Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD
ADHD is a sub-type of
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).
It is different from 'Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) inattentive type'.
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Symptoms
- Easily distracted
- Difficulty paying attention
- Impulsive
- Hyperactive, physically restless
- difficulty remaining seated
- Difficulty waiting their turn
- Blurting out answers
- Doesn't obey instructions
- Shifts from one uncompleted activity to another
- Fidgeting
- Can't play quietly
- Talks excessively, doesn't listen
- Keeps interrupting in conversation
- Often loses things
- Makes a decision instantly without thinking about consequences
- Impulsive buying
- Acts and speaks without thinking
- Replies before completing the question
- Jumps to conclusions before checking details
- Making false assumptions
- Making rapid decisions or to act quickly in a case of emergency.
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