

Everything feels harder than it should.

Mornings are chaos. Homework ends in tears. You’re doing your best… but something still feels off.

And quietly, in the back of your mind, you’re wondering:

👉 These 10 ADHD signs might explain more than you think​

ADHD doesn’t always look like bouncing off the walls.

Sometimes, it’s a child who zones out during simple tasks. Or gets hyper-focused on Minecraft but forgets to eat. Or melts down when asked to switch gears—even gently.

These aren’t quirks. They’re patterns. And they’re easy to miss.

We’ve pulled together 10 of the least talked about signs of ADHD— The ones most parents only notice once everything’s on fire.

👉 Read the full list (and what to do next)​

This isn’t about labelling your child.

It’s about understanding what’s really going on under the surface.

And once you do? The guilt fades. The guesswork stops. And you finally have a path forward.

If your child is struggling and you can’t quite name why— Start here.

👉 Click to read the guide now​

Warmly,​

Nicole Robinson​ Principal and Clinical Psychologist, ProActive Psychology ​proactivepsychology.com.au​

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