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Hyperactivity...mental vs. physical

Cinderella

08/13/09

Cinderella

Topics:ADHDADD , Question , hyperactivity , Distractability , focus , Concentration , Symptoms

Is ADHD ONLY the physical form of ADD? I mean is ADD mental hyperactivity and not physical? Or is ADHD mental hyperactivity and physical when ADD is only distractability? Another way of asking I guess would be...is distractability due to hyperactive thoughts that keep my wheels spinning which prevents me from being able to focus and concentrate?

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Eileen Bailey

Friday, August 14, 2009

Thank you for your question.

I am providing you with some links to information on the differences between ADD and ADHD:

ADD or ADHD: Which is Correct?

Differentiating ADD and ADHD: Diagnosis, Symptoms and Treatment

ADD vs. ADHD: Is One Better (or Worse) than the Other?

I hope this information helps

Eileen

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