A school counselor is meeting with the parents of a child recently diagnosed with ADHD. The parents express guilt, believing their busy work schedules and occasional use of screen time for entertainment might have caused their child's condition. Based on the current scientific understanding of the disorder, what is the most accurate and helpful response the counselor can provide?
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A school counselor is meeting with the parents of a child recently diagnosed with ADHD. The parents express guilt, believing their busy work schedules and occasional use of screen time for entertainment might have caused their child's condition. Based on the current scientific understanding of the disorder, what is the most accurate and helpful response the counselor can provide?
A child is diagnosed with ADHD. The parents express concern that their inconsistent discipline and the child's high-sugar diet are the root causes of the disorder. Based on the current body of scientific research, which of the following statements provides the most accurate guidance for these parents?