While each of us has a different threshold for measuring hyperactivity, excessive movement is considered a problem if it interferes with school work or the ability to fit in with other children.

The ADAM Encyclopedia offers this list of potential health triggers for hyperactivity in children:

Having attention-deficit disorder.
Having a disorder of the brain or central nervous system.
Having an emotional disorder.
Having hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid gland.

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