Although distraction can be one of the common symptoms of ADHD, it isn’t uncommon to have children persistently distracted for other reasons like sleep disturbance, depression, anxiety, child abuse, or autism. Consult your healthcare provider if you are concerned that your child may have ADHD.Although distraction can be one of the common symptoms of ADHD, it isn’t uncommon to have children persistently distracted for other reasons like sleep disturbance, depression, anxiety, child abuse, or autism. Consult your healthcare provider if you are concerned that your child may have ADHD.