hyperactivity

[ hahy-per-ak-tiv-i-tee ]

noun

1. the condition of being hyperactive.
2. hyperkinesia.

hyperactivity

/ hī′pər-ăk-tĭv′ĭ-tē /

1. An abnormally high level of activity or excitement shown by a person, especially a child, that interferes with the ability to concentrate or interact with others.

Word History and Origins

Origin of hyperactivity¹

First recorded in 1885–90; hyperactive + -ity

Example Sentences

The father of a 22-year-old woman with autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder who took her own life after buying poison online is calling for tighter restrictions on their availability.

From BBC

Both anxiety and depression involve amygdala hyperactivity, which can contribute to excessive emotional responses and impaired emotional regulation, Edmonds said.

From Science Daily

The research team also found that the exposed female offspring showed exaggerated digging and hyperactivity in adulthood; LR mitigated these effects.

From Science Daily

Ms Jacques believes Alex was doing so because he often struggled with sleeping while taking medication for his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

From BBC

He told The Times in March that he had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as a child.

From Los Angeles Times